# Italian seaside towns receive Blue Flag 2026

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italian-seaside-towns-receive-blue-flag-2026
> Updated: 2026-07-27T12:09:14.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

In June 2026, several Italian coastal towns were announced as recipients of the 2026 Blue Flag certifications, reflecting their adherence to strict environmental and safety standards for beaches and marinas. The following month, Lignano Sabbiadoro held a ceremony to receive its 37th consecutive Blue Flag, with local and regional officials highlighting the town’s consistently high water quality, waste management, sewage treatment, sustainable mobility, and environmental education efforts.

The awards underscore ongoing collaboration among municipal authorities, regional leaders, scientific institutes, and the tourism sector to maintain and promote sustainable coastal tourism across Italy.

## Timeline

### 2026-07-27: Lignano Sabbiadoro earns 37th consecutive Blue Flag for beaches and marina

Lignano Sabbiadoro in Italy received its 37th consecutive Blue Flag on 27 July 2026, recognizing top water quality and sustainable beach and marina management, praised by local and regional officials.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lignano-sabbiadoro-earns-37th-consecutive-blue-flag-for-beaches-and-marina

### 2026-06-29: Italian seaside towns awarded 2026 Blue Flag certifications

Fossacesia, Vico Equense and Sapri in Italy received 2026 Blue Flag awards, recognizing water quality, services and environmental stewardship along their coasts.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-seaside-towns-awarded-2026-blue-flag-certifications

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