Blue Flag beaches in 2025: a coastline that shines brighter than ever

In 2025, the Costa del Sol revalidates its position as one of the most awarded coastal destinations in Europe. No less than 45 of its beaches fly the Blue Flag, a symbol of excellence that distinguishes those shores that combine environmental quality, safety, services and accessibility.

They are all waiting for you with open arms!

Blue Flags on the Costa del Sol: a journey through award-winning beaches, unforgettable landscapes and services that will make you fall in love

Malaga city not only maintains, but renews its commitment to quality, revalidating the seven Blue Flags that fly on its urban beaches:

1. La Caleta Beach
2. El Dedo Beach
3. El Palo Beach
4. La Malagueta Beach
5. La Misericordia Beach
6. Pedregalejo Beach
7. San Andres Beach

The Eastern Coast surprises with its authentic character and its natural environment. In municipalities such as Vélez-Málaga, Algarrobo, Torrox and Nerja, we find gems such as:

8. Torre del Mar Beach (Vélez-Málaga)
9. La Caleta de Vélez Beach (Vélez-Málaga)
10. Benajarafe Beach (Vélez-Málaga)
11. Algarrobo Beach
12. Cenicero Beach-Las Dunas (Torrox)
13. Ferrara Beach (Torrox)
14. El Morche beach (Torrox)
15. Burriana Beach (Nerja)
16. Maro Beach (Nerja)
17. Playa del Playazo-Chucho (Nerja)
18. Torrecilla Beach (Nerja)

To the west, the coastline becomes sophisticated and vibrant. From the tranquillity of Mijas to the exclusive atmosphere of Marbella or the vibrancy of Torremolinos, every corner has something to offer:

19. El Chaparral Beach (Mijas)
20. Calahonda Beach (Riviera) (Mijas)
21. Playa de Calahonda I (Royal Beach-La Luna) (Mijas)
22. Playa del Bombo (Mijas)
23. La Cala Beach (Mijas)
24. Carvajal Beach (area corresponding to Benalmádena)
25. Fuente de la Salud Beach (Benalmádena)
26. Los Álamos Beach (Torremolinos)
27. Playamar Beach (Torremolinos)
28. Bajondillo Beach (Torremolinos)
29. Carihuela-Montemar Beach (Torremolinos)
30. Los Boliches-Gaviotas Beach (Fuengirola)
31. Carvajal Beach (area corresponding to Fuengirola)
32. Playa del Castillo-Ejido (Fuengirola)
33. Fuengirola Beach
34. Playa Ancha (Casares)
35. Playa de los Monteros (Marbella)
36. Playa de la Venus-Bajadilla (Marbella)
37. Playa del Cable (Marbella)
38. Cabopino Beach (Marbella)
39. Casablanca Beach (Marbella)
40. Playa del Faro (Marbella)
41. Fontanilla Beach (Marbella)
42. Nagüeles Beach (Marbella)
43. Puerto Banús Beach (Marbella)
44. San Pedro de Alcántara Beach (Guadalmina) (Marbella)
45. Sabinillas Beach (Manilva)

The best beaches with a Blue Flag: more than a seal of quality

Each Blue Flag is a guarantee for the traveller: clean waters, good environmental management and services designed for everyone's comfort. But on the Costa del Sol, this distinction goes further; It becomes an invitation to live the summer in your own way. Are you one of those who enjoy a dip at dawn? Or do you prefer to watch the sunset from a hammock with a cocktail in hand?

From the wide and lively beaches to the most secluded and natural corners, diversity is one of the great strengths of the Malaga coast. And thanks to this wide offer, every visitor can find their ideal place under the sun.

Experience the blue Costa del Sol: 45 reasons to return

Whether you're looking for a destination for a family holiday, a romantic getaway, a luxury experience or an adventure with friends, the Blue Flag beaches of the Costa del Sol are ready to win you over.

In 2025, 45 reasons shine brighter than ever to remind us that the Mediterranean Sea, here, is lived with intensity, caress by caress of wave.

Get ready to discover them all!