Blue Flag Beaches in Calabria 2026
In Calabria, 27 municipalities have been awarded the Blue Flag in 2026 — the international FEE recognition for bathing water quality, amenities and environmental management. Here you'll find the full list with awarded beaches, services, accessibility, map and real-time sea temperature.
Calabria, the toe of Italy's boot, is flanked by two contrasting seas: the Tyrrhenian to the west, with sheltered bays and emerald water at Capo Vaticano and Tropea — one of Italy's most beautiful villages — and the Ionian to the east, with long flat sandy beaches and early-warming shallow water around Soverato and Riace. Calabrian Blue Flag beaches span both coasts and reflect the most significant improvement in bathing water quality of any southern Italian region over the past decade.
In 2026, Calabria has 27 Blue Flag municipalities across 5 provinces: about 11% of the 257 awarded in Italy. In 2025 there were 23: +4 this year.
Frequently asked questions
How many Blue Flag municipalities are there in Calabria in 2026?
In 2026, Calabria has 27 Blue Flag municipalities.
Which provinces of Calabria have Blue Flag beaches in 2026?
The provinces of Calabria with at least one Blue Flag beach in 2026 are: Catanzaro (5), Cosenza (13), Crotone (3), Reggio Calabria (4), Vibovalentia (2).
What is the Blue Flag?
The Blue Flag is the international award given every year by the FEE (Foundation for Environmental Education) to coastal destinations meeting criteria on bathing water quality, environmental management, safety and services.