Sóller Lifts Water-Saving Rules After Rainfall

After six weeks of restrictions, Sóller's town hall lifted the drinking water restrictions. The rainfall in the mountains has noticeably raised groundwater levels.

Sóller lifts water-saving rules – a welcome relief after wet days

On Thursday afternoon, the Sóller town hall announced that the drinking-water consumption restrictions would be lifted. Those who had been saving with the watering can yesterday could breathe a sigh of relief today—but not without the usual reminder: please stay mindful.

What changes concretely

Since the end of August, strict rules applied in the municipality: no filling of private swimming pools, no watering of gardens during the hot hours, and restrictions on cleaning vehicles and patios. The measure surprised many—it was the first time in about 25 years that Sóller had to take such steps. These activities may now resume, even though the town hall urges not to waste resources heedlessly.

Why the relaxation is possible: In recent days, showers and local thunderstorms have fallen mainly in the upper Tramuntana. The result: groundwater levels and spring inflows have recovered. A report published by the municipal administration notes a clear upward trend in flow rates, so that the existing intakes can currently meet the demand.

No jubilation, but cautious relief

Those who did their shopping at Plaça may have already noticed: conversations about the rain mixed with the market's din. Some farmers said the rain helped mainly higher up in the valley; in lower Sóller it remained somewhat drier. The town hall acknowledges this difference and emphasizes that the easing is not felt equally everywhere.

Also important: two municipal swimming pools had been closed during the shortages. The administration announced that opening dates would be adjusted to the current water levels—residents should watch notices and online information.

A thank you to the neighborhood: In the notice, the town administration explicitly thanks residents and businesses for their discipline during the saving measures. The cautious approach helped ensure supply security.

In the end, the message remains pragmatic: rain helped calm the situation, but Sóller is not immune to future droughts. A bit of prudence in water use remains warranted—for gardens, cars, and swimming pools alike.