Beaches and the sea

In summer, heat waves (35-40 °C) and a very high UV index are possible. Protect yourself with light clothing, a hat and sunglasses. Use sunscreen. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and heat. Increase caution and protective measures for children.

Young children under the age of three are particularly at risk of drowning and can drown in as little as 5 cm of water. Never leave a child unattended in or near water, even for a short time.

On maintained beaches, you can swim to places marked with buoys. On natural beaches, do not swim more than 100 metres from the shore.

There is a possibility of strong currents. Do not go far from the shore on inflatable mattresses.

Avoid activities that you have no experience in. Avoid diving headfirst into the water unless you are entirely certain of its depth. Do not overestimate your physical and health abilities.

Use lockers for storage; if none, do not leave your belongings unattended.

Windsurfing is prohibited in the harbour entrance area, in narrow passages where the traffic (of ships, yachts and boats) takes place, and within the maintained beach area.

Bathing, swimming and diving are prohibited in ports, port entrances and in heavy traffic areas.

You must have a licence to operate a water scooter. Everyone onboard must wear a helmet and a life jacket, and the person operating the water scooter must wear a safety lanyard.
Do not exceed the recommended capacity of a water scooter.
Pleasure vessels must not be used in areas of heavy traffic or in entrances of ports and anchorages.
Use the safety corridor at reduced speed to reach a safe distance from the shore for gliding (at least 300 m from the shore).