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Italy could lose 40% of its beaches according to a new report. Shown: Blue Flag beach Cupra Marittima.

Italy could lose 40% of its beaches by 2100

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy faces the loss of nearly half its beaches by the end of this century, according to a stark new report from the Italian Geographical Society. The study, Sunken Landscapes, presented in Rome on Tuesday, warns that rising sea levels, erosion, and flooding linked to the climate crisis could submerge up to 20% of Italy’s […]

Liguria one of the regions where concessions on beaches are increasing.

Free access to Italy’s beaches is limited

July 21, 2021July 21, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

With the holiday season upon us in Italy, those heading to the beaches may find there is less ‘free’ space available for them. There may be fewer tourists this year, but the opportunity to find beach space without paying is also decreasing.