Overview
- The city will not renew agreements with current operators, removing shared scooters from streets and sidewalks effective April 1, 2026.
- Transport chief Andrea Giorgio pointed to frequent wrong-way riding, improper parking, and sidewalk use as persistent issues.
- Florence plans to expand its fleet of rental bicycles as an alternative for short trips.
- The administration left open a return of e-scooters under a clearer legal framework with technology to enforce the helmet requirement.
- The move follows restrictions in cities such as Paris, Madrid, and Gelsenkirchen and could affect many tourists who rely on app-based rentals.