Some residents say €5 fee aimed at curtailing over-tourism goes against principle of freedom of movement
Venice’s entrance charge for day-trippers has got off to a shaky start, bewildering people staying in hotels who needed to prove their exemption and drawing protests from some residents.
The €5 (£4.30) charge, aimed at curtailing over-tourism, has ignited fury among some residents. The charge kicked in at 8.30am on Thursday and will apply on 29 peak days until 14 July as part of a trial phase.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/25/confusion-protests-first-day-venice-tourist-charge
Author : Angela Giuffrida in Venice
Publish date : 2024-04-25 13:30:50
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