Tenerife's Chipeque Viewpoint Grapples with Overtourism: Locals Call for Action

Tenerife, Spain The popular Chipeque viewpoint in Tenerife is facing a severe overtourism crisis, as highlighted in a recent video by local resident Iago Martin. The footage, captured on a Thursday, reveals an overwhelming influx of visitors, with parked rental cars stretching for kilometers along the winding roads leading to the site. Martin reported counting approximately 240 people at the viewpoint during his visit, estimating the total number to be around 300, alongside over 100 vehicles. He expressed significant concern over the environmental impact, noting a lack of waste bins, instances of littering including cigarette butts and cans, and visitors straying from designated paths, causing damage to the natural landscape. The video underscores the challenges faced by local authorities in managing the high volume of tourists, particularly regarding parking and environmental preservation. Martin suggested that the situation has reached a "loss of control," echoing concerns previously raised about other popular sites like Roque Nublo in Gran Canaria. He posed the question of implementing a tourist tax as a potential measure to mitigate the effects of mass tourism and preserve the island's natural beauty for future generations. The issue has sparked debate among residents about the sustainability of current tourism models.

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