Tenerife Beaches: New €3,000 Fines for Smokin' & Loud Music

British visitors to Tenerife now face significant fines of up to €3,000 under a new crackdown by La Laguna City Council. The recently passed motion prohibits activities such as smoking, playing loud music, camping, and littering on all local beaches and natural pools. Furthermore, the use of speakers and hygiene products in public bathing areas is banned.

The council states these measures are crucial for protecting the coastline and marine ecosystems, ensuring safety, and promoting coexistence among visitors. This initiative is part of a broader €80m plan across Tenerife to achieve "zero waste" on the island, addressing previous criticisms about sanitation issues.

These efforts follow recent environmental concerns highlighted by the Ecologistas en Acción's "Black Flags" report, which identified several Spanish beaches with pollution and poor waste management. La Laguna City Council also intends to improve coastal accessibility by eliminating architectural barriers and enhancing facilities like adapted bathrooms and seating.