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Water quality update in Roses | Oct 31

31/10/2025 11:39 The City Council, together with the Consorci d’Aigües de la Costa Brava, AGBAR and the Department of Health of the Generalitat, is continuously monitoring trihalomethane (THM) levels from the analyses of the municipal drinking water supply. Latest THM analysis results Date THM (μg/L) 7 October 111 10 October 96 14 October 92 17 October 102 21 October 82 24 O…

The Roses Marina car park once again offers two hours of free parking until Easter

Port of Roses, October 29, 2025. Starting this November 1st, the car park at the Roses Marina will once again offer the general public two hours of free parking, an initiative that was already implemented during last year’s low season at the port. With this measure, the Port aims to promote easy and open access to the waterfront during the winter months, making it easier for both residents and v…

Raimon Roca, elected new president of the Catalan Association of Sports and Tourist Ports (Ports of Catalonia-ACPET)

The also managing director of the Club Nàutic l'Escala takes over from Albert Bertran, who has been at the head of Ports de Catalunya-ACPET for almost eight years. The Catalan Association of Sporting and Tourist Ports (Ports of Catalonia-ACPET) has elected Raimon Roca Roig as its new president, taking over from Albert Bertran, who is leaving the position after almost eight years. Roca, who is als…

Recommendations on the consumption of water from the Roses supply network

  Below we offer information regarding possible questions about the recommendations for consuming water from the Roses supply network. 09/10/2025 13:56 Frequently Asked Questions What are trihalomethanes? They are a family of by-products that result from the interaction between chlorine, necessary for drinking water disinfection, and organic matter that may be dissolved in the water. Are trihalo…

JAN HEUNINCK, EUROPEAN CHAMPION OF SAILING SKATE 2025

The European Cup has closed an epic weekend in Roses with a Catalan podium and an international fleet! With 39 participants from four different countries (Spain, Andorra, France and Belgium), the CN Sitges sailor, Jan Heuninck, has won in 5 tests marked by the variety of winds: from the gregal and the soft marinade of the first days to the powerful south wind (18 knots!) that has put the fleet to …

2025 EUROPEAN PATÍ A VELA CUP

On 17, 18 and 19 October, GEN Roses is organising the 2025 European Patí a Vela Cup.

The European Patín a Vela Cup is the most important international competition for the Patí a Vela (or Patí Català) one-design class. What it is: It is an international regatta held annually, where sailors from the Patín a Vela class compete, mainly from countries with a tradition in this discipline (such as Catalonia, Belgium and France). Boat: The Patí a Vela is a light sailing boat (a one…

N2 Windsurf chronicle

The GEN Roses has kicked off the windsurfing season with the organization of the Vila de Roses Trophy, the first test of the Catalan circuit. The regatta, held this weekend in the Bay of Roses, has had the participation of almost 60 sailors from various Catalan clubs, consolidating itself as a vibrant start for the regional competition.

The competition started strongly on Saturday, taking advantage of the classic marinade of the bay to celebrate a total of four tests for each class. Wind conditions allowed sailors to demonstrate their technique in known waters. On Sunday, however, the tramuntana entered strongly, limiting the program to only one last test for the participants of IQ Foil, and putting an end to the weekend of compe…

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…

José Moyano Izquierdo, distinguished with the 2025 Silver Drachma for his contribution to Roses

On August 15th, the Silver Drachma Award ceremony took place at the Roses Municipal Theatre, the highest distinction with which the council recognizes individuals, entities or groups from Roses who stand out for the value of their activities, for their contribution to society or for the projection of the municipality. This year, it was awarded to the Roses businessman José Moyano Izquierdo, founder of the Prestige Hotels Group.

The award recognizes his contribution to the tourist and social development of Roses, with a career marked by the creation of opportunities and commitment to the municipality. José Moyano's life and business project has been closely linked to Roses for decades. From the beginning, with the opening of the first hotel establishments, to the consolidation of the Prestige Hotels Group, Moyano has bec…

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…

SUMMER RECREATIONAL BOATING SAFETY CAMPAIGN 2025

The Ministry of Transport presents the 2025 nautical safety campaign: “Pay attention to the law of the sea”

The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has launched its new Nautical Safety Campaign for summer 2025 , with the aim of promoting safer navigation among recreational boat users and avoiding maritime accidents during the high season. The campaign, recently presented in Santander, emphasizes the importance of knowing and complying with maritime regulations , as many accidents could be…