Criteria of the Programme
Cleanliness of sea and beach
- Excellent bathing water quality that is verified by regular sampling carried out throughout the bathing season (1/6-31/10), according to the European Directive 2006/7/EC. The Special Secretariat for Water of the Ministry of Environment and Energy is responsible for implementing the “Bathing Water Monitoring Programme”.
- No disposal of industrial and urban effluents close to the beach, without proper treatment.
- Sufficient rubbish bins, which are emptied at regular intervals, as well as regular removal of all waste from the beach.
Beach facilities and visitor safety
- Information for the public about bathing water quality, regularly updated.
- Εmergency plans to cope with a pollution accident, including immediate notification of the public.
- Prohibition of automobile and motorcycle access to the beach.
- Prohibition of free camping.
- Sufficient toilet facilities, with a controlled system of waste disposal.
- Trained lifeguards on duty, or immediate access to lifesaving and first-aid equipment and a telephone in case of an emergency.
- Care and facilities for people with disabilities.
- Ensuring that unattended pets do not have access to the beach.
Protection of nature and environmental awareness
- Printed information and code of conduct for the beach and surrounding areas with sensitive natural environment, flora or fauna.
- Activities that promote awareness of the natural environment of the beach and the need to protect it.
For more info: Beach-Criteria-and-Explanatory-Notes-2019.pdf
