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Sant Sebastià squeezes the city — Who will prevent Palma from sliding into chaos?

The Palma Old Town During Sant Sebastià

Expect cordons, crowding and rerouted movement through Palma’s old town during Sant Sebastià.

Published: April 22, 2026
Sant Sebastià squeezes the city — Who will prevent Palma from sliding into chaos?

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How does Sant Sebastià affect the Palma old town?

Parts of Palma’s old town are cordoned off during the festival, so normal walking and driving patterns change quickly. This is done to manage stages, crowds and event activity, but it also means residents and visitors may need to reroute. Narrow streets can become especially congested in the evening.

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