Calvià to invest 25 million euros in roads, Finca Galatzó and Paguera boulevard

Major paving program in Calvià begins in the autumn

Calvià is ramping up over the next twelve months: from September around 25 million euros will be invested in various infrastructure projects. According to the announcement, the money comes from a mix of EU and state funds as well as municipal contributions. It sounds like a lot — and it also means a lot of work for road crews and the administration.

Finca Galatzó: Restoration with a delicate touch

The largest single project so far is the restoration of the historic Finca Galatzó. The site is to be refurbished for just under 5.7 million euros. Work already began in August; you will see scaffolding, craftsmen and architects inspecting old walls. The aim is to make the house and surrounding paths safer for visitors without losing the character of the estate. A neighbour told me he saw workers discussing plans in the morning — it looked less like a large construction site and more like careful restoration.

Paguera to get a new boulevard

Work on the boulevard in Paguera will start in October. The promenade is to be modernised: wider sidewalks, new lighting, uniform paving — and, the municipality says, better accessibility for people with reduced mobility. Residents should expect temporary closures and detours, especially along the main route towards the beach. The construction phase will be carried out in stages so that shops remain accessible.

Stormwater pipes and daily life on the island

A less visible but crucial measure for many is the modernisation of the stormwater drains. In an island climate that sometimes sees heavy rain, intact channels are worth their weight in gold. The work should reduce flood risks and prevent long-term road damage. In the short term this also means cable cuts, open trenches and detours for bus lines — plan your journeys a little more generously.

The municipality emphasises that the projects should be completed within a year. Will that work? Deadlines on Mallorca have their own logic, a site manager told me with a smile yesterday. The fact is: those who live in Calvià or visit often will see the changes — some immediately, others only in a few years. For the town this could eventually mean cleaner streets, fewer puddles, and an estate that once again proudly welcomes visitors.