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Aix-en-Provence Municipal Elections 2026: Airbnb Impact

March 15 & 22, 2026 · Current mayor: Sophie Joissains (LR)

120

days max/year

120j

current cap

Non

Quotas

Non

Rent control

Sophie Joissains (LR) seeks a second term in Aix-en-Provence. Student and tourist city, Aix remains at 120 days with growing pressure in historic center.

Candidates and Airbnb positions

Sophie JoissainsIncumbent

LR

47%

poll

Mayor since 2021, senator for Bouches-du-Rhône. Pro-heritage and pro-tourism position.

Airbnb / housing position

Maintains 120 days, favorable to cultural tourism. Wants to promote Aix heritage and simplify for owners.

Marc Pena

NFP (gauche unie)

34%

poll

Opposition city councilor, former deputy. Left-wing challenger.

Airbnb / housing position

Reduction to 90 days to protect students and residents. Wants to limit short-term rentals in historic center.

Current regulation

120 jours

Limit

Non

Rent control

Obligatoire

Declaration

Non

Compensation zone

Aix-en-Provence applies the national 120-day limit. Declaration mandatory. Moderate but growing pressure in historic center.

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What could change

Quotas in historic center

Possible

Quotas could be established in historic center to protect students and permanent residents.

Key campaign issues

Students vs tourism

Aix is a student city. Competition between student and short-term rentals creates tensions on affordable housing.

Sources

Last updated: February 2026. Check sources for the most recent information.

FAQ

Will Aix tighten Airbnb rules?

Unlikely with Joissains. However, student pressure could lead to quotas in historic center.

Are students impacted by Airbnb?

Yes. Owners often prefer more profitable short-term rentals over student rentals.

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