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Metropolitano faces €81,000 in noise fines after AC/DC concert
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Metropolitano faces €81,000 in noise fines after AC/DC concert

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The Riyadh Air Metropolitano stadium in Madrid has received its first noise-related fines, totaling over €81,000, following complaints from nearby residents. The largest sanction, €80,800.80, was imposed for the AC/DC concert on 16 July 2025 (according to La Vanguardia) or 16 June 2025 (according to ABC), classified as a very serious infraction for exceeding noise limits by more than 7 decibels at night. Source: La Vanguardia, ABC

The fines

  • AC/DC: €80,800.80 for exceeding limits by 5–10 decibels at night. Source: La Vanguardia
  • Imagine Dragons: €500 for a 4 decibel exceedance at night on 28 June 2025. Source: ABC
  • Torneo Fútbol Base Internacional Madcup: €180 for a 4 decibel exceedance during daytime on 23 June 2025. Source: La Vanguardia

Context and measures

The Ombudsman Ángel Gabilondo has closed his investigation as the case is now with the Prosecutor's Office, but residents can reopen if no criminal charges are filed. Source: ABC In response, the Madrid City Council has installed 408 sound-absorbing panels, monitored noise levels, and set a general curfew of midnight for concerts, with exceptions until 00:30 on weekends. Source: La Vanguardia However, 22 concerts are planned for 2026, and residents continue to protest, especially during the ongoing Bad Bunny concerts. Source: ABC