# Montenegro tourism sanitation and regulatory issues

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/montenegro-tourism-sanitation-and-regulatory-issues
> Updated: 2026-09-12T08:10:27.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Montenegro’s tourism sector has faced a mix of high visitor numbers and various regulatory and sanitation challenges. 

Reports from travelers highlighted severe sanitation issues, including sightings of “floating sewage, waste, and brown foam” in the water. Concerns were also raised regarding food safety, specifically regarding food poisoning and the sale of partially thawed products. 

While the Public Enterprise for Coastal Zone Management reported one of the most successful seasons in a decade, the high volume of visitors led to increased regulatory violations. Authorities had to implement enforcement operations to address beach furniture occupancy rules and investigate illegal structures. Additionally, inspections uncovered issues with lifeguard credentials, including the use of falsified licenses.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Montenegro tourism sees strong season despite beach violations

Montenegro's tourism season is among the best in ten years, though officials report increased beach violations and the discovery of falsified lifeguard licenses.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-tourism-sees-strong-season-despite-beach-violations

### 2026-08-21: Montenegro tourism concerns raised by reports of sewage and illness

A Polish tourist reported a nightmare vacation in Montenegro involving sewage in the water, food safety concerns, and widespread illness within her family.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-tourism-concerns-raised-by-reports-of-sewage-and-illness

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