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Sardinia Beach Bans Umbrellas for Most Adults
13 Jun
Summary
- Sardinia's Punta Molentis Beach restricts umbrellas to under-10s and over-65s.
- New rules aim to protect the beach from human impact and past wildfires.
- Visitors face fees, mandatory reservations, and visitor number limits.
A new beach regulation has been introduced at Punta Molentis Beach in Sardinia, Italy, impacting visitors between the ages of 10 and 65. These individuals are now prohibited from using sun umbrellas on the beach. This measure is part of a broader effort to limit human impact and protect the site, especially following wildfires in July 2025 that devastated approximately 100 hectares.
The beach now has a strict limit of 150 visitors daily and requires mandatory reservations. Fees apply, with pedestrians paying €10 and boat arrivals €5. Car access is also limited to 70 vehicles per day until October 31st. These restrictions are in place throughout the summer season to preserve the beach's delicate ecosystem for future generations.
While the council emphasizes the need for protection, the new rule has drawn criticism. Some visitors have expressed concerns about the safety of restricting shade in hot weather and have labeled the rule as unusual. Similar regulations, banning swimwear outside designated areas, are also in effect in other Italian towns like Sorrento, Portofino, and Capri.
