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Three-year-old girl dies after car mounts sidewalk in Coll d'en Rabassa — a reality check

Why some pavements in Mallorca offer limited protection

Some Mallorca streets have little protection between cars and pedestrians, which increases the danger if a vehicle leaves the road.

Published: April 22, 2026
Three-year-old girl dies after car mounts sidewalk in Coll d'en Rabassa — a reality check

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Why are sidewalks in parts of Mallorca vulnerable to car crashes?

Some streets in Mallorca have narrow pavements, low curbs and little physical protection between pedestrians and traffic. In a crash, that can leave people on the sidewalk exposed if a vehicle leaves the road. Measures such as bollards or higher curbs can reduce the risk in busy areas.

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