Four Marbella beaches have received UNE 170001-2:2007 certification, according to Marbella City Hall. The council says the certification covers El Faro, La Bajadilla, Puerto Banús and San Pedro Alcántara and relates to a management system for universal accessibility.
At a glance
- Four named beaches have received the certification.
- Marbella says nine beaches have shaded areas and adapted support.
- Assisted bathing can be requested from anywhere along the municipal coastline.
What the certification covers
The certificate concerns how accessibility is managed, not a guarantee that every beach feature is identical.
According to the council, UNE 170001-2:2007 is a standard for universal-accessibility management. It assesses the planning, organisation and procedures intended to identify and remove barriers, respond to incidents and improve services. The announcement does not set out an independent inspection report or a beach-by-beach list of facilities, so readers should check the available support at their chosen beach before travelling.
What readers should know
Residents and visitors can ask the municipal assisted-bathing coordination service for help entering the water.
Marbella City Hall says the service can be requested from any point between Las Chapas and San Pedro Alcántara. The municipality also says nine beaches have shaded areas and adapted assistance, with equipment including accessible walkways, adapted toilets and showers, shade, and support for assisted bathing at some locations. Availability can vary by beach and conditions, so the council is the source to consult for current arrangements.
Why this matters in Marbella
The update gives people with reduced mobility clearer information about where to seek support for a beach visit.
For English-speaking residents and visitors, the practical takeaway is that the four named beaches have joined the council’s accessibility-management programme, while support may be requested elsewhere on the coastline. The summer safety and first-aid operation runs until 30 September, the council says. This is a municipal announcement; Marbella Daily has not independently assessed individual facilities or service response times.
Last checked 22 August 2026. Source: Marbella City Hall.
