Sardinia’s Punta Molentis bans umbrellas for most beachgoers this summer

A Sardinian beach at Punta Molentis has banned umbrellas for most adults (ages 10–65) to prevent overcrowding and aid evacuations after last year’s wildfire; only families with children up to 10 and people 65+ may use one large umbrella, with a €10 daily fee from June through late October (disabled visitors exempt). The rule drew criticism from sun-seekers, but officials say it reduces evacuation gridlock caused by dense shade setups.