Blue Flag Beaches in Puglia 2026
In Puglia, 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.
Puglia (Apulia) stretches along more than 800 km of Adriatic and Ionian coastline, offering dramatically varied scenery: the white limestone cliffs at Polignano a Mare and Castro, the protected coves of the Gargano National Park, and the turquoise white-sand flats of the southern Salento — nicknamed the 'Maldives of Italy'. Blue Flag beaches span the entire regional coastline, with FEE bathing-water certification consistently among the highest proportions in Italy.
In 2026, Puglia has 27 Blue Flag municipalities across 6 provinces: about 11% of the 257 awarded in Italy. Unchanged from 2025.
Frequently asked questions
How many Blue Flag municipalities are there in Puglia in 2026?
In 2026, Puglia has 27 Blue Flag municipalities.
Which provinces of Puglia have Blue Flag beaches in 2026?
The provinces of Puglia with at least one Blue Flag beach in 2026 are: Bari (2), Barletta-Andria-Trani (2), Brindisi (3), Foggia (5), Lecce (9), Taranto (6).
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.