Playa Troya I · Américas I

Water quality, official measurements, discharges and incidents in Adeje, Tenerife.

Historical profile
Moderate85 / 100

Last official sample:

Several elevated official microbiological results during the last 24 months have reduced the historical profile.

This score summarises the available official bathing-water history using MiCharco’s methodology. It does not represent real-time water conditions.

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Playa de Troya I and its breakwater in Costa Adeje
Field view · Playa Troya I · Américas IWikimedia Commons · Tenerife Activities · CC BY-SA 4.0 (opens in a new tab)

View official analyses, annual classification, incidents and nearby discharges related to Playa Troya I · Américas I.

Latest official test
15 days ago
E. coli
30
MPN / 100 mlBelow EU ‘Excellent’ reference value
Enterococci
90
MPN / 100 mlBelow EU ‘Excellent’ reference value
Nearest discharge
67 m
AuthorisedRelevant pressure factor
Latest official status
Open

Current beach state published by Gobierno de Canarias: APTA PARA EL BAÑO

Incidents · 30 days
None recorded
Annual quality
Excellent
Historical context

Latest recorded incidents

Recorded water-quality incidents and official notices.

ReportMedia

A large brown patch was reported offshore affecting the Playa de Las Américas and Troya coastline. A marine scientist described it as a major discharge, while the Cabildo stated that the visible water came from saline groundwater released during drilling works and denied that it was wastewater. Bathing was not prohibited.

Based on the trusted official and media sources monitored by MiCharco.

Historical context

Historical profile

This score summarises the available official bathing-water history using MiCharco’s methodology. It does not represent real-time water conditions.

Moderate85 / 100

Last official sample:

Several elevated official microbiological results during the last 24 months have reduced the historical profile.

Official data

Latest official measurements

Measurement age visible · Not real time
Period
DateSampling pointE. coliEnterococciOfficial statusSourceDate retrievedLast official update
7 Sept 2026CENTRO-IZQUIERDA30 MPN / 100 ml90 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing21 Sept 202621 Sept 2026
24 Aug 2026CENTRO-IZQUIERDA50 MPN / 100 ml30 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026
10 Aug 2026CENTRO-IZQUIERDA29 MPN / 100 ml9 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026
20 Jul 2026CENTRO-IZQUIERDA29 MPN / 100 ml29 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026
6 Jul 2026CENTRO-IZQUIERDA9 MPN / 100 ml9 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026

Sample evolution

Recent microbiological measurements

CENTRO-IZQUIERDA

14 Oct 2025–7 Sept 2026 · Official samples

E. coliEnterococci
Period

Recent official bathing-water samples. Lower values generally indicate lower levels of faecal indicator bacteria.

Beaches near Playa Troya I · Américas I

Frequently asked questions

What is the water quality at Playa Troya I · Américas I?

The official annual classification for Playa Troya I · Américas I is “Excellent”, while MiCharco’s historical profile is “Moderate”. MiCharco’s profile is based on the available official microbiological measurements and relevant recorded context. They use different methodologies and time frames; neither represents real-time water conditions.

When was the latest official sample taken?

The most recent official sample available for Playa Troya I · Américas I was taken on 7 Sept 2026. Bathing-water sampling is not daily; every sample is shown with its own date.

What were the latest E. coli and enterococci values?

In the official sample of 7 Sept 2026, E. coli measured 30 UFC/100 ml and intestinal enterococci 90 UFC/100 ml. These are values from that specific sample, not a measurement of today.

Are there registered discharges near Playa Troya I · Américas I?

According to the official land-to-sea discharge census, the nearest registered point is 67 m from Playa Troya I · Américas I. 9 registered points within 3 km is shown as contextual pressure and does not affect the historical profile. A registered discharge does not in itself imply a water-quality problem.

Have there been recent closures or incidents at Playa Troya I · Américas I?

There are no incidents with current relevance. The latest recorded incident is from 14 May 2025 and remains visible as part of the historical record.

Where does MiCharco's data come from?

From official sources: the Government of the Canary Islands bathing-water sampling, NÁYADE information where applicable, the official land-to-sea discharge census and communications from local administrations. Every record links to the original source.

Does MiCharco's data say whether I can swim today?

Not necessarily. An official sample may have been taken days or weeks earlier, and a good past sample does not guarantee today's conditions. For current restrictions, always check official notices and on-site signage.

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