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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.