13 beaches and bays given Blue Flag status

Ten sites in Malta and three in Gozo were certified

Thirteen beaches and bays across the country have been granted Blue Flag status, an international eco-label recognising beach cleanliness, accessibility, safety and education standards.

Two of the beaches listed are private beaches. 

The Tourism Ministry announced the list Saturday following a visit to Golden Bay by ministry officials this week.

Malta's Blue Flag beaches are:

  1. Mellieħa Bay
  2. Golden Bay
  3. Paradise Bay Resort Hotel beach, Mellieħa (privately-run beach)
  4. Għajn Tuffieħa
  5. Ħondoq Bay
  6. Fond Għadir
  7. Fajtata Bay
  8. St George’s Bay
  9. The Westin Dragonara Resort beach (privately-run beach)
  10. Buġibba Perched Beach
  11. Qawra Point
  12. Ramla Bay
  13. Marsalforn

Speaking at Golden Bay, Tourism Minister Ian Borg said the certification was "more than just a symbol - it reflects our deep-rooted commitment to preserving the natural beauty of our coastal areas".

The visit also saw a rescued turtle released back into the wild after spending almost a year at the Nature Trust Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre.

A map of Blue Flag sites across the world may be found here.

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