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The number of beaches classified as pristine or immaculate in Portugal has decreased compared to previous years.
Matosinhos Beach faces possible removal from the official list of bathing waters after persistent water pollution and associated public‑health risks. The beach was closed 18 times during the last bathing season; the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA) is awaiting the adoption of remedial measures and a final decision is expected in April. Local authorities warn that failure to address contamination could cost Matosinhos its bathing‑area designation and further restrict public access.
Portugal boasts more than 500 beaches that have been classified as having excellent water quality, offering a wide range of choices for beachgoers.
Authorities have lifted the swimming ban which was imposed at Albufeira’s INATEL and Pescadores beaches after water quality tests came back clean. The ban was put in place after a The post Swimming ban lifted at Albufeira beaches appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Local authorities warn that Matosinhos Beach may lose its official designation as a bathing area.
