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Greece Claims Top Spot with 624 Blue Flag Beaches, Crete Leads

Monday, 22 June 2026/Source: Haniotika Nea/1 min read

Greece has claimed the top spot globally in Blue Flag beach awards, earning 624 flags in total. Crete leads all Greek regions with 154 Blue Flag-certified beaches, making it the island with the highest concentration of award-winning coastline in the country. The Blue Flag is an internationally recognized eco-label awarded to beaches, marinas, and tourist boats that meet strict standards for water quality, environmental management, safety, and visitor services. Flags are assessed and renewed annually by the Foundation for Environmental Education. For visitors, a Blue Flag beach guarantees clean, tested water, lifeguard presence, accessible facilities, and well-maintained surroundings. Travelers planning beach days in Crete can look for the Blue Flag symbol as a reliable indicator of quality and safety across the island's northern and southern coasts.

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