Chronicle

November 1845

Overview

In November 1845, the focus was on the structural and organizational significance of the high-alpine roads over the Splügen Pass and the Stelvio Pass. The reports documented in detail the preparations for winter maintenance, the deployment of permanent and seasonal clearance crews, and safety measures for travelers.

Articles

6 November 1845Der Bote für Tirol1840s5 tags

The Splügen and Stelvio Roads (Conclusion)

The second part of the account on the Splügen and Stelvio alpine passes describes the spring transition from sledge to carriage traffic and the organisation of the mountain road maintenance workers (rotteri). It details their duties, equipment, roadside refuges (casini and cantoniere), and emergency assistance provided to travellers.

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3 November 1845Der Bote für Tirol1840s5 tags

The Splügen and Stelvio Roads

An account of the high Alpine engineered roads across the Splügen Pass and the Stelvio Pass, detailing their structural significance and the organization of winter maintenance through permanent crews and seasonal laborers.

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