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Rents are crushing the Britendorado: Why businesses in Magaluf and Palmanova are giving up

Why winter has become so hard for Magaluf and Palmanova businesses

Winter footfall is down in Magaluf and Palmanova, while rents stay high and small businesses struggle to survive.

Published: April 22, 2026
Rents are crushing the Britendorado: Why businesses in Magaluf and Palmanova are giving up

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Why are so many bars and shops closing in Magaluf and Palmanova in winter?

The main reason is that the winter season is much weaker than the summer months, so there are far fewer customers. At the same time, rents and other fixed costs stay high, which makes it difficult for small businesses to survive on limited winter turnover. Many operators also struggle with staffing and with competition from larger shopping centres.

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