MURCIA MAR MENOR & CARTAGENA

Scientists warn Mar Menor's mysterious 'white patch' is creating an underwater desertA new scientific study has found the phenomenon is blocking sunlight, destroying underwater seagrass and leaving parts of the lagoon with just three fish species At first glance, it just looks like a strange white patch on the water. But beneath.. 31/07/2026

€11.5 million funding for new projects to reduce livestock pollution in the Mar MenorScientists, universities and livestock farmers will work together over the next three years to trial cleaner farming methods and reduce pollution at its source More than €11.5 million is being invested in eight new projects that will look.. 29/07/2026

Why are there far fewer jellyfish in the Mar Menor this summerAnti-jellyfish nets are helping protect popular beaches, but scientists say changing water temperatures are the real reason numbers are lower this summer If you've been enjoying a swim in the Mar Menor this summer, you may have noticed there.. 28/07/2026

Date confirmed for this summer's 'Embrace the Mar Menor' human chainMore than 40 organisations are backing this year's event, with human chains planned at rivers, lakes and coastlines across Spain and around the world A total of 45 environmental organisations and community groups are behind this year's.. 22/07/2026

The jet ski industry hits back at the Mar Menor ban campaignThe head of the Nautical Association of the Region of Murcia argues that decades of research into the lagoon's problems has never pointed the finger at recreational boating The Mar Menor has been at the centre of environmental concern for years. The.. 16/07/2026

The little-known project to restore the spa and restaurant in the waters of the Mar Menor, and why it may not be such a good idea...A lifelong landmark in Lo Pagán may return to its former glory, but there are serious questions to be answered as to whether it actually should For much of the mid-20th century, the Floridablanca floating spa and restaurant was a defining feature.. 25/03/2026

The effects of macro-farms on the Mar MenorOfficials in the Region have been asked for information on the environmental impact of these large pig farms A request has been made to authorities in the Region of Murcia to present information relevant to all the macro-farms that have been authorised.. 14/01/2022

Plan para la protección del borde litoral del Mar Menor Click here to see the full document in Spanish:Plan para la protección del borde litoral del Mar Menor Published on 25/06/2020. Join the Mar Menor group on Facebook for info about Los Alcázares, San Javier, San Pedro del Pinatar.. 26/06/2020