A picturesque village in Italy's Dolomites mountains has been overwhelmed by tourists, with "crazy" queues reported for a popular local food speciality as visitor numbers surge. The influx reflects a wider problem of overtourism affecting Italy's mountain regions, where popular beauty spots are struggling to cope with the volume of holidaymakers during peak season.

Local businesses and infrastructure are said to be under strain as crowds gather to sample the area's culinary delicacy, echoing complaints seen elsewhere in Italy's most scenic destinations. The report highlights growing concern among residents and officials about the sustainability of tourism in the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed range popular with hikers and sightseers, as visitor pressure mounts across the wider Alpine region.