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A new traffic measure in Tyrol is causing dissatisfaction among holidaymakers. However, locals have a completely different opinion.
Innsbruck – traffic jams, noise and lower quality of life: On the way to vacation, holidaymakers often clog up small towns in Austria. Much to the annoyance of the local residents. That’s why the federal state of Tyrol is now taking tough measures and introducing a ban on departures at the beginning of May.
New rule for travelers in Tyrol: Holidaymakers are not allowed to use secret routes
This means that since May 9th, travelers are no longer allowed to take secret routes through towns on weekends in order to avoid traffic jams on federal roads and motorways. So if you don’t have a specific destination in the districts of Innsbruck/Innsbruck Land, Kufstein, Imst and Reutte, you are not allowed to leave. The regulation applies to all motor vehicles. Holidaymakers who have a reservation in the respective region are excluded.
When the Tyrolean state government’s driving ban applies:
- valid from May 9th to October 13th, 2024
- on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
In this way, Tyrol defends itself against the onslaught of travelers. “The problem of alternative traffic in view of the increasing traffic density in combination with road closures and sophisticated navigation devices that react extremely quickly and suggest traffic jam detours is now leading the state of Tyrol to take these measures,” it says on the website of the state of Tyrol. The new regulation is intended to ensure safety on local roads and lead to less traffic chaos.
“Boorish, inconsiderate behaviour”: Tyrolean complains about holidaymakers from Germany
While some Lake Garda holidaymakers reacted with incomprehension, the regulation benefits the traffic-plagued residents. In a message to our editorial team, a man from Tyrol complained mainly about holidaymakers from Germany who were disturbing the local population with their “car madness”. “This rude, inconsiderate behavior is almost exclusively ‘cultivated’ by German holidaymakers in a highly arrogant manner,” said the man from Brixental.
For him, the new regulation is essential. The driving ban is “ultimately a last resort for the authorities protecting the population.” And he continues: “But if those passing through were considerate and understanding towards the people living there and also accepted their living space, then such measures would certainly not be necessary.”
The current figures from the 2022/23 tourism year show that many people not only drive through Tyrol, but also go on holiday there. According to Tirol Tourismus Research, most overnight stays in Tyrol were by holidaymakers from Germany. Opinion poll However, a survey by the British market and opinion research institute YouGov in 26 countries showed that Germans, along with the British and Russians, are among the least popular holidaymakers abroad.
Driving ban for those passing through Tyrol: Violation may result in a fine
The Tyrolean police will strictly monitor compliance with the driving ban. In addition, the driving bans will be entered into the Interior Ministry’s traffic information system so that navigation devices do not suggest alternative routes in the first place. Anyone who still does not comply can expect to be fined.
The ban on departures is not the only measure that Tyrol is taking to combat mass tourism. A new law is intended to protect the country from foreign investors and at the same time strengthen locals. (cheese)
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