Boats of Venice

Everything, well nearly everything, arrives in and is transported by boats.  Early in the morning before the tourists have had breakfast is the busiest time for deliveries.  Boats and barges transporting –

  • chilled goods
  • parcels
  • fuel
  • building material
  • wine
  • mixed goods
  • laundry
  • demolition materials
  • construction equipment including truck
Chilled goods
Petrol
People
Parcles
Post Office Boat
Laundry and other hotel necessities
Parcels (By the Rialto Bridge)
A barge with construction equipment
DHL even have a boat
The important things

This is what we really loved about Venice – how the city ran. How everyday things went on in a city with no roads. Take the time to get up early and see what goes on to keep the place moving !

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