Where are Mediterranean Sea tides especially large?

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In the Mediterranean Sea, tidal ranges are generally very small, typically on the order of centimeters. However, there are specific locations where the tidal range is significantly larger. The Gulf of Gabes on the coast of Tunisia and the Gulf of Venice are the only parts of the Mediterranean that experience a substantial tidal range, reaching approximately 8 feet (2.5 meters) during spring tides in the Gulf of Gabes. These tides also contribute to the complexity of currents in narrow channels, such as the Strait of Messina.123