Tenerife warns UK tourists they face an 'indefinite' ban on island

Holidaymakers heading to Spain have been warned as swimming at an iconic Tenerife beach is banned INDEFINITELY after contamination. One of the prettiest beaches in Tenerife banned swimming indefinitely, it has been warned.

Warnings have been put up after a contamination with wastewater was detected in the sea. The indefinite ban on bathing at Playa Jardin in Puerto de la Cruz comes after wastewater pollution - impacting Brits heading abroad on holiday.

Puerto de la Cruz council said: "There is epidemiological evidence that this situation can cause gastrointestinal symptoms due to ingestion of water, as well as other types of conditions such as acute respiratory infections and infections of the ears, eyes, nasal passages and skin.

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"This decision will be extended indefinitely and is a measure in response to the decline in water quality that has been occurring at least since 2016 in the Playa Jardín area and, above all, in this last year 2024."

Marco González, the mayor of Puerto, warned the issue could only be sorted "if all administrations prioritise the actions that are already not only planned but also have the necessary financing." The Tenerife visitor page says: "The beach is one of the most famous beaches in the region, and was designed in the 1990s by the famous Canarian artist, César Manrique, created to guarantee rest and relaxation for its visitors."

"Playa Jardín beach is an urban black sand beach divided into three sections, Castillo beach, Charcón beach and Punta Brava beach. There is a lateral breakwater to protect bathers from high waves but there are still open areas for those wanting to surf.

"The promenade connects the beach with gardens, children’s playgrounds, terraces and cafeterias and a stage where concerts frequently take place. Additionally there is sunbed and parasol hire, showers, changing rooms and access for those with reduced mobility."