Bathing Water Index

European Bathing Water Quality Index

Official annual EEA bathing water classifications, site by site, with history and regional context. The first release covers Greece and Croatia.

This is an annual classification of microbiological water quality, not a real-time safety assessment. Check local signage and authorities before swimming.

Read how the classifications work and what they do not tell you

2773

designated sites covered

97.5%

rated Excellent in Greece

96.8%

rated Excellent in Croatia

2025

latest assessed season

Countries

Region pages

Data version of October 31, 2026