Environment

Port of Roses removes old anchor blocks from Almadrava and Canyelles and completes the implementation of ecological dead ends

The Port of Roses is carrying out the removal of a total of 35 anchor blocks from the beaches of Almadrava and Canyelles this October, once the installation of the new ecological anchors has been completed during the summer. The actions have been carried out based on an environmental diagnosis, which has determined which concrete blocks could be removed without harming marine habitats.

This extraction completes the process of renovation of the anchoring systems on the Rosinc coast which, in addition to installing the new ecological anchorage models, has incorporated an environmentally relevant intervention: the elimination of old elements that can be extracted without compromising the conservation of the seabed. Previously, Port de Roses has commissioned the Marine Conservation …

The annual cleaning of the seabed of Port de Roses removes 280 kg of waste

This weekend Port de Roses, with the collaboration of the Club Badia de Roses, has carried out a new day of cleaning the seabed of the port, which resulted in the extraction of 280 kg of waste, mostly plastics, glass, tires and fishing gear. The cleaning is carried out annually and is part of the set of actions that the port carries out for the improvement and conservation of the natural environment.

The maritime area where the cleaning tasks have been carried out this year has been the mouth of the port, specifically the space between the contradít of the Port Esportiu and the Moll de Pescadors. Another area where action has been taken has been the stone area of ​​the breakwater , where the garbage that the sea carries towards the coast accumulates. Among the waste removed is a wide vari…

ECONàutic: Sailing Towards a More Sustainable Future

Committed to protecting the marine environment and promoting responsible boating, Port Roses takes part in the ECONàutic project, an initiative led by the Catalan Association of Marinas and Tourist Ports (ACPET) that promotes environmentally responsible practices throughout the recreational boating sector. To encourage better waste management on board, berth holders at the marina can now collect …

24 ports and 101 beaches awarded with the Blue Flag 2026

On May 5th, the 2026 Blue Flag awards were officially announced, and the Port of Roses continues to receive this prestigious distinction. This marks the 40th consecutive edition, with the award now present in 51 countries across all 5 continents. Catalonia maintains its leading position within the 2026 Blue Flag programme with a total of 101 awarded beaches across 40 municipalities, consolidating …

Roses hosts the 22nd technical conference of Ports de Catalunya-ACPET with more than 200 industry professionals.

The 22nd Ports de Catalunya-ACPET Technical Conference brought together more than 200 attendees and over 30 speakers in Roses this week in a new edition of the leading event for Catalonia’s marinas and tourist ports. Organised by Ports de Catalunya-ACPET, with the Port of Roses serving as host port, the conference turned Roses into a meeting point for the Catalan nautical and port sector during …

New Royal Decree 191/2026 to protect posidonia in the Mediterranean

The government has approved Royal Decree 191/2026, a new regulation aimed at protecting Posidonia oceanica seagrass meadows, a key marine ecosystem in the Mediterranean. Posidonia is a marine plant that forms extensive underwater meadows. These areas are essential as they produce oxygen, improve water quality, provide habitat for many species, and help protect coastlines from erosion. However, the…

Repairs to the Montjoi to Jóncols road to recover sections damaged by rain and improve accessibility

The Infrastructure and Services Department of the Roses City Council is currently carrying out repair work on the Montjoi to Jóncols road. The work is in response to the detection of different sections damaged due to the episodes of rain last year, which affected the conditions of road traffic on this communication route between different areas of Cap de Creus.

The public road that runs between Montjoi and Jóncols, with an approximate length of 6,300 meters, is one of the main roads of the Cap de Creus Natural Park and the only communication link between several inhabited centers of Roses. In addition to the intense traffic during the tourist season, the garbage collection truck circulates throughout the year, as well as individuals and other public ser…

Underwater cleaning: Montjoi and fishing port.

The Port of Roses has recently carried out two underwater cleaning operations aimed at preserving the marine environment and ensuring a more sustainable port and coastline.The activities took place at Cala Montjoi and the fuel station area of the fishing port, where port staff, together with members of the Club Badia de Roses, Submon, and the Roses Fishermen’s Guild, removed various types of was…

Anchoring respectful of the map of the Seagrasses of Catalonia

Among the posidonia and the rocks

Guided snorkelling tour

Come and discover the Park and its marine ecosystems through a combination of activities, games introducing the Park and direct observation of the seabed. Saturday, 13 September 2025. Mas Caials, Cadaqués. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., low difficulty. Free activity with limited places. Information and registration at: pncapcreus@gencat.cat / 972 193 191 You must know how to swim. You must bring a swims…

Roses launches an audiovisual campaign to raise awareness about tourism sustainability

Turisme de Roses is launching a new campaign this week that aims to raise awareness among both local citizens and visitors about the importance of their active role in the sustainability of the municipality. The campaign includes the dissemination of 17 short videos made with the 2D motion graphics animation technique, and is part of the “Canvia't el xip 2” project, included within the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan (PRTR) and financed with Next Generation EU funds.

Through a dynamic, fresh and approachable style, the audiovisual capsules address issues related to respect for the environment, but also economic, cultural and social aspects. Topics include waste management, the use of tourism resources, energy efficiency, coexistence between tourists and residents, or the promotion of local consumption, among others. The videos are segmented according to…

New Master Plan for the Use and Management of Cap de Creus Natural Park

On July 30, 2025, the Official Gazette of the Government of Catalonia (DOGC) published Order TER/130/2025, dated July 23, approving the new Master Plan for the Use and Management (PRUG) of the Cap de Creus Natural Park. This document sets out the guidelines and regulations for conservation, public use, and permitted activities within the natural park, both on land and at sea. The PRUG will enter i…

Roses achieves Biosphere destination certification for its commitment to tourism sustainability

Roses has obtained the Biosphere Certified seal after verifying the correct implementation of sustainable practices aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Membership is a commitment to responsibility, awareness and the claim of sustainability as fundamental pillars in the management of the destination. The Port of Roses, for its part, has been recognized with Biosphere Committed membership.

The municipality of Roses has been officially recognized as a Biosphere Certified destination, a distinction that endorses its commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement in tourism management. The certification, awarded by the Responsible Tourism Institute (RTI), confirms that Roses meets international standards in terms of sustainable development, according to the principles of the 2…

23 ports and 101 beaches awarded the Blue Flag 2025 in Catalonia

The Roses Marina hosted the official ceremony for the presentation of the 2025 Blue Flags last Friday, June 6, awarding Catalan beaches and ports recognized this year for their environmental quality, safety, and excellence in services. The Roses port itself was among the awardees and raised its flag during the event.

The Minister of Territory, Housing and Ecological Transition, Sílvia Paneque i Sureda, participated last Friday, June 6, in Roses, in the official ceremony of awarding the 2025 Blue Flags to Catalan beaches and ports recognized this year for their environmental quality, safety and excellence in services. Accompanied by the mayor, Josep Maria Martínez, and the president of the Association of Envi…