Palma de Mallorca: boating safety
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Palma is the largest yachting and charter centre in the Balearic Islands, with many marinas along the city waterfront. Typical trips go around Mallorca's south-west coast and to the Cabrera archipelago national park.
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Weather
Salvamento Marítimo's Palma centre (CRCS Palma) broadcasts the coastal weather bulletin on VHF channel 10, announced on channel 16, at 07:35, 10:35, 15:35 and 20:35 UTC.
AEMET (Spanish State Meteorological Agency) ▾
Local rules
Anchoring on Posidonia oceanica seagrass is banned throughout Balearic waters. Anchor on sand or use an authorised buoy field.
Govern de les Illes Balears (Cuidam la posidònia) ▾
To sail, anchor or dive in the Cabrera Archipelago National Park you need an authorisation, requested online in advance.
Govern de les Illes Balears (Espacios naturales protegidos) ▾
Hospital and medical
Son Espases University Hospital in Palma runs a 24-hour emergency department for adults and children.
Hospital Universitario Son Espases ▾
Frequently asked
Who do I call in an emergency at sea near Palma de Mallorca?
Call 112 and ask for Salvamento Marítimo. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16, or a DSC distress alert on channel 70.
Where do I get the marine forecast for Palma de Mallorca?
Salvamento Marítimo's Palma centre (CRCS Palma) broadcasts the coastal weather bulletin on VHF channel 10, announced on channel 16, at 07:35, 10:35, 15:35 and 20:35 UTC.
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