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Deadly accident near Santa María: What's going wrong on Mallorca's rural roads?

Who Is Responsible for Road Safety in Mallorca?

In Mallorca, safer rural roads depend on both public planning and careful behaviour from road users.

Published: April 23, 2026
Deadly accident near Santa María: What's going wrong on Mallorca's rural roads?

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Who is responsible for making rural roads safer in Mallorca?

Responsibility is usually shared. Local councils, island authorities and road planners decide on speed limits, shoulders, crossings, maintenance and markings, while drivers and cyclists must also behave carefully. Safer roads in Mallorca depend on both better infrastructure and more cautious use of the road.

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