{"id":159591,"date":"2026-11-13T11:12:45","date_gmt":"2026-11-13T10:12:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mallorcaglobalmag.es\/parc-natural-peninsula-llevant-25-aniversario\/"},"modified":"2026-11-13T11:53:48","modified_gmt":"2026-11-13T10:53:48","slug":"parc-natural-peninsula-llevant-25-aniversario","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mallorcaglobalmag.es\/en\/parc-natural-peninsula-llevant-25-aniversario\/","title":{"rendered":"The Parc Natural de la Pen\u00ednsula de Llevant celebrates 25 years as a leading conservation area in Mallorca"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Parc Natural de la Pen\u00ednsula de Llevant (Llevant Peninsula Natural Park) celebrates its 25th anniversary<\/strong> as one of Mallorca’s most important protected areas<\/strong>. Located in the north-east of the island, this area of approximately 17,000 hectares<\/strong> is home to extraordinary natural diversity<\/strong>, with more than 60 endemic plant species and a remarkable variety of protected wildlife<\/strong>. To mark the anniversary, the Govern (Balearic Islands Government) has organised a programme of educational, cultural and family activities<\/strong> taking place on 13, 14 and 21 November<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Panoramic view of the Parc Natural de la Pen\u00ednsula de Llevant. Photo: CAIB.<\/p><\/div>\n

Over the past quarter of a century, the park has strengthened its role in protecting Mediterranean ecosystems, restoring threatened species and preserving natural and cultural heritage. Its landscapes encompass mountains, forests, scrubland and coastal areas, while publicly owned estates, which account for approximately 30% of its land area, play a fundamental role in environmental management.<\/p>\n

A haven for Mallorca’s biodiversity<\/h2>\n

One of the greatest assets of the Parc Natural de la Pen\u00ednsula de Llevant is its rich wildlife. Three of the four vulture species found in Europe can be seen here: the cinereous vulture, griffon vulture and Egyptian vulture. The park is also home to birds of prey such as the osprey, red kite and Eurasian sparrowhawk.<\/p>\n

Its flora is another major attraction, with more than 60 endemic plant species<\/strong>. Conservation efforts have also included the reintroduction of the ferreret<\/em> (Mallorcan midwife toad), a small amphibian found exclusively in Mallorca.<\/p>\n

Protection of the area was further strengthened in 2025 with the acquisition of the Son Jaumell estate in Capdepera and the Cala Torta, Cala Mitjana and Cala Estreta estates in Art\u00e0. Together, they cover 583.9 hectares<\/strong> of considerable ecological and scenic value, which have become part of the publicly owned natural heritage.<\/p>\n

These initiatives are complemented by the TUI Forest Mallorca project, promoted by the Govern and the TUI Care Foundation. The project aims to restore more than 200 hectares and plant over 40,000 native trees and shrubs by 2028. The work is taking place on the publicly owned estates of s’Alqueria Vella and Son Real.<\/p>\n

Activities marking the 25th anniversary of the Parc Natural de la Pen\u00ednsula de Llevant<\/h2>\n

The celebrations include three days of activities highlighting the park’s natural, historical and cultural heritage.<\/p>\n

Friday 13 November<\/strong><\/p>\n