Fulda (dpa / lhe) - In view of the high number of new corona infections, the 15-kilometer restriction also applies in the Fulda district from this Wednesday.

The district announced on Monday evening that the radius of movement for day tourist excursions will be limited to a radius of 15 kilometers from the place of residence.

The corresponding general decree will come into force this Wednesday and will apply until January 18.

With currently 346 corona infections per 100,000 inhabitants within the past seven days, the district of Hesse has the highest seven-day incidence.

In the morning, a spokeswoman said that this week would discuss how the country's requirements could be implemented with a view to the 15-kilometer rule.