British holidaymakers may have to change their beach habits as a Spanish municipality implements a new policy.
Torrox, located in the Malaga region, will now prohibit visitors from pitching tents and camping on its seven beaches.
The aim is to make beaches safer and more enjoyable for visitors, which means both locals and tourists alike.
Councillor Vanessa López explained that camping installations “occupy a large space and privatise the area in which it is installed".
Holidaymakers must follow a new policyGETTY IMAGESAs a result, there is a danger of "excessive noise" and reduced visibility for the lifeguards, which "prevents them from carrying out their control and surveillance work with guarantee and safety".
The council hopes that the new measure will mean a "greater positive impact" by making beaches cleaner and less crowded.
What's more, beachgoers should benefit from an "increase in security", as there will also be better access to the beaches for emergency vehicles if necessary.
The ban will not affect the facilities that are open between 6pm on June 23 and 8am on June 24 for the celebrations of the Night of San Juan, which marks the summer solstice and is usually held on the beach.
It will also not apply to occupations authorised for excursions, visits by groups of schoolchildren or people with disabilities.
Torrox City Council confirmed that the new ban is for information purposes and will not lead to any penalties.
This new rule comes at a time of anti-tourist tension and holidaymakers facing new restrictions.
Indeed, Britons could be hit with a change to guided tours as Palma proposes a crackdown on tourists.
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In response to new restrictions and the growing tensions surrounding overtourism, some Britons have turned their backs on Spain.
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