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Marbella has introduced strict new rules for the beach, and there are heavy fines for those who do not comply. Beachgoers should know this before they head to the sun, sea, and sand.
Urinating in the sea will now carry a fine of up to €750 as part of a broader ordinance aimed at regulating beach activities. According to sources, the measure was approved initially in a meeting of the council and is now under review by public opinion before its final implementation. Article 67 classifies “physiological evacuation in the sea or on the beach” as a minor offence, punishable by a fine of up to €750. The method of identifying offenders is unclear, aside from the look of relief that they display. This rule is in line with existing regulations in the Malaga Province, where urinating on the beach or in the sea has been prohibited since 2004, carrying a fine of up to €300. It seems that this rule applies to children as well.
Marbella has also banned other beach activities. In accordance with the existing Malaga Province bylaws on the Use and enjoyment of Beaches, it is prohibited to play a ball and bat or engage in any other game or activity that may disturb other beachgoers during the summer. This applies both on the sand as well as the water. In the event that their actions cause others to be disturbed, offenders may face fines. If the noise levels are exceeded, loud music will be prohibited.
Marbella beach rules also apply to your four-legged friend
Owners of pets are also subject to restrictions. Bringing domestic animals to non-pet-friendly beaches is considered a minor violation, with fines ranging from €300 to €3,000. Other prohibited activities are camping, using shampoo or soap in the ocean, and unauthorised street vendors, including selling food, drinks or snacks.
It is against the law to reserve a space on a beach with parasols or tents that are not supervised. This restricts access for other beachgoers. Fines range from €100 to €750, and any unattended items may be removed, with additional costs for retrieval.
Ordinance categorizes violations into minor and serious. Minor infractions carry fines of up to €300, while serious offences, such as lighting bonfires, hosting barbecues, dumping hazardous materials, or mooring boats in areas where it is not permitted, can result in penalties of up to €3,000. Repeated minor infractions can lead to higher fines.
Marbella beach rules – keep covered when coming off the beach
In public spaces, other than on the beach such as shops, streets or marinas (such a street), public nudity or semi-nudity is not permitted. Swimwear is permitted on the beach and at beach clubs but not in urban areas like Puerto Banús or Marbella’s old town.
Fines can go up to €750, with offenders receiving a warning from local police at first, and failure to comply resulting in a formal record and fine.
Marbella’s new regulations follow a trend of Spanish coastal cities enforcing stricter rules for maintaining cleanliness and order at their beaches.
