joy after the last on the beaches of all Spain, it will be this summer

Spain continues to be an international reference in environmental quality. The news that has generated great joy in the tourism sector has become official on Wednesday. In a report issued by the Association of Environmental and Consumer Education (DEOAC), important achievements related to the country’s beaches have been highlighted.

The report reveals that Spain is again the country with more blue flags on its beaches. In total, 642 flags have been reached, which is four more than last year. This recognition, which grant the beaches for their environmental quality and services, reflects the continuous effort to take care of our coasts.

Consolidated leadership: more blue flags for Spain

Blue flags have established themselves as a symbol of quality and sustainability. In total, Spain accumulates 15 % of the world’s beaches with this banner. This demonstrates the level of excellence achieved by Spanish sand in terms of safety, cleaning and accessibility.

In addition, the total number of badges that Spain has achieved this year amounts to 749. Of these, 642 correspond to beaches, 101 to sports ports and 6 to tourist boats. This figure shows constant improvement in the country in terms of the environmental management of its coasts.

By communities, the Valencian Community and Andalusia lead the list with 143 and 138 flags, respectively. Both regions have increased their figures compared to 2024, standing out in the conservation of their coastline. Galicia occupies the third position with 108 flags, although he has lost six in relation to last year.

Catalonia has also improved, with a six -flag increase, reaching 101. Meanwhile, the Canary Islands have suffered a considerable fall, losing nine flags, and stays with 47. Balearic Islands, on the other hand, it has managed to increase one more, reaching a total of 32.

The positive impact on ports and tourist vessels

In the field of sports ports, Catalonia leads 23 blue flags. Andalusia follows him closely with 20, although he has lost two compared to last year. The Valencian Community maintains its 19 awarded ports, while Balearic Islands has suffered a loss, keeping 14.

Regarding tourist boats, Andalusia stands out with four flags and the Valencian Community with two. These badges have not varied compared to the previous year. This recognition of ports and boats underlines Spain’s commitment to excellence in tourism.

The municipality of Sangenjo, in Pontevedra, takes the palm with 19 badges. Among them, 17 are for beaches and 2 for sports ports. Other municipalities such as Vigo, Orihuela and Marbella also stand out for their high number of blue flags, consolidating the image of Spain as a quality destination for national and international tourists.

This recognition of Spanish beaches, ports and boats shows constant work to improve environmental quality. According to the report, Spain is positioned as a reference in tourist sustainability. This summer, tourists can enjoy a cleaner, accessible and sure coastline.