The Palma Governing Board has approved declaring the Marxa des Güell a Lluc a Peu as an Activity of Municipal Public Interest. The march, which has been held since 1974, will take place next Saturday, August 1.
The Palma Governing Board has given the green light to the declaration of Municipal Public Interest for the Marxa des Güell a Lluc a Peu, an event that has become established in the city's summer calendar. The decision, made on July 29, recognises the cultural and social value of this popular initiative, which will kick off on Saturday, August 1 from Plaza Güell.
The declaration was made possible thanks to a request submitted by the Citizen Protection Association Grup Güell, the entity that organises the event. The City Council has noted that this is a tradition with over five decades of history, as the first edition dates back to 1974, and it has been gaining participation year after year.
The Council emphasises that one of its objectives is to support those citizen initiatives that promote cultural and social integration. In this sense, the Marxa des Güell a Lluc a Peu has become a reference point for the residents of Palma, who walk the route between Plaza Güell and the sanctuary of Lluc every first Saturday in August.
To ensure the smooth running of the day, various municipal departments will work together. These include the Local Police, Palma Firefighters, the departments of Infrastructure and Accessibility, Citizen Participation, Internal Government, Mobility, Natural Environment, and Animal Welfare, as well as the municipal company Emaya and the Municipal Sports Institute (IME).
The march, which gathers hundreds of participants each year, has not only a recreational component but also a strong popular connection. For the residents of Palma, it represents an opportunity to connect with nature and with a tradition that has been passed down through generations. The declaration of Municipal Public Interest strengthens this bond and ensures institutional support for future editions.
The organisers have expressed their satisfaction with the recognition, which they consider a boost to their efforts. The Citizen Protection Association Grup Güell has been working for years to keep this event alive, which combines sport, community, and devotion. The route, which starts from Plaza Güell and ends in Lluc, runs through paths and roads of the Serra de Tramuntana, a protected natural environment.
The City Council reminds that the declaration not only has symbolic value but also involves the coordination of municipal services to ensure the safety and well-being of attendees. A special traffic and cleaning operation is expected, as well as the presence of emergency personnel along the route.
The Marxa des Güell a Lluc a Peu is one of the most anticipated activities of the summer in Palma. Its long history and high participation make it a unique event that transcends mere sport to become a civic celebration. With this declaration, the Council aims to preserve the traditions that unite neighbourhoods and promote active citizen participation.
For those interested in participating, the march will start early on Saturday, August 1 from Plaza Güell. It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and use sun protection, as the route takes place in the height of summer and temperatures can be high. The organisation will provide refreshment points along the route.
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