Residents of Montmartre in Paris are sounding the alarm about 'overtourism', fearing their picturesque hilltop neighborhood could become the next Barcelona or Venice, as tourist numbers spike following last year's Olympic Games.
Breakdown
- Montmartre residents are concerned about rising tourism levels.
- Locals say the neighborhood is starting to resemble tourist hotspots like Barcelona and Venice. 5s
- Essential shops are being replaced by snack stands and souvenir stores. 45s
- Montmartre receives about 11 million visitors annually, causing congestion and frustration. 1m 8s
- Tourism is expected to increase further, with bookings up 20 percent for the coming year. 1m 36s