MURCIA REGION

Los Alcázares promotes its annual LGTBIQ+ festival at FITUR in MadridEl Mar Menor Vibra con Orgullo is being held from July 9 to 12 in 2026 At the 2026 FITUR tourism fair in Madrid, which is being held from 21st to 25th January, there is a special pavilion devoted to LGTBIQ+ attractions, and on Thursday Los Alcá.. 23/01/2026

Los Alcázares beaches receive S For Sustainability awards in MadridAll 6 of the main beaches in Los Alcázares and Los Narejos qualified for the award The main beaches of Los Alcázares have now officially received their “S for Sustainability” awards in Madrid during the annual FITUR tourism fair..

ANSE and WWF release 70 eels into the Mar MenorThe eels were tagged before release and will now be monitored as part of a long-term conservation project The idea of eels being released into the Mar Menor might not sound especially appealing, but it is an important step in protecting the species.. 23/01/2026

Cartagena railway accident: Six people slightly injured after passenger train collides with craneThe accident caused a brief closure of the line while saftey checks were carried out, but authorities assure there is no further danger now A passenger train operated by FEVE, Spain’s narrow-gauge railway network, collided with a crane this.. 22/01/2026

Los Alcázares to host 7 major sailing competitions in 2026Progress is also being made to open the first dedicated water sports beach in the Mar Menor Los Alcázares was in the spotlight on the Region of Murcia stand on Thursday 22nd January as a presentation was made of water official sports events in.. 22/01/2026

San Pedro del Pinatar puts feelings at the heart of tourism‘The Art of Feeling’ campaign blends art, music and food for year‑round visitors San Pedro del Pinatar is putting emotions, culture and good food centre stage with a new tourism push called "El arte de sentir" (The Art of Feeling.. 22/01/2026

Murcia coast to host 17 top regattas this yearNearly 30,000 overnight stays and €6.5 million boost on the way Picture the Mar Menor billowing with sails all year round. The Region of Murcia is gearing up for its busiest nautical season yet, hosting 17 major regattas in 2026. These include four.. 22/01/2026

Annapurna Nepali & Indian Restaurant, Los Belones, grand opening January 30Authentic Nepali and Indian flavours arrive in Los Belones with something on the menu for everyone A new dining spot has arrived in Los Belones and Annapurna Nepali & Indian Restaurant is getting ready to celebrate its official opening in.. 21/01/2026

Mar Menor burglary gang dismantled with 13 arrestsGuardia Civil links suspects to 25 offences across San Javier, San Pedro del Pinatar and Orihuela The Guardia Civil in Murcia has arrested 13 members of a criminal gang operating from San Javier, connecting them to 25 burglaries and thefts in the Mar.. 21/01/2026

Locals star in the new San Javier tourist campaign for FITURTen well-known residents feature in videos and posters to show what makes San Javier a great place to live and visit all year round San Javier has launched its new tourism campaign called ‘San Javier, san bien,’ to show how good it.. 21/01/2026

Murcia hospitals under fire over negligence claims and long waitsPatient Advocate reports 430 cases in 2025 while reputation rankings slip Murcia's public hospitals are facing growing scrutiny over patient complaints, lengthy waiting lists and declining national reputation. New reports paint a challenging picture.. 20/01/2026

Santiago de la Ribera to get 125 new tourist apartmentsThe project covers several streets and comes with a pool and underground parking Santiago de la Ribera is about to get 125 new tourist apartments, complete with a pool and underground parking. They’ll be built along Calle Isla la Polinesia.. 20/01/2026

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Woman killed by own car in tragic San Javier accidentTow truck driver started vehicle in gear during roadside assistance callout A 79-year-old woman died tragically in Roda, San Javier on Friday afternoon after being run over by her own car during a roadside assistance call. The accident happened just before.. 19/01/2026

La Manga del Mar Menor gets its own local police stationThe new 24-hour station will bring San Javier’s police closer to residents on the northern half of La Manga La Manga del Mar Menor now has its very own local police station. The new facility was officially opened by Fernando López Miras.. 19/01/2026

La Puebla Potato Festival wins national prize!The festival in the Cartagena countryside generally takes place in June or July The annual Potato Festival in La Puebla, a small town in the countryside between Cartagena and the Mar Menor, has been awarded a prestige prize for being the Best Potato Promotional.. 19/01/2026

Gas station robbery gang smashed across Murcia region and surrounding areasGuardia Civil arrests four after 50+ break-ins targeting petrol stations and homes The Murcia region and nearby areas can breathe a little easier after the Guardia Civil smashed a violent robbery gang behind over 50 break-ins at gas stations and homes.. 16/01/2026

Murcia maps out major nature restoration plans under EU rulesThe Mar Menor, riverbanks and grasslands are among the areas set for environmental recovery Plans are now underway to decide which natural areas in the Region of Murcia will be restored under a major European Union environmental programme, with scientists.. 16/01/2026

Los Alcázares prepares to showcase its attractions at the FITUR 2026 fair in MadridThe Berber Pirate Raids fiestas, commitment to diversity and the de-seasonalization of tourism characterize the presentations made by Los Alcázares at the IFEPA venue in Madrid Municipalities all over the Region of Murcia are currently preparing.. 16/01/2026

Pre-registration now open for the gruelling Ruta de las Fortalezas run in CartagenaThe 53-kilometre course visits castles, fortresses, gun batteries and old city walls belonging to the military history of Cartagena The initial pre-registration opens on Thursday 15th January for the 15th annual edition of the Ruta de las Fortalezas de.. 15/01/2026