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Valencia Tourist-Rental Group Reports Fallas Vandalism Hitting 450 Flats

The industry group says hostile political rhetoric has encouraged the attacks.

Overview

  • Aptur CV estimates about €250,000 in damage from sabotaged locks and threatening graffiti at ground-floor tourist apartments.
  • Incidents were reported across neighborhoods including El Cabanyal, La Malvarrosa, Patraix, Benimaclet, Benicalap, Campanar, El Carme and Morvedre.
  • The association condemns the vandalism and urges immediate public denouncements by political leaders, reinforced investigations and sanctions for those responsible.
  • Sector representatives warn of reputational harm to Valencia as a destination and say the incidents heighten tension in affected communities.
  • The claims are based on the association’s account, with no identified perpetrators or official responses reported so far, and the group calls for constructive, non-stigmatizing dialogue on housing and tourism.