The least polluted cities in Spain

Summer is that time of year when we most want to go out of the house, be outdoors, and also travel. That is why, some time ago, we talked about those best destinations in the world to breathe the highest quality air. Those places where it is worth spending time outdoors. But, what about local tourism? We refer to the least polluted cities in Spain.

These places that we can approach on a weekend or during a long holiday to enjoy not only their benefits and climate but also the pure air they offer. Fortunately, in Spain, we can boast of having some privileged places and some of the best in the world in terms of outdoor spaces. Many locations also enjoy very pure air.

Beyond the mountain areas and other rural places, in Spain, there are many cities where the best air is breathed. Thanks, of course, to their low pollution levels. And we can advance that most places are coastal or islands, but there are also inland locations where we can enjoy the least polluted cities.

Special mention goes to the Canary Islands, which hold the top two spots on this list of least polluted cities in Spain. We must also highlight the autonomous community of Extremadura.

List of least polluted cities in Spain

The least polluted city in Spain is the capital of the Canary Islands. Enjoying the best outdoor air in Spanish cities, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is undoubtedly a privileged place to enjoy a vacation.

Its favorite spots are the hermitage of San Antonio Abad, the Plaza de Santa Ana, or Doramas Park. In addition, the views are guaranteed thanks to a dormant volcano, and Las Canteras beach offers the most appreciated relaxation on vacation.

According to the World Health Organization, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the Spanish city with the best air quality.

The second place on the list of least polluted cities in our country is again held by a city from the Canary Islands, in this case, Lanzarote. More specifically, in the location of Arrecife, the capital of the island.

In addition to the pure air that can be breathed, the maritime character of the city also grants notable appeal, with the smell of salt and sea. The Castillo de San Gabriel or the Charco de San Ginés are two must-visit places. Lanzarote is also an island surrounded by typical fishing houses, so it is possible to enjoy its pure air while tasting the local fish. The third destination considered by the WHO as the next least polluted city in Spain is Marbella, on the Costa del Sol. In this case - and without leaving the Iberian Peninsula - we have a beach destination that also has one of the most privileged climates in the country. More than 300 days of sunshine a year, fantastic beaches like the beautiful Cabopino, and a great leisure offer. The fourth place is Cáceres, the provincial capital of one of the two regions that make up Extremadura. The city, in addition to being considered a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a purity in its air and low pollution, making it an ideal place for those looking for healthy tourism. Additionally, it is possible to visit the Mongragüé National Park, an added attraction for nature lovers and clean air.

The top 5 cities with the least pollution in Spain is completed by another island, but this time in the Balearics. Palma de Mallorca boasts privileged outdoor air and is also one of the best tourist destinations in Spain, especially in summer.

What are the next destinations with the best air in Spain?

• The city of Santiago de Compostela.
• Telde, in Las Palmas.
• The tourist town of Benidorm.
• Badajoz, which completes the good air quality in Extremadura cities.
• In the north of Spain, San Sebastián completes the list of the ten cities with the best air in the country.

In addition to looking for those places with the purest air and the least polluted cities when planning our trips - or even a place to live - we must consider that indoor air is what we will breathe for most hours of the day, so we should be concerned about having a healthy air in our homes and avoid health or respiratory problems due to poor air quality.