Benidorm launches seabed clean-up « Euro Weekly News
Around 15 volunteers have joined forces in Benidorm to remove rubbish from the seabed, as the Costa Blanca resort steps up efforts to protect its marine environment.
The two-day initiative, organised by Benidorm City Council’s Environment Department, focused on underwater areas around Rincón de Loix and the town’s port, with local nautical and diving organisations lending their support.
The campaign aimed to remove waste from the bay and help preserve the coastal waters that attract residents, tourists and marine wildlife throughout the year.
Volunteers target underwater rubbish
The first clean-up took place on Saturday, October 18, when volunteers headed into the waters around Rincón de Loix and the port to collect rubbish from the seabed.
A second session was scheduled for Sunday, October 19, concentrating on the waters surrounding the port to continue the work.
Around 15 volunteers took part in the initiative, helping to tackle underwater waste in areas that are difficult to access without specialist diving equipment.
Removing rubbish from the seabed is an important part of protecting marine ecosystems. Discarded items can pose a danger to marine animals, while waste accumulating underwater can damage habitats and affect the condition of coastal waters.
The clean-up also highlighted the contribution that local volunteers and specialist organisations can make to environmental protection through practical action.
Local organisations join forces
Several organisations collaborated with the council to deliver the campaign, including the Club Náutico, Benidorm Marine, Benidorm Diving Sones dive centre and the Buceo por el Medio Ambiente association.
Their involvement brought together members of the local nautical and diving community, whose knowledge of the sea and underwater environments can help support conservation efforts.
The initiative forms part of the town’s wider commitment to looking after its marine surroundings, with the Mediterranean coastline playing a central role in Benidorm’s appeal as a holiday destination.
The resort is well known for its beaches and watersports, making the condition of its coastal waters important for both the local environment and the tourism industry.
Protecting the Costa Blanca coastline
Marine litter remains a challenge for coastal communities, with rubbish entering the sea from a variety of sources and potentially remaining underwater long after it has been discarded.
Organised seabed clean-ups offer a practical way to remove some of this waste while bringing attention to the importance of preventing litter from reaching the water in the first place.
By working alongside local diving groups and nautical organisations, Benidorm City Council has encouraged community participation in protecting the bay.
The weekend operation focused on clearing underwater rubbish, helping to safeguard the Mediterranean environment for marine life and the people who live in and visit the Costa Blanca resort.
