In 2021, the city council pledged to do everything in its power to keep tourism below the 20-million mark. According to the municipality, the regulation only creates obligations within the city government itself, and residents or entrepreneurs cannot derive any legal rights from it. The city maintains that the 20-million limit is a policy objective, not a legally binding norm. Hospitality sector backs the cityTwo business organisations have since requested to join the proceedings on the side of the municipality. The parties are first exchanging their legal positions, and the court will decide on procedural matters, such as whether other organisations may join the suit.

Source: Het Parool February 23, 2026 06:31 UTC