2Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam’s picturesque canals and historic buildings draw millions of visitors each year. While the city benefits economically, its residents have voiced increasing concerns about the downsides of overtourism.

Popular districts like the Red Light District and the Jordaan have been transformed into overcrowded areas catering to tourists, with rowdy crowds and noise disturbing local life. The housing market has also been heavily impacted by short-term rentals, driving up costs for locals. Amsterdam has responded by raising tourist taxes, limiting new hotel licenses, and attempting to spread visitors more evenly across the city.

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