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In a nutshell: The “mirror trick” (Italian: specchietto) around San Donà di Piave became a serious issue in 2025, affecting both locals and holidaymakers in the region. In this scam, the perpetrators fake a collision with, or a scratch on, your wing mirror and then immediately demand cash — almost always around €400, a sum […]
In short: Anyone who jumps into a canal in Venice pays €350. Walking through the historic centre in swimwear can cost €250, and feeding pigeons or seagulls up to €500. This guide covers the main rules, current fines and legal sources for visitors to Venice in 2026 — fact-checked against the official rules of the City of Venice.
Updated 19 May 2026: the “112 Where ARE U” app was further expanded by the Italian Ministry of the Interior in 2026. New features at the end of the article. Recommendation for all travellers: install it before your trip to Italy. Venice and the Veneto region attract millions of tourists from all over the world […]
