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As European cities continue to struggle with surging tourist numbers, Italian farmers have taken matters into their own hands.

Locals have installed their own turnstiles across the Dolomites as influencers continue to flock to the mountain range in northeastern Italy.

Carlo Zanella, president of the Alto Adige Alpine Club, told Fox News Digital that the turnstiles are "working."

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"The turnstiles were installed at the beginning of July by a farmer who owns the land where the path passes," said Zenella.

Located in Val Gardena on the Seceda, the turnstiles charge visitors about $5 for access.

Zanella shared the "big problem" that farmers are facing.

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