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Italy's Bolzano Introduces Summer Mountain Pass Traffic Restrictions, Organized Bike Tours Included Amid Debate

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Italy's Bolzano province is introducing traffic restrictions on summer mountain passes to reduce congestion and environmental impact. However, the rules also apply to organized motorcycle tours, drawing criticism that it's unreasonable to indiscriminately shut out groups that ride within the rules.

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Yukuto Oda

TOURING EDITOR

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Yukuto OdaTouring Routes · Roadside Stations Commentary

Pass road restrictions leave a traveler with mixed feelings. I understand the consideration for congestion and noise. But shutting out even a properly guided tour uniformly feels a bit heavy-handed. The joy of unfolding a map and chasing that breathtaking pass only continues if manners are kept. Hoping they find the right balance between regulation and freedom.