Amsterdam to Completely Ban Ocean Cruise Ships by 2035

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Amsterdam to Completely Ban Ocean Cruise Ships by 2035

Amsterdam is pulling the plug: By 2035, the Dutch metropolis plans to completely ban ocean cruise ships from the city. This drastic step is a direct reaction to massive "overtourism". With over 20 million visitors a year at times, the city has reached its absolute breaking point. The focus is now shifting back to the quality of life of the locals, which is why maritime mass tourism has to make way.

etwas MEERzeit

March 30, 2026 at 8:32 AM

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Amsterdam is pulling the plug: By 2035, the Dutch metropolis plans to completely ban ocean cruise ships from the city. This drastic step is a direct reaction to massive "overtourism". With over 20 million visitors a year at times, the city has reached its absolute breaking point. The focus is now shifting back to the quality of life of the locals, which is why maritime mass tourism has to make way.