Mallorca slackline video at Puig Major sparks complaint

On Mallorca, a slackline session near Puig Major prompts a complaint: environmental group GOB says it took place in a restricted part of the protected Serra de Tramuntana and was shared on Instagram. On 30 October 2026, GOB reported the activity at Agulla des Frare to the Balearic Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Natural Environment. The group says its inquiries suggest the necessary environmental permission was not in place.

Why permission matters

The Serra de Tramuntana’s natural resources plan describes restricted-use zones as places with valuable or fragile natural features. Public activity there is meant to be limited and controlled. Recreational activities, particularly risk sports such as climbing and abseiling, require permission from the environmental authorities in these zones.

GOB wants tighter checks on sporting activities in the protected area. It says sharing footage online can draw attention to sensitive places and encourage others to repeat activities there.

Earlier complaints and a new demand

In March, GOB reported a base jump from an exclusion zone near an active osprey nest during breeding season. The jump was also filmed and shared online. Soon afterwards, the group complained about drone videos it said had been filmed without permission in protected natural areas of Mallorca.

GOB is renewing a call it first made in April for a specialist team of environmental officers to examine public social-media posts for possible breaches. It also urges mountain sportspeople, content creators and activity firms to check the rules and obtain any required permission before an activity takes place.

Topics: Environment

Source: Europa Press / Mallorca.com