The measure, which covers the entire area declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, aims to prevent forest fires caused by cigarette butts, following three recent incidents in protected spaces.
The new sanctioning framework distinguishes between administrative infractions and criminal liability. Lighting a cigarette in any open area of the park carries fines ranging from 100 to 1,000 euros. If a cigarette butt causes a fire, the act is classified as a crime, punishable by one to six years in prison and fines of up to 100,000 euros for environmental damage.
The restriction applies to all visitors, hikers, and staff. Smoking is prohibited on trails, forest tracks, viewpoints, recreational areas, and parking lots. Exceptions are only permitted in covered buildings that have specific internal regulations allowing tobacco use.
