Italian beach bans umbrellas for people between the ages of 10 and 65
- Italian authorities banned beach umbrellas at Punta Molentis Beach in Sardinia for visitors aged 10 to 65, restricting shade to families with children up to 10 and those 65 years and older.
- Villasimius officials told CNN Thursday that overcrowding and excessive umbrellas hampered evacuation efforts following a fire last year, prompting the new rules to ensure clear access and prevent hazards.
- Beyond the umbrella ban, gazebos and tents are strictly prohibited at Punta Molentis, where visitors must pay $10 per person for access with strict daily limits of 70 vehicles and 150 people.
- The move has drawn scorn from beachgoers, who shared sarcastic comments online, with one critic asking if they must become a parent just to protect themselves from the sun.
- These restrictions remain in effect through October, reflecting a broader Sardinian trend where authorities enforce strict environmental codes, including fines of up to $3,500 for removing sand from the seaside.
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In order to preserve this exceptional site, the municipality has decided to introduce numerous restrictions, including a gauge of 150 people, an entry fee of 10 euros, as well as the prohibition of parasols except for children under 10 years of age and those over 65 years of age.
After a fire last year, new rules are being introduced because they want to protect the beach and the town.
A new rule on the popular Punta Molentis beach in Sardinia has attracted attention. Starting this summer, only families with children and people over 65 are allowed to use parasols. Something that has raised eyebrows among beachgoers.
On Punta Molentis beach on the Italian island of Sardinia, it is now forbidden for anyone between the ages of 10 and 65 to bring a parasol. The measure is causing considerable controversy.
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