Excesses Feared: Lignano Trembles Before Pentecost Weekend

Thousands of young Austrians are expected. The municipality is gearing up against alcohol excesses by young holidaymakers, as has been the case in recent years.

Lignano Takes Measures Against Excesses on Pentecost Weekend

As confirmed by Mayor Laura Giorgi, the sale of alcoholic beverages in bottles and cans after midnight will be prohibited from June 5 to June 9. Music can be played until midnight, with special exceptions for concerts and DJ sets. Venues can remain open until 2:00 AM at the latest. Shops may stay open until 1:00 AM at the latest. Swimming is prohibited on the beach from 8:00 PM, and a ban on camping is imposed throughout the area.

Other measures include strengthening health services and security controls. German-speaking police officers from South Tyrol, canine units from Trento, as well as officers from Carinthia, will support their colleagues on-site as in previous years. The army will also be deployed. The security measures were decided by the Mayor of Lignano in agreement with the Chief of Police of Udine, Domenico Farinacci.

Over 80,000 Tourists Expected in Lignano

In an interview with local media, the mayor lamented that the Pentecost celebrations with the influx of thousands of young Austrians is a phenomenon that "has degenerated over the last decade." "Close cooperation between the municipality, security forces, and health services is necessary to avoid behaviors that negatively impact Lignano's reputation as a holiday destination," emphasized the mayor.

Over 80,000 tourists are expected in Lignano for Pentecost. In recent years, there have been repeated problems due to alcohol excesses. The situation for public safety is further complicated by a concert by Italian pop star Cesare Cremonini at Lignano's stadium. 20,000 Italian fans are expected at the event.

(APA/Red)

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