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Cut into the Shade: Why Palma's Wall Trees Fell Despite Protests

The Morning Palma’s Wall Trees Came Down

City crews removed 18 wall trees in Palma’s Plaça Llorenç Villalonga, prompting grief, anger, and fresh questions.

Published: April 22, 2026
Cut into the Shade: Why Palma's Wall Trees Fell Despite Protests

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What happened at Plaça Llorenç Villalonga during the tree felling in Palma?

The morning began with city technicians and chainsaws removing 18 wall trees while residents watched from the square. The scene was tense and emotional, with some people grieving the loss and others questioning why the work moved so quickly after the court decision. For the neighbourhood, it became a very visible sign of how contested urban decisions can affect daily life.

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