New rule from summer 2024 – Italy's beaches will be put to the test. As of: March 23, 2024, 7:02 a.m By: Nico Reiter CommentsPressSplit A lifeguard shortage threatens beach holidays in Italy.

From Lignano to Sicily there is unrest on the beaches. There is now a sense of alarm among beach operators: 4,000 lifeguards are missing. The summer job has lost its appeal: short-term employment contracts and monthly salaries (for twelve hours of work) between 1,400 and 1,800 euros.