Blue Flags 2026 in Tuscany: overview

In 2026 Tuscany counts 20 Blue Flags, a sign of good water quality and solid coastal services. The awarded locations span five coastal provinces and include varied seascapes: sandy beaches, pinewoods, promontories and lagoons. The main new entry is Monte Argentario.

Awarded locations by province

• Province of Massa-Carrara
  • Marina di Carrara (Center-West)
  • Marina di Massa, Ricortola
• Province of Lucca (Versilia)
  • Forte dei Marmi
  • Pietrasanta (La Versiliana, Tonfano)
  • Camaiore (Lido di Camaiore)
  • Viareggio (West/East, Torre del Lago Puccini)
• Province of Pisa
  • Calambrone / Tirrenia
  • Marina di Pisa
• Province of Livorno
  • Livorno (Bagni Rex, Cala Quercianella, Parco Marina del Boccale, Rogiolo, Bagni Roma)
  • Rosignano Marittimo (Castiglioncello, La Mazzanta)
  • Cecina (Le Gorette, Marina di Cecina)
  • Bibbona (Marina di Bibbona center-south)
  • Castagneto Carducci (Marina)
  • San Vincenzo (Rimigliano, Spiaggia della Principessa, Conchiglia)
  • Piombino (Parco Naturale della Sterpaia)
  • Elba Island - Marciana Marina (La Fenicia, Re di Noce, La Marina)
• Province of Grosseto (Maremma)
  • Follonica (North and South)
  • Castiglione della Pescaia (various shores: Levante, Tombolo, Rocchette)
  • Grosseto (Marina di Grosseto, Principina a Mare)
  • Monte Argentario (Cala Galera, Feniglia, Pozzarello)
  • Orbetello (Fertilia, Osa-Albegna, Giannella, Tagliata, Feniglia Center)

Where to go depending on the trip

Choose according to the holiday style:

• Convenient stays with full services: Versilia, Tirrenia, Marina di Cecina.
• Natural landscapes and photography: Monte Argentario, Piombino, San Vincenzo, Castiglione della Pescaia.
• Slow travel mixing beaches and villages: Castiglioncello, Orbetello, Marciana Marina.

Best time to visit

The best periods for Blue Flag beaches in Tuscany are June, early July and September, when weather is pleasant and crowds are smaller than peak summer months.

Practical tips

• Book early for stays in Versilia, Castiglione della Pescaia or Monte Argentario during high season.
• Families should opt for wide, equipped beaches like Marina di Cecina, Marina di Grosseto, Tirrenia or Marina di Bibbona.
• Check access points and parking in advance: spots can fill up quickly on summer weekends.
• Combine beach time with nature trails and nearby historic towns to enrich the visit.

FAQ

• How many Blue Flags 2026 in Tuscany? There are 20 awarded locations.
• Which province has the most Blue Flags? The province of Livorno hosts the highest number of flagged sites.
• What's new for 2026? Monte Argentario appears among the Blue Flag locations.
• When to go to avoid crowds? June and September are the best months for fewer visitors and comfortable temperatures.