Platja del Marjal, Blue Flag beach in Alcanar, Spain.
Platja del Marjal is a wide sandy beach along the Mediterranean coast stretching about 3 kilometers. The shore is approximately 30 meters wide with a gradual slope that makes it accessible for different types of visitors.
Human presence in this coastal area extends back thousands of years, as shown by archaeological remains found near the shore. Modern beach development and tourism grew significantly from the second half of the 20th century onward.
The beach serves as a gathering place for locals throughout the year, where daily routines of swimming and social visits are part of community life. Restaurants and bars along the shore reflect how people here connect food, sea, and leisure together.
The beach has showers, restrooms, and parking areas with multiple entry points spread along the entire shoreline. Facilities are designed to accommodate day visitors as well as those interested in water activities.
The beach holds a Blue Flag certification, awarded for water quality and environmental management standards that are checked annually. This recognition indicates that the water meets strict cleanliness and safety criteria.
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