Albufeira ‘unanimously approves’ code of conduct 'to prevent abusive behaviour'

Albufeira has taken another step towards fining tourists for not covering up away from the beach.

After a public consultation, the city council for the coastal city in the Algarve has “unanimously approved” a new version of a code of conduct which would prohibit people from being in a state of partial or complete nudity in public areas, with fines up to €2,500.

The updated code, initially proposed in February, was open for public consultation for 30 days and will now be discussed and voted on at the Municipal Assembly where, if approved, it will be published in the official government journal and then implemented.

In a statement, the council said: “This is a project that aims to prevent abusive behaviour by tourists, thus seeking to contribute to the appreciation of the destination.”

Mayor of Albufeira José Carlos Rolo added: “This is another important step towards combating the negative image of tourism in the municipality and promoting harmony between this sector and the resident population.

“The code of conduct has as its main objective the prevention of abusive behaviour.

“There will be the capacity to monitor compliance with the rules by entities such as the Municipal Police and other police authorities.”