Ministry Delighted with EU’s ‘Excellent Water Quality’ Listing

Ministry delighted with EU’s ‘excellent water quality’ listing

The European Commission’s first place listing for Cyprus’ ‘excellent’ bathing waters reflects the high level of environmental protection measures, the agriculture ministry said on Wednesday. “The quality of bathing water is inextricably linked to public health and the protection of the marine environment,” it added.   The ministry highlighted the significance of water quality for the tourism industry and the economy, emphasising that the “excell…

Cyprus and Greece Lead Europe in Bathing Water Quality

Greece is ranked second after Cyprus for its excellent quality bathing waters in Europe, according to the European Environment Agency. Photo of Glarocavos Lagoon in Halkidiki, northern Greece. Credit: Greek Reporter Cyprus and Greece have secured the top spots in the European Union for pristine bathing  water quality, comfortably outperforming the continental average, according to a newly released report. The European Environment Agency’s (EEA) …

Cyprus ranked first in EU for bathing‑water quality

Cyprus has been ranked first in the European Union for bathing‑water quality for the fourth consecutive year, according to results released by the European Commission. The Commission’s 2025 report found that all 123 monitored coastal sites in the Republic met the EU’s strictest standards, with 100% classified as “excellent.” Greece followed with 97.1% and Bulgaria with 96.9%. Authorities carried out monthly sampling from May to October 2025, alo…

Cyprus tops EU swimming water quality rankings for fourth consecutive year

The European Commission announced on 16 June 2026 the final results for the quality of bathing waters across the European Union. Swimming remains one of the most popular recreational activities in Europe. Annual assessments of EU bathing areas reflect the effectiveness of environmental protection measures and help citizens make informed decisions about safe and clean waters. According to this year’s European Commission report, Cyprus fully compl…