From mad-as-hell mobs in Barcelona to livid locals in Lanzarote, the European holiday hotspots where British tourists are most likely to receive a hostile reception Anti-tourist protests and vandalism have erupted across Europe Some destinations have introduced fines and visitor caps UK cars have been covered in graffiti and disturbing warnings sprayed on walls READ MORE: Which? tests customer service responses at 8 major airlines By Sophie Foster, Deputy Travel Editor For Mailonline Published: 08:55 BST, 13 July 2024 | Updated: 08:56 BST, 13 July 2024 e-mail 3 View comments Last weekend, angry Barcelona locals marched on the streets in a protest about over-tourism in the Spanish city. Holidaymakers dining al fresco were sprayed with water guns and told that 'balconing' - the sometimes fatal act of jumping from one balcony to another - 'is fun' on signs. Lots of Spanish locals are filled with anti-tourist sentiment and clearly want holidaymakers to stay away from their busiest cities and islands.

But are they alone? Here, we reveal the European destinations that are hostile to tourists or that make visiting a hassle...

The European destinations that are hostile to tourists or that make visiting a hassle Majorca and Menorca In May, 10,000 people marched in Palma de Majorca against tourism, above. The sign reads 'Mallorca [Majorca] is not for sale' Residents blame foreigners for driving up property prices 250 per cent in a decade In the Balearic Islands, locals seem to have had.