The state on steps, the construction of sand castles, wearing shoes that produce noise or buying counterfeit items, can bring huge fines in some popular holiday destinations, which have introduced strict rules for tourists.
Sand castles are forbidden on some well -known beaches
Anyone violates them risks a fine of up to 7,000 euros or six months in prison.
The Minister of Tourism of Italy, Daniela Santatché, explains the madness of the rules on the news portal „Rosenheim24“:”Italy loves tourists but awaits consideration“She said, adding that everyone should find out what restrictions apply in her region before leaving for vacation,” Bild writes.
Sardinia: The construction of sand castles is forbidden
Sardinia wants to protect her ribs. Therefore, many things that tourists usually take by themselves are forbidden. For example, children are not allowed to build sand castles or dig pits. It is also forbidden to take from the beach sand and shells.
And you are not allowed to lie on the sand only on a towel, because the towels can erode the sand. Failure to comply with this rule can lead to a fine of up to 3,000 euros!
Buying counterfeit brand items
The clothes, watches and business bags are offered for sale at low prices on many beaches. Most people know: They are all false! But these counterfeit goods are not expensive only for sellers. Tourists caught with them risk fines of up to 7,000 euros or up to six months in prison!
The shawl and “noisy footwear” are interzi
In Liguria, wearing shaps on hiking routes is forbidden for safety reasons. Whoever does not respect the rule risks a fine of up to 2,500 euros. On Capri Island, according to the information portal “Reisereporter“,”noisy footwear“It is not allowed in the old city, because it sounds too hard on the cubic stones and disrupts the peace.
Do not stand on the “steps of heaven”
Even a short break for a place or meal on the steps of the Spanish stairs in Rome can be very expensive: the violation of this rule costs 400 euros. It is also punished by dragging a suitcase or stroller on the steps of historical monument.
On the other hand, children under 14 are allowed to go out in Praia A Mare (Calabria) until the end of September, until 00:30, to protect them from vandalism and accidents. After 00:30, a traffic restriction is applied, and parents risk a fine of 250 euros for violating the rule.
