The collection of coins from the Trevi Fountain in Rome decreased by almost 200 thousand euros in nine months of 2026.
According to the data of the Catholic organization "Critas", from January to September, about 1.24 million euros were extracted from the fountain - 174 thousand euros less than in the corresponding period last year, when the amount was 1.42 million euros. The total weight of the collected coins decreased from 28 to 22.7 tons.
The decline is attributed to the paid access system to the fountain bowl introduced in February: a €2 ticket was introduced to regulate the flow of tourists. All funds collected are directed to charitable programs, including support for shelters and social water bodies.