A study shows 49% of tourists reach Florence by rail, mainly to avoid driving and parking stress.
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Tag: mobility
Florence tramway reaches new record with 4.6 million passengers in October
About 45 million trips expected in 2025 as traffic issues affect tram expansion.
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General strike to disrupt transport and services in Florence on Black Friday
Flights, buses and public services affected as unions call nationwide 24-hour walkout.
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E-scooter sharing to end in Florence by April 2026
The Tuscan city to stop shared e-scooters from April 2026, citing safety and helmet law issues.
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Environmental green light brings Florence Airport’s new runway closer
The decree sparked political reactions exposing deep fractures inside Tuscany’s centre-left coalition.
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Florence Cracks Down on Tourist Bus Violations
Starting November 15, 2025, companies whose vehicles are caught stopping outside designated areas will face immediate restrictions.
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Finnair to Connect Florence with Helsinki Starting Summer 2026
The Finnish airline will operate two weekly flights, on Thursdays and Sundays.
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Pisa Researchers Help Boost Electric Car Range with Silicon-Based Batteries
The study shows that increasing the proportion of silicon in lithium batteries can extend the range of electric vehicles.
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Over 1,500 Green Shield fines for unauthorized vehicles entering Florence
More than half involving tourist coaches entering the city without paying the required access ticket.
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Rickshaws gone: Florence’s historic centre adapts, drivers protest
Two weeks after Florence banned rickshaws, the city is adjusting while drivers continue to protest.
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