Vacationers touring on a railroad in Europe could also be subjected to fines in the event that they exceed the baggage limit as some international locations grapple with overtourism.
In February, French National Railways (SNCF) introduced there could be new limits on the quantity and measurement of baggage on trains with the enforcement starting on Sept. 15.
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“Our customers, but also our agents, may find themselves faced with safety problems on board (falling suitcases), traffic difficulties, or a lack of space,” an SNCF spokesperson instructed Fox News Digital by way of e mail.
French National Railways introduced that beginning Sept. 15 there could be limits on the quantity and measurement of baggage on trains. Travelers who don’t comply will face fines over $50. (HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP by way of Getty Images)
“Because the spaces on board remain the same for an ever-increasing number of passengers in recent years,” the spokesperson added.
The limits differ primarily based on the prepare, however for most excessive pace rails there are solely two choices for baggage.
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Passengers can both deliver one hand baggage and two suitcases or one hand baggage, suitcase and a particular merchandise resembling an instrument or sports activities tools.
If baggage is deemed “inconvenient” or “dangerous,” passengers will likely be fined over 150 euros ($166). (Fabian Sommer/image alliance by way of Getty Images)
“If customers do not respect the maximum authorized quantities and dimensions, agents will inform them that they will have to pay an amount of €50 per non-compliant or excess baggage, or a fine of €150 if the baggage is inconvenient or dangerous,” stated the spokesperson.
Hand baggage can measure a most of 40 x 30 x 15 centimeters, whereas suitcases can measure as much as 90 x 70 x 50 centimeters, in accordance with the SNCF web site.
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Other European international locations have enacted or proposed totally different initiatives in an try to curb overtourism.
The new baggage coverage on trains in France will likely be enforced on Sept. 15. (Fabian Sommer/image alliance, Matthieu Delaty by way of Getty Images)
Officials in Greece are planning to impose a tax for cruise ship guests who’re touring to the islands of Mykonos and Santorini throughout peak summer season seasons, Fox News Digital reported.
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In Italy, Venice initiated a pilot program to cost day-trippers an entry price to scale back the inflow on peak days, and officers in Rome are drafting a plan to implement allotted time slots on the iconic Trevi Fountain to limit waves of visitors whereas amassing a price.
