City Council Calp has reaffirmed its commitment to public health and environmental protection by maintaining the smoking ban along almost its entire coastline, a measure established in the Municipal Ordinance on the use and management of the coastline, amended in June 2025This regulation declares the beaches and coves in the municipality designated as "Smoke-Free Beaches," in order to prevent cigarette butts from polluting the sea and its surroundings. The ban, which has been in effect since August 03th, 2026It seeks to reduce waste and promote a healthy environment for all users.
Two designated smoking areas on the busiest beaches
The smoking ban extends to all coves and sandy beaches within the municipality of CalpHowever, two exceptions have been established on the most crowded beaches: one on the beach of the pit, located near the Mediterrani square, and another in the Arenal-Bol, opposite Columbus Square.
Smoking is permitted in these two specific areas. However, the use of reusable ashtrays is mandatory and can be obtained free of charge from the offices of of the municipality. This measure aims to ensure that cigarette butts do not end up in the sand, thus protecting the coastal environment.
The environmental impact of cigarette butts
City Council Calp He reminded everyone that cigarette butts are one of the waste most pollutants present on the coast, representing approximately 15 % of the waste collected on the beaches. This waste not only poses a risk to the environment, but also to marine life.
The Councillor for the Environment of the City Council of CalpPere Moll points out that "cigarette butts are one of the main sources of pollution in our marine and coastal ecosystems, since a single cigarette butt pollutes on average 100 liters of seawaterTherefore, this measure will help reduce its negative impact."
Commitment to health and a sustainable coastline
The initiative Calp The journey towards a "smoke-free" coastline began with its joining the Smoke-Free Beaches Network of the Valencian Regional Government's Ministry of Health. At that time, smoke-free areas were established on the beaches of Arenal-Bol, the pit y Cantal RoigWith the entry into force of the municipal ordinance, the municipality has taken an additional step in its strategy to protect the coastline.
The Councillor for Health Prevention, Itziar Doval, emphasized that "this action not only seeks to reduce the environmental impact of cigarette butts, but also to protect the health of beachgoers. We want to have healthy environments where everyone can enjoy the surroundings without putting their health at risk."
