The 30-year-old man was fined 500 euros (around Rs 45,000) and given a lifetime ban from visiting the fountain. The tourist had entered the fountain by bypassing the controlled area and climbing over the marble sculptures lining the monument. About a dozen tourists are fined every year for incidents like dipping their toes into the fountain or filling up water bottles from the Baroque landmark. The secure access area is open from 9 AM to 9 PM every day. In 2024, authorities in Rome introduced a system to limit visitors, allowing a maximum number of 400 people at a time. The city has been considering a small entrance fee as well to combat overtourism. As per reports, coins worth 1.5 million euros are thrown into the water annually. The coins are collected daily and sent to charity. The Trevi Fountain has gained eternal fame as a must-visit site with films like La Dolce Vita and Eat, Pray, Love. The man was drunk when he decided to jump into the landmark fountain, according to a spokesperson for Rome’s Capital Police.
