Limited Access to Trevi Fountain in 2025: What You Need to Know
The iconic Trevi Fountain in Rome, a cultural and architectural gem, is set to undergo significant changes starting in 2025. As part of the Roman Catholic jubilee year celebrations, access to the fountain will be limited to enhance visitor experience and preserve its integrity. Mayor Roberto Gualtieri announced the new measures during a press conference on October 7, emphasizing that a visitor limit has been a topic of discussion for quite some time.
Restoration and Visitor Management
In preparation for these changes, extraordinary restoration work has already begun at the Trevi Fountain. This initiative is part of a broader maintenance program for several monumental fountains in Rome, including the Dioscuri Fountain and the Barge Fountain. A unique feature of this restoration is the installation of a horseshoe-shaped walkway within the fountain's basin, allowing a limited number of visitors to enjoy the landmark even during renovations. This will serve as a trial for the eventual visitor restrictions that will be implemented during the jubilee.
While visitors will still be able to toss coins into the fountain for good luck, as per tradition, access to the lower part of the fountain will require a fee starting in 2025. However, visitors will not need to reserve time slots; instead, hostesses will monitor the number of people allowed in the basin.
Ensuring Enjoyment and Respect for the Landmark
Mayor Gualtieri has also indicated that measures will be taken to prevent overnight camping in front of the fountain, ensuring that the area remains a place for enjoyment rather than a makeshift shelter. He stated, "The fountain has seats, and the purpose of these restrictions is precisely to allow people to enjoy the monument while sitting down. Of course, it is not the most suitable place to eat, there will be restrictions. You don't sit in front of the Mona Lisa in a museum to eat either."
These changes aim to enhance the visitor experience while maintaining the Trevi Fountain's status as a must-see attraction in Rome. As preparations continue, tourists and locals alike can look forward to a reimagined way to experience this historic site.
