
It is illegal to collect sand and shells on the beach: it ruins the ecosystem, fines of up to 9 thousand euros
Collect one shell from the beach and take it home like souvenirs it may seem like a completely harmless gesture. In reality, however, the removal of materials from maritime state property is subject to precise limitations by article 1162 of the Navigation Code: it is an administrative offense and can cause fines exceeding 9,000 euros (very salty in particular in ...








