Sicily 2025: 14 Blue Flags among beaches and tourist landings
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In 2025 Sicily was confirmed as one of the most virtuous Italian regions for the quality of its waters and beach services, obtaining no fewer than 14 Blue Flags awarded by the Foundation for Environmental Education. Awarded are both coastal resorts and tourist landings, a symbol of commitment to environmental sustainability and land development. The two new entries of the year are Messina and Nizza di Sicilia, joining already recognized beaches such as those of Marina di Ragusa, Menfi, Taormina, Pozzallo, Scicli and many others. The province of Messina leads the regional ranking with nine award-winning beaches. Also reconfirmed are Capo d'Orlando Marina and Marina del Nettuno, excelling in the environmental management of tourist landings. One more reason to choose Sicily as a beach vacation destination under the banner of quality and sustainability.
Blue Flags 2025: Sicily increasingly sustainable
Also for 2025, Sicily confirms its commitment to environmental quality with 14 localities awarded the Blue Flag, an international recognition given by the FEE - Foundation for Environmental Education. The title is awarded not only for clean water, but also for excellence in services, safety, environmental education and land management. This year's new entries are Messina and Nizza di Sicilia, bringing the number of award-winning beaches in the province of Messina to nine.
All the award-winning beaches: from Messina to Ragusa and Agrigento
In addition to the two new entries, the following are confirmed in the province of Messina: Roccalumera, Alì Terme, Furci Siculo, Santa Teresa di Riva, Taormina, Letojanni and Lampare Beach in Tusa. The province of Ragusa maintains recognition for Marina di Modica, Raganzino in Pozzallo, Scicli and Marina di Ragusa. Menfi, in the province of Agrigento, also retains its Blue Flag. These are locations that combine scenic beauty, careful management of natural resources and services up to international standards.
Tourist landings of excellence: sustainable ports in Messina and Capo d'Orlando
Not just beaches: among the 84 Italian marinas honored in 2025, Sicily shines with two facilities from Messina. Marina del Nettuno Marina, which also gets a mention for good environmental practices, and Capo d'Orlando Marina were reconfirmed. Two landings that symbolize conscious nautical tourism, which integrates quality hospitality and respect for the marine environment. A complete offer for those who choose to explore Sicily also by sea.
