The province of Alicante has secured seven Blue Trail Flags for 2025.
The flags are distributed across six municipalities in different regions: Orihuela, Benidorm, Benissa, Calp, L’Alfàs del Pi, and La Vila Joiosa. These awards, granted by the Association for Environmental and Consumer Education (ADEAC), recognise efforts to enhance and preserve natural spaces.
In La Vega Baja, Orihuela retains its Blue Trail designation with the Cabo Roig Blue Trail, which spans 2.5 km along the coast from Cala Capitán to La Caleta de Orihuela. The trail features five scenic viewpoints and showcases geological formations such as cliffs and beaches, as well as cultural heritage landmarks like the 16th-century Cabo Roig Tower.
The Blue Trails programme is a national initiative aimed at recovering and improving trails and routes, transforming them into resources for environmental education and nature appreciation. These trails encourage environmental awareness and promote social change by highlighting the importance of preserving natural and cultural heritage. They also serve as spaces for recreational, sporting, tourism, and leisure activities.
This year, Spain has awarded 154 Blue Trail Flags. Of these, the Valencian Community received 26, with Alicante claiming seven, Castellón ten, and Valencia nine.