Santiago de la Ribera park will be ready to open this autumn

The works at the Príncipe de Asturias Park in Santiago de la Ribera should be completed by November at the latest

The remodelling works at the Príncipe de Asturias Park in Santiago de la Ribera “are going at a good pace and should be completed between October and November,” according to mayor José Miguel Luengo on a visit to the site this week.

The project, with a budget of 1,000,032.27 euros, began in March and was given a completion deadline of eight months, so it would appear that contractors Abala Infraestructuras are right on schedule.

Mayor Luengo underscored the benefits of the park renovations, namely the preservation of existing trees and the planting of even more vegetation. He also discussed the introduction of a versatile multi-purpose venue equipped with a reversible two-sided stage, substitution of the old concrete surfaces with porous ones and improved drainage for the entire park.

Set to open right around the time nearby streets receive their own facelift, the refurbished park also coincides with plans to incorporate a 200-car parking garage close to the Autonomous University of Murcia (AGA).

Architect Roberto Marín Lidón explained that “the element that gives identity to the remodelling of the park will be the cover of the sports track, which is based on the reinterpretation of military aeroplane hangars.”

The planned park improvements focus on using eco-friendly ways to manage rainwater through four garden areas. When it rains, these gardens collect water and stop it from pooling, in line with rules preventing wastewater flow into the Mar Menor.

Once finished, the park will have a fence around it and will close at night. During the day, everyone can enjoy a large play area, fitness space next to the Senior Centre, a gymnastics area and comfy spots for relaxing and hanging out. The middle of the park has a large open area, covered stages and a sports court for gatherings and events.

Side parking on Calle Padre Juan remains untouched, and walkways around the park will be wider with thoughtful landscaping.

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San Javier Tourist Offices The municipality of San Javier has three main offices giving tourist information to visitors, as well as two information points. The tourist offices are located in Santiago de la Ribera, on the ground floor of the town hall in San Javier and at the start of La Manga. There is a tourist information point located in the San Javier Airport, as well as one at kilometre 12-13 of La Manga del Mar Menor.

Due to its location on the fringes of the Mar Menor and Mediterranean, San Javier has a period of intense summer tourism activity during the peak summer months, although it is popular with retirees of all nationalities out of peak season.

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Municipal Tourism Office

San Javier Tourist Offices Calle Padre Juan. Centro Cultural Príncipe de Asturias (Click for map: Centro Cultural Príncipe de Asturias)
30720 Santiago de la Ribera - SAN JAVIER
Tel: 968 571 704