The province of Málaga gains five new Blue Flag beaches, reaching a total of 45

The province of Malaga continues to grow in 2025, with the number of beaches awarded Blue Flag status this summer season rising to 45. Malaga has gone from 41 beaches with this distinction in 2024 to 45 in 2025 following the addition of five new beaches: Carvajal (Benalmádena), Los Monteros (Marbella), Calahonda (Mijas), La Carihuela (Torremolinos) and Las Dunas (Torrox), while the beach of Torrebermeja-Santa Ana, located in Benalmádena, loses the distinction.

Andalusia also continues its rise, reaching 138, eight more than last summer in 2024, when it had 130. In this regard, after the five added by the Valencian Community, Andalusia is now only five ‘blue flags’ away from joining the beaches of Alicante, Valencia and Castellón on the podium.

In total, nine beaches in Andalusia have been awarded the Blue Flag in this edition. In addition to those mentioned in Malaga, the only province to lose any of its blue beaches, Cadiz and Almeria have also increased their number, with one and three new ones respectively. These are the beaches of Pozo del Esparto and Quitapellejos, in Cuevas del Almanzora, and El Descargador beach, in Mojácar. In Cadiz, the beach of Puerto de Sotogrande, in San Roque.

Carvajal Beach (Benalmádena)

Located at the edge of the municipality of Fuengirola, Carvajal beach is characterised by its dark sand and calm waters. This urban beach, which was awarded a Blue Flag some time ago, has all the necessary services, making it an ideal place to visit with the whole family. In the area, there is a top-class seafood restaurant, Los Marinos José, and a highly recommended beach bar, La Cubana.

Los Monteros Beach (Marbella)

Located to the east of the municipality of Marbella, in one of the most exclusive residential areas of the town, it is one of the quietest beaches in the municipality. It stretches for 450 metres and is made up of fine golden sand. Thanks to its calm waters, it is perfect for enjoying a swim, even for the little ones, thanks to its shallow waters and the lack of waves.

Calahonda Beach (Mijas)

Calahonda Beach is located at the western end of the Malaga municipality of Mijas. It is a semi-urban sandy area 4,400 metres long and about 20 metres wide on average. It is very popular and is characterised by its golden sand, crystal-clear waters and moderate waves. The beach does not have a promenade, but it does have many other amenities that make it an ideal place for a great day at the beach with the whole family.

La Carihuela Beach (Torremolinos)

With a length of 2,100 metres and an average width of 40 metres, La Carihuela Beach is considered the longest beach in Torremolinos. Its volcanic origin gives the sand a dark colour, while the tide is usually calm. Despite being located in what is now considered the cosmopolitan area of the town, La Carihuela beach still retains the charm of what was once a typical Andalusian village. Its name comes from the old fishing district that used to be located in this area.

Las Dunas Beach (Torrox)

All Blue Flag beaches in the province of Malaga by municipality

Algarrobo

• Algarrobo Costa

Benalmádena

• Carvajal
• Fuente de la Salud

Casares

• Ancha

Fuengirola

• Boliches-Gaviotas
• Carvajal
• Castilo-Ejdo
• Fuengirola

Malaga

• Caleta
• El Dedo
• El Palo
  
• Malagueta
• Misercora
• Pedregalejo
• San Andrés

Manilva

• Sabinillas

Marbella

• Cabopino
• Casablanca
• El Cable
• El Faro
• La Fontanila
• Nagüeles
• Puerto Banús-Levante
• Los Monteros (Adelfa)
• San Pedro de Alcántara (Guadalmina)
• Venus-Bajadilla

Mijas

• Calahonda (Royal Beach - La Luna)
• Calahonda (Riviera)
• El Bombo
• El Chaparral
• La Cala

Nerja

• Burriana
• Maro
• Playazo - Chucho
• Torrecilla

Torremolinos

• El Bajondillo
• La Carihuela-Montemar
• Los Álamos
• Playamar

Torrox

• Cenicero-Las Dunas
• El Morche
• Ferrara
  

Vélez-Málaga

• Benajrate
• La Caleta (Paseo)
• Torre del Mar (Paseo Marítimo)

*Beaches to be added in 2025 are shown in bold.