Beach Quality Control

Benidorm is synonymous with high-quality beaches, with a continuous commitment to the sustainable management of its environment. Through a rigorous system of control and maintenance, the city ensures the cleanliness and safety of the water, sand, and foot showers, offering residents and visitors an optimal beach experience.

💧 Water and Sand Quality Control

Since 1985, Benidorm has had a Municipal Laboratory dedicated to analysing water and sand, ensuring their quality throughout the year. This monitoring is carried out through regular sampling at points established by the Valencian Regional Government:

📌 Sampling frequency: weekly in summer and fortnightly for the rest of the year.
📌 Monitored parameters: water quality, sand hygiene, and foot shower operation.
📌 Applied technology: sensors in foot showers to optimise water use and ensure efficiency.

🧹 Beach Cleaning and Maintenance

Benidorm’s comprehensive beach cleaning and maintenance service operates 365 days a year, ensuring that beaches remain in optimal condition:

🗑️ Waste collection: 540 tonnes annually.
🛠️ Manual cleaning: from 07:00 to 13:30.
🚜 Mechanical cleaning: using sand-sifting machines at night, from 22:30 to 04:50.

🌱 Commitment to Sustainability

Benidorm applies an intelligent management model for its beaches, focusing on efficiency and reducing environmental impact. One example is the monitoring of Posidonia oceanica, a crucial underwater plant for the marine ecosystem, whose conservation is supervised through the POSIMED project by the Institute of Coastal Ecology.

🏆 Quality Certifications Obtained:

✔️ ISO 9001:2015 – Quality management.
✔️ ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental management.
✔️ ISO 13009:2016 – Requirements for beach management (Q for tourism quality).
✔️ UNE 170001 – Universal accessibility.
✔️ EMAS – European eco-management certification.

Through these initiatives, Benidorm reinforces its position as a leader in sustainable beach management, ensuring a clean, accessible, and safe environment for everyone🌍