Sant Josep has issued a €300,000 Diplo Ibiza session fine. The sanction was imposed after a June 24, 2024 cliffside session at Cala d’Hort. That area overlooks Es Vedrà and falls under EU-protected Natura 2000. Local authorities took immediate action once social media revealed the event.

The Session and Investigation

A Cliffside Session in a Protected Area

On 24 June 2024, DJ Diplo held an unauthorised music session at Cala d’Hort’s viewpoint. He promoted the session on Instagram. Hundreds gathered, drawn by the iconic backdrop. The site forms part of Natura 2000 and an Área Natural de Especial Interés.

Official Response

Sant Josep Council strongly condemned the session. Local police filed a report citing public safety and environmental infractions. That paved the way for the €300,000 Diplo Ibiza session fine. Authorities are assessing environmental harm via Guardia Civil’s environmental unit as well.

Legal Framework & Potential Sanctions

Under the 2022 West Coast Protection Plan, events at cliffside locations like this are banned. Environmental law in Ibiza allows fines ranging from €6,001 to €100,000 for serious offences. When considered “very serious,” fines can reach €450,000. Sant Josep opted for the mid-tier maximum of €300,000, underlining the impact.

Wider Impact

Striking the Balance Between Tourism and Preservation

Sunset sessions are part of Ibiza’s appeal. Yet Cala d’Hort faces issues with overcrowding, litter and fire risk. This Diplo Ibiza session fine sends a clear message: unauthorised gatherings in sensitive natural spaces will have consequences.

Community and Industry Reaction

Ocio de Ibiza criticised the event, saying it harms the island’s image as a responsible leisure destination. Diplo, for his part, shared drone footage online, calling it “just music at sunset.” But the council’s stance remained firm.

Conclusion

The Diplo Ibiza session fine marks a significant step in defending Ibiza’s protected landscapes. It reflects ongoing tension between cultural spontaneity and ecological responsibility. The fine may now serve as a warning for future events that cross the line.

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