- Scope of Regulation:
- The regulations, effective from February 16, cover beach and sea activities within Malaga province, encompassing the Costa del Sol.
- The framework applies to various categories of watercraft and activities, including recreational craft, floating or beach craft, self-propelled pleasure craft, and towed beach craft.
- Recreational Craft:
- Private and commercial recreational craft must comply with national legislation, including mandatory civil liability insurance.
- Buoys demarcate the bathing area, extending up to 200 meters from the shore.
- Offshore Navigation Limits:
- Canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and pedal boats have specified offshore limits depending on rental status and supervision.
- Restrictions vary, from 50 to 500 meters from the coast, with jet skis limited to a maximum of one nautical mile.
- Inflatables and Rowing:
- Inflatables and towed inflatables are restricted to daylight hours, good weather, and high visibility conditions.
- Rowing is permitted within one nautical mile of the coast under specified weather and sea conditions.
- Safety Caution:
- Watercraft users are urged to exercise caution, maintain a minimum distance from swimmers, and refrain from reckless behavior.
- Mooring to buoy lines marking bathing areas is prohibited without authorization.
- Port Regulations:
- Speed restrictions apply within ports, with exceptions for rowing boats.
- Mechanical propulsion is generally required in port areas, except in cases of emergency.
- Anchoring and Restricted Zones:
- Anchoring in bathing areas, port mouths, and approach channels is strictly prohibited.
- Specific channels are designated for sea access, particularly near rental areas.
- Activities in Designated Zones:
- Activities such as surfing have designated zones marked by buoys and regulated rescue systems.
- Parasailing and other similar activities have specific safety protocols and distance requirements from bathers and other vessels.
- Regulations for Jet Skis:
- Jet ski operation is subject to minimum safety distances from vessels and bathing areas.
- Rented jet skis have additional operational conditions.
- Regulations for Motor Boats:
- Motor boats below a certain size and power capacity have restrictions on offshore navigation.
- Rented boats have specific operational limits and safety requirements.
- Life Jacket Requirements:
- Mandatory life jacket usage is enforced for various water activities, including windsurfing and paddleboarding.
- Rules for Inflatable Water Parks:
- Life jackets are compulsory for users, with age restrictions and supervision requirements.
- Open Water Swimming:
- Open water swimming is permitted outside designated bathing areas, with compulsory safety equipment.
- Regulatory Details and Emergency Contacts:
- The regulations encompass seasonal services and discharge prohibitions.
- Important emergency contact numbers are provided for maritime incidents.
- In the event of a maritime emergency, call the Centro Zona de Coordinación y Salvamento Marítimo 900-202-202
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