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Alicante’s beaches: lifeguards, flags and rules
The council’s beach ordinance bans bathing under a red flag and animals in bathing season; the main beaches have lifeguards from 1 June to 15 September.
- Why it matters
- Tells you when lifeguards are on duty and which rules apply.
- When
- You plan to swim.
- Official page
- Alicante da inicio a la temporada alta en las playas
- Last checked
- 25 Oct 2026
In the guide: the 4 steps, the 2 offices with addresses and hours, and tips and what to watch for, with every official source.