Drivers visiting Magaluf could soon find it easier to park, with Calvià Town Hall confirming plans to create 122 new public parking spaces in the heart of the resort after completing the purchase of a long-neglected site in Torrenova.

The council has acquired 11 former commercial properties that have stood empty for years. Once home to restaurants and leisure businesses, the buildings have fallen into disrepair and will now be demolished as part of a wider regeneration project designed to improve one of Mallorca’s busiest tourist destinations.

Parking and sustainable transport

The redevelopment will create 122 parking spaces for cars alongside 72 dedicated spaces for electric bicycles, reflecting the municipality’s aim of balancing improved access for motorists with more sustainable transport options.

The project has secured more than €6 million in funding from the Balearic Government through the Sustainable Tourism Tax (ITS), covering the purchase of the land, demolition work and construction of the new public space.

Plans also include environmentally friendly features such as shaded areas, native planting and a photovoltaic canopy capable of generating renewable energy, helping to reduce the site’s environmental impact while making it more comfortable during the summer months.

Part of a wider regeneration strategy

According to Calvià Town Hall, the scheme forms part of an ongoing effort to reclaim outdated urban areas and reduce congestion in the municipality’s busiest tourist zones.

The demolition will be the third carried out during the current council term, following similar projects at the former Hotel Teix in Magaluf and the Hostal Colón in Peguera. Local leaders say these initiatives are intended to replace obsolete infrastructure with public spaces that better serve residents and visitors alike.

Mayor Juan Antonio Amengual said the project demonstrates how tourism tax revenue can be reinvested directly into local communities, creating practical improvements while helping modernise Calvià’s most visited resorts.

The additional parking is also expected to ease pressure during the peak holiday season, when finding a space in Magaluf can be particularly challenging. Situated close to the resort’s beaches and coastal access points, the new facility aims to improve both traffic flow and accessibility while supporting the area’s continuing transformation from ageing tourist infrastructure to a more modern and sustainable destination.

By Lottie Verrier • Updated: 02 Jul 2026 • 11:39 • 2 minutes read

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A long-time visitor to Santa Ponsa has criticised this year’s Fiestas del Rocío after the celebrations were moved from their traditional beachfront setting, claiming the change left the resort noticeably quieter and disappointed many regular attendees.

The reader contacted Euro Weekly News following last weekend’s festival, saying they felt compelled to speak out after attending the event, which has become a popular fixture in Santa Ponsa’s annual calendar. The Fiestas del Rocío, inspired by the famous Andalusian pilgrimage, typically bring together live music, dancing, food stalls and traditional dress, attracting residents and visitors alike.

According to the resident, who says they have attended the celebrations for around 20 years, relocating the festivities from the usual beach area to a nearby car park dramatically changed the atmosphere.

“I’ve been coming to the two main fiestas in the resort for 20 years now and am still shocked at what I witnessed,” they wrote.

Comparison photos highlight concerns

The reader also supplied comparison photographs from this year and last year’s event, saying they illustrate the difference in visitor numbers.

They described arriving in the town centre at around 6.30pm on Saturday and said the area was “deserted”, adding that the decision to move the celebrations “simply beggars understanding.”

The resident said they could have listed several organisational issues but felt the most obvious impact was the lack of people in the resort’s main streets during what is usually one of Santa Ponsa’s busiest weekends of the year.

Businesses reportedly felt the impact

The reader also claimed nearby businesses appeared to suffer as a result. They said the restaurant where they traditionally dine during the festivities was only half full, despite usually being surrounded by bustling market stalls and crowds of visitors.

“I chatted to the owner. It was very clear that she wasn’t happy with the so-called arrangements,” the reader said.

The email concluded with a call for the organising committee to reflect on this year’s event, with the resident arguing that “the big loser in this disaster has got to be Santa Ponsa itself.”

What do you think?

The comments represent the views of one festivalgoer. Euro Weekly News would be interested to hear from other residents, visitors and local businesses about their experiences of this year’s Fiestas del Rocío and perhaps next year, the community voice can be heard.