Malaga is taking a firm stance on unruly behaviour from British tourists by warning visitors through public signage to dress appropriately and respect local customs - or face fines of up to €750.
The southern Spanish city addresses Britons in signs highlighting four key issues. One sign reads: 'Both on the street and in public spaces wear an upper garment'. READ MORE:Malaga is taking a firm stance on unruly behaviour from British tourists by warning visitors through public signage to dress appropriately and respect local customs.
Malaga is taking a firm stance on unruly behaviour from British tourists by warning visitors through public signage to dress appropriately and respect local customs Read MoreEXCLUSIVE Brits go to war against Balearics' boozy holiday crackdown: Tourists accuse officials of 'killing' Ibiza and Majorca hotspots with raft of tough curbs One of the new city hall signs reads:"Dress completely. Both on the street and in public places always wear an upper garment out of respect and hygiene."
The sign advises against shouting, singing loudly, or playing music at high volumes in public areas, adding:"Don't be conspicuous." The measure is an attempt to combat visitors who ride indiscriminately in cycle lanes, invade pedestrian areas and have been involved in more than one serious incident. The city's tourism department launched the initiative after a series of anti-tourism protests took place this summer across Spain, including in Malaga, Madrid, Mallorca, Barcelona, and Seville.
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