It is completely illegal to build sandcastles or dig deep holes on the public beaches.

Trouble-o-Meter
Police issue fines ranging from €100 to €250 for sand architecture.

Status: still on the books

Why Is This a Law?

Giant sand structures and abandoned deep holes create severe safety hazards on crowded beaches. They block emergency rescue workers, cause tripped ankles, and stop night-time beach cleaning tractors from operating safely.

A citizen earnestly dealing with the law: It is completely illegal to build sandcastles or dig deep holes on the public beaches.