These are the Andalusian beaches where smoking will be banned by 2025.

As concerns about climate change, marine pollution, and public health grow, smoke-free spaces are gaining prominence along the Andalusian coast. Tobacco-free beaches not only seek to reduce the impact of cigarette butts—the most common type of litter on beaches—but also to create safer environments for children, people with respiratory problems, and all bathers. This initiative, although still limited in legal scope, marks a growing trend toward cleaner and more responsible leisure activities.

To this end, more than 50 Andalusian beaches have been declared smoke-free. Below, we show you which provinces are participating in this initiative and which beaches already have this measure in place.

The province of Cádiz tops the list with 24 smoke-free beaches . Tourist areas such as Zahara de los Atunes, Caños de Meca, and Bolonia stand out. Municipalities such as Tarifa, Conil, and Sanlúcar de Barrameda have taken firm measures, although the lack of restrictions in the Cádiz capital is still surprising.

With 18 smoke-free beaches, Málaga has established itself as one of the most active provinces in the campaign. Municipalities such as Marbella, Mijas, and Torrox have designated specific zones, primarily in family-friendly areas or areas of high ecological value, such as Playa de la Cala and Playa del Faro.

In Almería, nine beaches have adopted this measure. From Vera Playa to San José, passing through Adra and Cuevas de Almanzora , the province is committed to protecting its coasts from the environmental impact of tobacco, especially in small coves with significant scenic value.

Huelva has four smoke-free beaches , spread across Isla Cristina, Ayamonte, Punta Umbría, and Lepe . Although the number is small, the municipalities have been clear in their signage and environmental awareness.

Granada has only one smoke-free beach: Playa Granada, in Motril. Córdoba , despite not having a coastline, has added a smoke-free inland beach: Embalse de la Breña II in Almodóvar del Río , an example of how this measure can also be extended to inland recreational areas.