Marbella keeps two dog-friendly beaches open during the bathing season

Marbella will continue to offer two specific beach areas this summer where residents and visitors can enjoy the coast with their dogs during the official bathing season.

The authorised spaces are located at El Pinillo beach, in Marbella, and Ventura del Mar beach, in San Pedro Alcántara. Both sections are clearly marked and designated for this use, allowing pet owners to access the coastline with their animals while protecting the comfort of other beach users.

Two dog-friendly beaches in Marbella and San Pedro Alcántara

Marbella Town Hall has highlighted that these areas help different types of beachgoers coexist during the busiest months of the year.

Dog owners have dedicated spaces where they can go with their pets, while the rest of the coastline maintains its usual bathing and leisure conditions for visitors who prefer beaches without animals.

The measure is designed to promote orderly use of the coast, especially in summer, when the number of people using Marbella’s beaches increases significantly.

Access limited during the bathing season

In general, dogs are not allowed on Marbella’s beaches during the official bathing season, which runs from 1 June to 15 October, or during Easter Week.

Outside the authorised areas, animals are restricted from accessing the coastline during these periods, except in cases included in the municipal regulations. These exceptions include rescue and assistance dogs, as well as guide dogs and support animals for people with disabilities or special needs.

Responsible use of dog-friendly beaches

The Town Hall has appealed to pet owners to use these spaces responsibly. Respecting the signs, staying within the authorised sections and keeping the area clean are essential to ensuring that dog-friendly beaches can continue operating properly.

📍 Authorised beaches: El Pinillo and Ventura del Mar.
🐶 Use: dog access in signposted areas.
📅 Regulated season: 1 June to 15 October and Easter Week.
🚫 Rest of the coastline: dogs restricted during the bathing season.
♿ Exceptions: assistance, rescue and support dogs.
🌊 Aim: coexistence between beachgoers, families and pet owners.

The information comes from the article published by Marbella Directo and from the official announcement by Marbella Town Hall.