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Sea view for free? The problem at the Peñón and what it reveals about Mallorca's housing market

The Peñón in Es Coll d’en Rabassa: a seafront site under strain

The Peñón in Es Coll d’en Rabassa is a rundown seaside building in Palma linked to neighbourhood concern and housing pressure.

Published: April 21, 2026
Sea view for free? The problem at the Peñón and what it reveals about Mallorca's housing market

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What is the Peñón in Es Coll d’en Rabassa, Mallorca?

The Peñón in Es Coll d’en Rabassa is a seafront building on the promenade in Palma that has drawn attention because of its poor condition and current occupation. Local residents describe noise, rubbish and uncertainty around the building, while others see it as part of Mallorca’s wider housing crisis. Its location by the sea makes the contrast especially visible.

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