04.09.2026 12:00
In Rome, the capital of Italy, some people drew attention by using a public fountain for personal hygiene. While bathing by entering fountains in the city is prohibited, similar violations can result in fines ranging from 160 to 450 euros, which is approximately 9,000 to 25,350 Turkish lira at the current exchange rate.
In Rome, one of the world's most visited cities, the inappropriate use of public fountains has once again become a topic of debate.
In an incident recorded in the city, some individuals used the water from a public fountain for personal hygiene and washing purposes. Although there are prohibitions against such behavior in Rome's public spaces, the incident also drew the attention of citizens nearby.
THEY USED THE FOUNTAIN LIKE A BATH
The Rome administration has long enforced strict rules, particularly regarding the protection of historic and monumental fountains. Behaviors such as entering fountains, swimming, or bathing in them are considered prohibited.
The rules apply not only to those who enter the water for tourist purposes but also to those who use the fountains for personal hygiene.
THE FINES CAN REACH HUNDREDS OF EUROS
In Rome, the cost of entering historic fountains can be quite severe. Previously, many people who entered historic fountains such as Trevi, Naiadi, and those in Piazza Navona were fined around 450 euros (25,000 TL). In 2026, a tourist who entered the Trevi Fountain was fined 500 euros and given a temporary ban from the area.
Therefore, it is not accurate to present the phrase "fines range between 160 and 450 euros," as seen in a social media post, as a definitive schedule for this specific incident. The penalty applied can vary depending on the nature of the fountain and the violation.
ROME STRIVES TO PROTECT ITS HISTORIC FOUNTAINS
In Rome, especially the fountains in the historic center are among the important parts of the city's cultural heritage. The local administration also carries out inspections to both protect these works and prevent inappropriate use in public spaces.
The latest incident has once again brought to the agenda discussions about using Rome's fountains for cooling off or personal hygiene.