CABO DE PALOS, LOCAL NEWS AND WHATS ON

Environmental group warns of damage to Cartagena's beaches during the cleaning processLocal environmental experts say heavy machinery is clearing seagrass that's important for keeping beaches healthy and supporting wildlife Beach cleaning in Cartagena is being looked at more closely after concerns were raised about how current.. 18/03/2026

La Azohía, Cartagena and Cabo de Palos in a national TV documentary on Sunday!Beautiful aerial shots of the Cartagena coastline and the historic city itself The La 2 channel of Spain’s national televisión broadcaster RTVE is showing a documentary on Sunday morning on the city of Cartagena and the coastline of the large.. 13/03/2026

Phase 4 of Cartagena's new look waterfront moves aheadWork on the Paseo de la Marina prepares to start as fourteen companies have submitted bids for the €7.2 million contract Cartagena is taking the next step in its project to redevelop the waterfront. Phase 4 focuses on the Paseo de la Marina.. 12/03/2026

Aldi to expand in Murcia with new stores and 75 jobs plannedGerman discount chain deepens its presence in the region as demand for affordable groceries continues to grow The supermarket chain Aldi is stepping up its presence in the Region of Murcia, with plans to open two new stores and recruit around 75 additional.. 12/03/2026

Take the Circular Challenge at Espacio MediterráneoFun giveaways, an Earth Hour activity and a fresh digital challenge to make March more meaningful This March, Espacio Mediterráneo in Cartagena invites you to do something a little different while you shop - to think green, have fun and maybe even.. 09/03/2026

March Madness at La Palmera Bar & Grill: great food, live entertainment and legendary Sunday roastsThe popular Los Urrutias venue is the perfect spot for Mother’s Day, Easter gatherings and relaxed meals with friends and family March is shaping up to be a busy and exciting month at La Palmera Bar & Grill in Estrella de Mar, Los Urrutias.. 07/03/2026

Murcia joins the call for greater control over its coastal landLocal authorities are pushing for more say over coastal permits, property boundaries, and development decisions The debate over how Spain's coastline should be managed has reignited as the Ministry for Ecological Transition works on updating.. 06/03/2026

Cabo de Palos seafront to get safer, greener walking route to the lighthouseCartagena plans €200,000 makeover to link the fish market with the Paseo de las Calas Cartagena Ayuntamiento is set to transform the popular seaside path in Cabo de Palos, replacing the informal car park in front of the fish market with a safer.. 05/03/2026

Café Bar Yemanjá set to reopen for the season from this date!After a winter break, Cabo de Palos’s favourite bar is reopening for the spring and summer season from this March Café Bar Yemanjá in Cabo de Palos will reopen its doors on Saturday March 14, welcoming customers from 10am to 4pm.. 24/02/2026

Ikea planning store in Cartagena is closing its doorsCompact design space in Espacio Mediterráneo to shut in March Ikea is closing its small planning store in the Espacio Mediterráneo shopping centre in Cartagena next month. Opened in 2022, this 75-square-metre outlet on the first floor was.. 24/02/2026

Ryanair confirms Corvera Airport safe from cuts: UK and Ireland summer 2026 routes announcedRyanair is keeping eight international routes from Murcia this summer, with 48 weekly flights and expected passenger growth of 12% For now, Murcia has stayed on the right side of Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary. The always interesting Irish airline.. 05/02/2026

Tennis court and a private pool: This is the latest luxury villa for rent on La Manga ClubCheck out this fabulous new 5-bedroom villa with its own private swimming pool and a tennis court, available to rent for holidays now! I’m sure you’ll agree there’s nothing in life quite like lounging around by the pool in your own private.. 02/02/2026

More green spaces, better cultural centres, more connected: These 13 Murcia towns will soon look very different thanks to major new EU fundingTorre Pacheco, San Pedro, Cartagena and 10 other municipalities are set to gain big from a massive €72 million investment in sustainable development The Spanish Government has given the green light to almost €72 million in funding for a.. 26/01/2026

La Palmera Bar & Grill: Your essential guide to winter entertainment and diningThe Los Urrutias bar serves up Sunday roasts, daily menus and lively events throughout December, January, February and March Christmas is in full swing at La Palmera Bar & Grill in Estrella de Mar, Los Urrutias, and the popular venue has lined.. 29/12/2025

Cabo de Palos favourite Café Bar Yemanjá is closing for the winter break on December 9Café Bar Yemanjá will be open again come March The customer favourite of all foodies in the know in Cabo de Palos, Café Bar Yemanjá, is once again shutting its doors for a bit of a winter break this December, to reopen in March.. 01/12/2025

Sign up for one of six special haute cuisine evenings at La Manga Club this year: Limited spaces availableSix guest chefs recognised by the Michelin Guide and Repsol will host exclusive dining experiences between March and November A new series of fine dining events will bring some of Spain’s most celebrated chefs to La Manga Club this year, offering..

La Manga Club and Cartagena IBI frozen for another 12 monthsResidential property tax held steady as Cartagena council renews its incentives for investment and job creation Cartagena’s City Council has approved its Fiscal Ordinances for 2025-2026, confirming the freeze on the residential property tax (.. 22/07/2025

Exciting ways to see the wildlife of the Region of Murcia!Where to see animals from whales to eagles in the Region of Murcia! Wild animals are all around is, of course, but so accustomed are we to small insects and birds that we rarely stop to remember that not so far away are some of the most fascinating and impressive..

Great beach locations in Murcia to take your first dip of the year!Take your pick from the huge choice of beach locations and activities in the Costa Cálida With the weather warming up after a distinctly grim first three weeks of March, and the Easter holidays just around the corner, many of us are beginning to become..

Follow the light: a tour of the lighthouses of the Costa Cálida!A seafront tour with a difference sheds light on the history of the coastline of Murcia The Faro del Estacio in La Manga del Mar Menor For millennia lighthouses have stood as guardians of the coastline in civilizations all over the world, shepherding..