ONE popular holiday destination has imposed new beach rules with violations resulting in fines over one thousand pounds £1k. Sardinia is one of the most popular destinations for Brits - but despite its popularity, the Italian region has plenty of little-known beach rules . 2 Sardinia has many strict beach rules with La Maddalena Archipelago National Park having a long list due to its safeguarded status Credit: Alamy 2 La Maddalena island is part of the Italian region in Sardinia Credit: Alamy The second-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea has recently added a new rule stating that those cruising Sardinian waters could face penalties ranging from £237.

78 to £1162. According to the Super Yacht Times , visitors need to be aware of the new permissions which have restricted overnight stays in La Maddalena Park . Not only has anchoring been made prohibited between 9pm and 8am for all recreational vessels including ones used for rentals, leases, sailing schools, diving and snorkelling .

Nighttime stays have also been further restricted with skippers only being able to use mooring buoys, which act as a floating anchor point temporarily, installed by the Park Authority. Read more Travel News ISLE GO Croatian coastal town that used to be an island is a 2024 'hidden gem' BAR NONE I live in UK's new coolest seaside town with stunning Wetherspoons & great beach These can not be used for any boat over 15-metres or at anchor for recreational vessels owned by residing locals. This rul.