Touristists face critics at the regular table

The acceptance for tourism has recently fallen sharply in Tyrol. This not only causes unrest in the industry, but also causes tangible problems. Tourists are now entering the offensive and face the criticism of the population during discussions in inns. Stauchaos, exploding housing costs, destroyed environment – tourism is at least co-responsible for many negative developments in Tyrol. Accordingly, the acceptance of the industry has suffered gr…

The Dolomites curve elegantly across the boot of Italy. The mountainous region invites travelers to its valleys and slopes in both winter and summer. I myself am drawn to Trentino-Alto Adige in the summer by the mild climate, thirst for culture and countless hiking trails. Another advantage of South Tyrol is its impeccable public transport, which is not typical of Italy.

Arrivals and overnight stays decreased slightly compared to the previous year, while the number of German guests decreased by almost five percent. Nevertheless, the industry is very satisfied. The taxation of tips criticizes it as "shot to the knees". Gerber Regional Councillor defended the controversial tourism platform F.act.

The 2024/2025 Tyrolean winter season ended with a slight decline, initially. Between November and the end of March, 24.1 million overnight stays were recorded, a decline of 1.3 percent year-on-year, while arrivals fell by 0.8 percent to 5.5 million. However, tourism officials expressed hope on Thursday that the late Easter date in April would help to catch up. The outlook for the summer season was positive, with prices set to rise noticeably.