Criteria for obtaining the Green Flag
In order to be awarded the Bandiera Verde, a beach must meet several important conditions:
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A gradual entrance to the sea that allows safe swimming even for the youngest children.
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A fine sandy surface, ideal for playing and building forts.
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Floats, i.e. a lifeguard service that ensures maximum safety.
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Availability of playgrounds and activities to keep children entertained.
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Plenty of shade and amenities such as umbrellas, showers and toilets.
So, in addition to the normal cleanliness requirements, it must meet other criteria: the beach must be sandy and wide enough, with a gradual entry into the water, and supervised by a lifeguard.and first aid, larger umbrella spacing, restaurants/pizzerias within easy reach, ice cream and a playground.
Where can we find Green Flag beaches?
There are hundreds of Green Flag beaches in Italy. The most famous destinations are the regions of Tuscany, Emilia-Romagna, Calabria and Sardinia.
The resorts of Rimini, San Benedetto del Tronto or Viareggio, for example, are popular locations for families with children, as they offer not only ideal swimming conditions but also plenty of attractions for children.
Why choose a Green Flag beach?
Green Flag beaches are designed to provide families with comfort and safety. They offer quality infrastructure and are the ideal choice for holidays with young children.
Each year the list of award-winning beaches is updated, making it easier for parents to choose the ideal destination for a summer seaside break.
List of Italian beaches that have been awarded the Green Flag (Bandiera Verde)
Friuli Venezia Giulia: Grado (Gorizia) and Lignano Sabbiadoro
Veneto: Caorle, Lido di Venezia, Cavallino Treporti, Jesolo- Jesolo Pineta, Chioggia-Sottomarina, Bibione - San Michele al Tagliamento
Abruzzo:alba Adriatica, Giulianova, Montesilvano, Spiaggia dei Saraceni-Ortona, Pescara, Pineto-Torre Cerrano, Roseto degli Abruzzi, Silvi Marina, Tortoreto, Vasto Marina
Basilicata: Maratea and Marina di Pisticci
Calabria: Bianco, Bova Marina, Bovalino, Capo Vaticano, Cariati, Cirò Marina-Punta Alice, Isola di Capo Rizzuto, Locri, Melissa-Torre Melissa, Mirto Crosia-Pietrapaola, Nicotera, Palmi, Praia a Mare, Roccella Jonica , Santa Caterina dello Jonio Marina, Siderno, Soverato, Squillace
Campania: Agropoli-Lungomare San Marco, Trentova
Emilia Romagna: Bellaria-Igea Marina, Cattolica, Cervia-Milano Marittima-Pinarella , Cesenatico, Gatteo-Gatteo Mare, Misano Adriatico, Rimini, Riccione, Ravenna-Lidi Ravennati, San Mauro Pascoli-San Mauro Mare
Toscana: Bibbona, Camaiore - Lido Arlecchino - Matteotti, Castiglione della Pescaia, Follonica, Forte dei Marmi, Marina di Grosseto, Principina a Mare, Pietrasanta - Tonfano, Foccette, Monte Argentario - Cala Piccola - Porto Ercole, Porto Santo Stefano (Cantoniera - Moletto - Caletta), Santa Liberata (Bagni Domiziano - Soda - Pozzarello) , San Vincenzo , Viareggio, Pisa - Marina di Pisa, Calambrone, Tirrenia
