Starting January 2026, Cannes will restrict cruise ships to under 1,000 passengers and limit daily arrivals to 6,000 visitors to combat overtourism. This move aligns the city with others like Venice and Barcelona, prioritizing sustainability over mass tourism. Amid rising concerns over environmental strain anCAd overcrowding, France leads in regulating visitor impact, aiming to preserve local culture, infrastructure, and quality of life while ensuring tourism remains economically beneficial.