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Dispute over 17 Ombu Trees on Plaza Llorenç Villalonga: Who Decides on Urban Green?

Why Old Trees Matter So Much in Mallorca Neighborhoods

Old trees in Mallorca often provide shade, calm and neighborhood identity, which makes their loss deeply felt.

Published: April 21, 2026
Dispute over 17 Ombu Trees on Plaza Llorenç Villalonga: Who Decides on Urban Green?

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Why do residents in Mallorca object so strongly when old trees are cut down?

Old trees are often part of daily life, not just the landscape. In Mallorca neighborhoods, they provide shade, reduce noise, hold humidity and serve as familiar meeting points, so their loss can feel like the loss of a local landmark.

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