MURCIA NEWS

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

Scientists link rare manta ray sightings off Murcia to rising sea temperaturesExperts say Murcia's coastline is becoming an important place to track changes in marine biodiversity A giant oceanic manta ray was observed on September 6, 2023, near Cabo Tiñoso. (Q. González/Caballito Salado Diving Club)  .. 29/07/2026

€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

Cartagena launches alert as Oriental hornet spotted near Roman TheatreBeekeepers are working to trace a nest after the invasive species was found attacking bees near one of Cartagena’s best-known landmarks Cartagena City Council is asking residents to keep an eye out for the invasive Oriental hornet (Vespa orientalis.. 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

Ireland announced as La Mar de Músicas guest country for 2027The internationally acclaimed Cartagena festival will celebrate Irish music, literature, film and the arts after revealing its next guest country during the closing night of this year's event Ireland will be the focus of Cartagena's La.. 28/07/2026

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

Record cruise passenger numbers help Cartagena power to strongest first half of the yearCargo traffic topped 16.9 million tonnes between January and June, while cruise tourism reached its highest-ever level The Port of Cartagena has enjoyed a strong start to 2026, handling almost 17 million tonnes of cargo in the first six months of.. 23/07/2026

Old bathing jetty restored and reopened in Santiago de la RiberaThe 100-year-old original was destroyed in the heavy storms of 2019 Another of the historic bathing stations and jetties which marked the early years of tourism on the shore of the Mar Menor has been restored, following a joint project between the regional.. 22/07/2026

World-famous ice-cream brand opens in Los AlcázaresThe store in Los Alcázares is only the 8th RivaReno shop in Spain The latest new business to be welcomed by the town of Los Alcázares has now opened in Plaza 525, where RivaReno Gelato are bringing their Italian ice-creams to their second.. 22/07/2026

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

Extreme heat pushes back reopening of Cartagonova bridge for another weekThe closure has been extended by another week after extreme heat and technical challenges delayed work, with additional roadworks in the Alameda de San Antón area continuing to affect traffic Drivers in Cartagena will have to put up with.. 20/07/2026

Police scramble to a packed La Manga beach after a 'suspicious package' washed up ashoreBathers watched on as officers and lifeguards moved in to secure the mystery haul. The Guardia Civil was poised to investigate. There was just one problem It had all the hallmarks of a significant find. On Saturday, a large package washed up on a busy.. 20/07/2026

New statue in the centre of Cartagena in honour of fictional character Capitán AlatristeA homage to writer Arturo Pérez-Reverte and the soldiers who fought in Spain’s Golden Age On Friday 17th July the city of Cartagena added to its already impressive catalogue of statues in public squares with the unveiling in the Plaza del Cuartel..

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 2026 FarmFoods European Senior Masters Golf Championship - 5th-8th November Promoted by Champions (UK) plc, and part of the Legends Tour, La Manga Club’s biggest commercial golf event returns to the 5-star resort's iconic south course for the fifth consecutive year.   The start of the championship will be.. 03/07/2026

Cartagena launches its biggest ever beach safety operation as the summer season gets properly underwayAll 27 beaches are now open at full capacity, with a new permanent police patrol unit added to the western coastline for the first time Summer is officially here in Cartagena. From Tuesday July 1, the municipality has activated its full beach season safety.. 02/07/2026

These are the dates of Cartagena's street markets you need to know this summerCartagena is expanding its range of street markets this summer with five new markets The various coastal areas of the municipality of Cartagena – from those along the Mediterranean near Mazarrón to those up on the Mar Menor – have.. 26/06/2026

Airport Buses launches new routes that make summer travel to Murcia Airport even easierAirport Buses provides straightforward, prebooked air-conditioned transfers linking Murcia Airport with key coastal and inland destinations For anyone living along the Costa Cálida, Costa Blanca or down towards Almería, getting to.. 22/06/2026

Are you overpaying for electricity in Spain? Gana Energía can helpBritish expats and holiday home owners across Spain are switching to a smarter energy deal and the process couldn't be simpler Moving to Spain or buying a holiday home here is a dream come true for thousands of British expats. But if there'.. 04/06/2026