Nizza Bans Large Cruise Ships to Combat Over-Tourism

The French city will prohibit vessels with over 900 passengers from docking this summer, citing environmental and economic concerns.

Nizza's mayor Christian Estrosi announced a ban on large cruise ships, effective summer 2025, targeting vessels with a capacity exceeding 900 passengers.
The decision aims to address over-tourism and environmental damage, following the example set by Venice, Italy.
Critics argue the ban's impact may be limited, as cruise ships could anchor in national waters and transport passengers to shore via smaller boats.
Local environmental groups praised the move as historic, but highlighted the ongoing pollution caused by large yachts in the region.
The announcement sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some applauding the decision and others raising concerns about its economic impact and perceived contradictions, such as the city's airport expansion plans.