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Spain leads with 642 Blue Flags: The best beaches of 2025!
Find out which countries received the most Blue Flags for clean beaches in 2025 and why this award is important.
Spain leads with 642 Blue Flags: The best beaches of 2025!
The “Blue Flag” stands for the highest standards in the quality and sustainability of beaches worldwide. It is a recognized quality mark awarded to beaches that meet strict criteria in the areas of water quality, environmental management, education and information, safety and access. This year, Spain's beaches have received the highest number of Blue Flags, with a total of 642 awards, three more than last year, as reported derwesten.de reported.
Particularly noteworthy is the province of Málaga, which has 45 “Blue Flags”. These awards make the country's beaches particularly attractive to tourists who value clean and safe swimming conditions. Especially in current times when sustainability and environmental protection are becoming increasingly important, the award is an important quality feature.
Top countries in the ranking
In the ranking of countries with the most Blue Flags, Spain takes first place, followed by Greece with 583 and Turkey with 567 Blue Flags. Italy and France round out the top five with 487 and 398 awards. This information highlights Spain's leading role in sustainable tourism.
Quality features of the “Blue Flag”
The “Blue Flag” is not only characterized by excellent water quality, but also guarantees that a team of lifeguards is on site and a wide range of services are offered. Many beaches also have designated areas for various water sports activities such as kite surfing, parasailing and water skiing. These aspects help create a safe and entertaining environment for visitors.
A special additional offer are the projects related to the “Blue Flags”. This includes the network of blue hiking trails, which includes almost 130 hiking trails along the coast and has a total length of around 850 kilometers. The hiking trails not only offer the opportunity to hike between lighthouses and watchtowers, but also to experience unforgettable sunsets.
These excellent beaches make a holiday in Spain particularly attractive during the summer months, although there are a number of beaches that do not have a Blue Flag. The award is subject to an application, which is why beaches without this label can also be suitable for a relaxing holiday.