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Introduction to San Javier
San Javier is one of four municipalities whose identity is inextricably intertwined with that of Europe's largest inland saltwater lake, the Mar Menor.
73 kilometres of interior waterfronts and over 40 kilometres of beaches are enclosed by a 21-kilometre long sandspit, La Manga del Mar Menor creating unique bathing conditions with warm, shallow water.
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
Renfe strike could affect one of the busiest travel weekends of the summerThousands of passengers could see their journeys affected as train drivers and onboard staff prepare to walk out over concerns about faulty air conditioning Anyone planning to travel by train at the end of the month may want to keep an eye on their.. 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 'Hug 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
Growing piles of washed-up seagrass on Murcia beaches fuel complaintsNew regulations mean councils need permission before moving washed-up seagrass, while the Murcia regional government says the build-up is creating safety concerns New restrictions on how washed-up Posidonia seagrass can be managed on beaches across..
Figure of patron saint restored in Santiago de la Ribera by the original sculptorThe sculpture of St James the Great is ready for his annual procession on 25th July! The figure or religious image of Santiago Apóstol (St James the Great) which is kept in the parish church of Santiago de la Ribera and is to be taken out for procession.. 21/07/2026
The last three concerts of the 2026 San Javier Jazz Festival this weekMinor Jazz Collective, Raynald Colom, Pat Metheny, Lluís Coloma and Fusion Experience Quartet close another hugely successful season on the shore of the Mar Menor As we move into the last ten days of July there are just three big nights left in.. 21/07/2026
Extreme wildfire risk sees Murcia close forests and tighten restrictionsEmergency restrictions will remain in place until the weekend, with access to some forest areas closed and limits imposed on machinery, vehicles and any activities that could spark a fire With another couple of days of extreme heat on the way.. 21/07/2026
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
Nearly 300 loggerhead turtles returned to the sea from Murcia's coastline since 2019The Region of Murcia is becoming one of the Mediterranean's most important breeding areas for loggerhead turtles Murcia has become one of the most important places for the vulnerable loggerhead turtles to nest in the western Mediterranean.. 15/07/2026
Sexual offence convictions in Spain rise 14% in a year, with one in ten offenders under 18New INE figures show a record number of people sentenced for crimes against sexual freedom in 2025, with Murcia also reaching its highest total since records began Behind every conviction statistic is a victim, and the figures published this week by Spain.. 15/07/2026
Spain is through to the World Cup final - could it be a Spain-England final?Celebrations erupted across Spain as La Roja beat France 2-0 to book their place in Sunday's World Cup final, now attention turns to England's semi-final against Argentina Spain is through to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after beating.. 15/07/2026
San Javier turns disused spaces in La Manga into shaded, green areasNew paving, trees and shaded areas aim to bring down surface temperatures as another heatwave approaches San Javier Town Council's Tourism Department has transformed three previously unused plots in La Manga, giving them a new lease of life while.. 15/07/2026
International scientists gather at the Mar Menor to help predict the Mediterranean's futureScientists and researchers from Spain, the United States, Ireland and Cyprus are working alongside the Technical University of Cartagena on the Living Lab project to help protect Mediterranean coastlines from environmental issues The Mar Menor.. 14/07/2026
Escape to Tabarca Island this summer with Raquel Tours MurciaCrystal clear waters and a charming fishing village await on this popular day trip from the Region of Murcia resorts There's a small island just off the coast of Alicante that most visitors to the Region of Murcia never get round to seeing, and.. 14/07/2026
