Cittaslow: Degrowth approach or place promotion? An analysis exemplified by the case of Artà, Mallorca

Sebastian Amrhein and Gert-Jan Hospers

European Planning Studies, 2025, vol. 33, issue 3, 377-397

Abstract: In the literature, Cittaslow is cited as one of the few practical examples of Degrowth at the local level. However, various studies on the implementation of the Cittaslow philosophy suggest that it often has a promotional character. This paper therefore analyses the theoretical concepts of Cittaslow and Degrowth in order to identify overlaps and differences in their frameworks. In addition, a study of the Cittaslow member municipality of Artà in Mallorca was conducted, which was previously identified as a potential Degrowth practice. We find that Cittaslow can neither be clearly described as a measure for place promotion nor as a Degrowth practice. Although it has some points of intersection with degrowth, it is still an open concept that leaves and requires a great deal of interpretation by decision-makers. Implementation often depends on a few committed local people and their convictions and goals.

Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1080/09654313.2024.2443626

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