Rabbit beach, Marine reserve beach in Lampedusa e Linosa, Italy.
The beach extends along clear Mediterranean waters with white sand bordered by rocky cliffs and contains a small islet rising 26 meters above sea level.
The name originated from cartographic error when ancient maps marked the area as 'Rabit' Island, possibly derived from an Arabic term meaning connection.
Local authorities manage visitor access through a two-shift system during summer months to maintain environmental balance and protect the natural ecosystem.
Visitors reach the beach through a clay path from downtown Lampedusa to Capo Ponente, followed by a downhill trail leading to the shoreline.
The protected area serves as a nesting ground for loggerhead turtles, which lay their eggs in April and witness hatchlings emerge during summer months.
Location: Lampedusa e Linosa
GPS coordinates: 35.51270,12.55776
Latest update: March 21, 2025 08:11
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