The destinations at breaking point from overtourism – and where to go instead
The tourist spots struggling with holidaymakers and places to go instead
- Several European destinations, including Zante, Paris, and Mallorca, are experiencing significant overtourism.
- Zante in Greece has the highest tourist pressure, with 150 overnight stays per resident in 2023.
- Other areas struggling with overtourism include Istria in Croatia, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, Dodecanese Islands.
- Mallorca had the most overnight stays in Europe at 51 million, while Paris had the most tourists per square kilometer.
- Less crowded alternatives suggested by Which? include Lille, Teleorman (Romania), Murcia (Spain), and Haapsalu (Estonia).
- Which? advises travellers to consider less crowded destinations for a better holiday experience.
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