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How Port de Sóller Discovered the Red Shrimp and Why the Sea Forges Friendships

Port de Sóller’s Red Shrimp and the Harbour Story Behind It

Discover why the red shrimp became a signature product in Port de Sóller and how it shaped the harbour’s identity.

Published: April 23, 2026
How Port de Sóller Discovered the Red Shrimp and Why the Sea Forges Friendships

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What is the red shrimp in Port de Sóller, and why is it so well known?

The red shrimp, or gamba roja, has become one of Port de Sóller’s best-known local products. It is closely tied to the harbour’s fishing culture and to the way the town has long connected Mallorca with other Mediterranean ports. Today it is valued both for its flavour and for the story behind it.

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