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Plaça del Mercat: New paving, old questions – how Palma's center can really be modernized

Why Palma is renewing pipes and drainage around Plaça del Mercat

Palma is renewing pipes and drainage around Plaça del Mercat to reduce rainwater overload and improve reliability.

Published: May 14, 2026
Plaça del Mercat: New paving, old questions – how Palma's center can really be modernized

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Why is the sewer and water network being renewed near Plaça del Mercat in Palma?

The utility work is meant to modernise old infrastructure and reduce problems in heavy rain. Separating sewage from stormwater can help prevent overloads, while renewing drinking water pipes lowers the risk of breaks in the historic city centre.

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