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Flag Beaches | Blue Flag Marinas
The Blue Flag Campaign started in 1987 and today, you can find
the Blue Flag at beaches and marinas in 18 countries in Europe.
The Blue Flag Campaign has aimed to improve the understanding and
appreciation of the coastal environment and promote the incorporation
of environmental concerns in decision-making. The Campaign is a
private initiative under the Foundation for Environmental Education
in Europe (FEEE) and is operated in each country by the national
FEEE-member organisation.
The Campaign gives an award - the Blue Flag - on the basis of
criteria on:
- Environmental education and information
(e.g. information on bathing water quality and the local environment,
tours and activities that raise awareness)
- Environmental management
(e.g. waste, nature protection, sewage treatment)
- Water quality
(for beaches clean bathing water of a specified
quality)
- Safety and services
(e.g. lifesaving equipment, toilet facilities, first aid)
The European Commission
The European Commission - and in particular DGXI - has since the
start been involved in the Campaign. The Commission supports especially
the multi-layer approach: protection and preservation but also education
and awareness, clean and safe water but also integrated and sustainable
coastal management. DGXI is a member of the European Blue Flag Jury
and provides financial support to the Campaign.
Detailed information on participating organizations and the criteria
to be met for blue flag consideration can be found at www.blueflag.org.
Here is a list of the Blue Flag Beaches
in Andalucia and the Blue Flag Marinas
in Andalucia.
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