Venice's Authority Will Limit The Number Of Tourists And Ban The Use Of Loudspeakers From June This Year

Tourists in Venice. (Wikimedia Commons/Tony Hisgett)

JAKARTA - The Italian Authority of Venice announced it would restrict groups of tourists on foot to 25 people, as well as prohibit the use of loudspeakers in its latest efforts to combat mass tourism.

In addition, groups of tourists are also prohibited from stopping on narrow roads, on bridges, or in alleys in the city.

The new regulations will take effect in historic centers as well as Murano, Burano, and Torcello islands in June 2024, a statement on the website of Venice.

"There should be no more than 25 crowds, namely half of the passengers of the tourist bus. The use of loudspeakers that can cause confusion and disturbances is also prohibited," the statement said.

The resolution must be submitted to the City Council before it is implemented. It is known that the Venice Museum has limited the group to 25 people.

Meanwhile, members of Elisabeth Pesce's security board described the plan as "an important step aimed at improving group management", as well as promoting sustainable tourism and ensuring city protection and security.

Meanwhile, Simone Venturini, a member of the city's tourism council, said the move was part of a broader framework of intervention aimed at improving tourism management in Venice, creating a better balance between the needs of the population and the needs of visitors.

The new rules will take effect two months after the introduction of a 5 euro visitor fee for daily visitors to the city.

This also happened after the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in July recommended that Venice be added to its cultural heritage hazard list.

UNESCO called on the Italian government to ensure maximum dedication to address the city's old problems'.

It is known, becoming a popular tourist destination, Venice has grappled over the years with too many visitors and the impact of climate change.