LA MANGA DEL MAR MENOR, NEWS MAR MENOR

Murcia survey reveals strong opposition to easing Mar Menor pollution rulesA new regional survey found that 75.6% want stronger environmental protection for the lagoon, while just 5.7% support reducing controls and penalties on agricultural businesses The future of the Mar Menor continues to be a subject of debate in.. 02/10/2026

Calblanque welcomes its first barn owl chicks on recordA nest box installed by volunteers has produced a landmark breeding at the regional park, alongside good news for eagle owls Calblanque has something to celebrate. For the first time since monitoring began, a pair of barn owls has bred in the Calblanque.. 28/09/2026

Two dead after migrant boat found drifting off Cabo de PalosRescuers found 17 people on the small boat after receiving an alert from a nearby cruise ship Two migrants have died and another is seriously ill after a small boat carrying 17 people was found drifting around 28 miles off Cabo de Palos.  .. 24/09/2026

Mar Menor court ruling over brine dump equivalent to 64 Olympic swimming poolsA Torre Pacheco agricultural company has been held responsible for part of the nitrate pollution entering the lagoon between 2012 and 2016 A Murcia agricultural company has been ordered to pay almost €100,000 for environmental damage caused by.. 23/09/2026

La Manga weddings are keeping the resort busy long after summer endsMild weather and cheaper prices are helping La Manga attract couples from across Spain La Manga’s wedding season is stretching further into the year as couples increasingly choose the Mar Menor resort for celebrations outside the traditional.. 23/09/2026

Cartagena cuts bike hire prices and widens who gets a discountStandard rate drops 20% from September 22, with bigger savings for seniors, students and more Getting around Cartagena by bike is about to get a fair bit cheaper. From September 22, which happens to be European Mobility Day, the city's bike rental.. 22/09/2026

Cartagena Archaeological Museum reopens with a fresh look and new exhibitionAfter closing for refurbishment over the summer, the museum is ready to reopen with improved displays and a new exhibition celebrating the history of fashion After a summer spent carrying out refurbishment work, Cartagena's Enrique Escudero.. 21/09/2026

Dozens of fuel jerrycans found near abandoned Puerto Mayor buildings in La MangaSan Javier Local Police say the containers are tied to an ongoing pattern of fuel smuggling for drug trafficking boats San Javier Local Police discovered dozens of jerrycans full of petrol piled up near the abandoned Puerto Mayor facilities in La.. 21/09/2026

Bars and restaurants in La Manga had a quieter summer, but the water sports business is boomingThe president of the local business association says it's been a good season overall, but the hospitality sector is adjusting after years of post-pandemic growth It's been a summer of two halves in La Manga and Cabo de Palos. While the nautical.. 18/09/2026

La Manga receives a fresh burst of colour as fiestas get underwayNew greenery and festive decorations have been installed as Plaza Bohemia enjoys five days of music, food and family entertainment La Manga del Mar Menor is getting a fresh burst of colour just as its annual fiestas get underway, with 350 new plants.. 17/09/2026

Cartagena gets ready to welcome 120,000 cruise passengers as huge autumn season gets underwayIt’s looking like October will be the busiest month with 39 ships scheduled to call at the port of Cartagena Cartagena is gearing up for a bumper autumn cruise season, with 85 ship visits scheduled between September and November and a combined.. 17/09/2026

Modern Mediterranean living awaits at Villa Serena Sun Golf, Los AlcázaresThis boutique villa combines contemporary design, golf course views and a fantastic location close to the Mar Menor Finding the right property in Spain isn't just about choosing the right house. It's about finding the right location and having.. 27/07/2026

La Manga businesses demand urgent shake-up of beach rules and tighter jet ski controlsWith summer just around the corner, businesses want to see an end to the '50-metre rule' and a much firmer hand with jet skis in the Mar Menor Business owners in La Manga are calling for an urgent rethink of beach rules, warning that.. 22/04/2026

Mar Menor ferry service now operates on FridaysThe service operates between Santiago de la Ribera and La Manga del Mar Menor on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday The ferry service between Santiago de la Ribera and La Manga has been extended to include crossings on Fridays. The.. 17/04/2026

Mar Menor ferry service resumes this weekendThe service operates between Santiago de la Ribera and La Manga del Mar Menor Good news for anyone heading to the Mar Menor, as the weekend ferry service between Santiago de la Ribera and La Manga is back in action.   The service officially.. 15/05/2025

10 most common - and dangerous - jellyfish found in the waters in SpainWhile most jellyfish found on the coasts of Spain are harmless, a few pose serious risks Jellyfish occupy an important rung on the food chain and like all other organisms, they’re needed to maintain a healthy balance between species. However.. 08/07/2024

New bus routes in the Cartagena and Mar Menor areaThere are now buses connecting Cartagena, La Manga, Torre Pacheco and Los Alcázares THIS INFORMATION WAS PUBLISHED IN 2021!   The new bus system came into effect across the Region of Murcia on Friday December 3 and included in the.. 06/12/2021