Regional Park San Pedro del Pinatar
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But even if you are not a `greenee´ read on because this day out offers something for everyone!
San Pedro del Pinatar lies at the northern most end of the Mar Menor and is the first town in Murcia after you cross the border
from the Valencian region. To access the park take the exit sign posted San Pedro playas from the roundabout decorated with a
fishing boat on the N332.
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The Mar Menor, or small sea, is one of the largest natural lagoons in the world. It is formed by the main coastline and the sand bar of La Manga, which separates it from the sea. Being only a maximum of 7 mts deep the water remains relatively warm throughout the year and so is known as the largest swimming pool in the world. There is an excellent car park with the `Nature Study and Wetlands Preservation Centre´ which is the rather grand name for the small visitor centre where you can obtain free park information. It is one of Murcia’s seven parks and, due to its importance, it has Ramsar status and the European Union (EU) Natura 2000 designation of Special Protection area (SPA). |
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In May 1992 EU governments adopted legislation designed to protect the most seriously threatened habitats and species across Europe. This legislation is called the Habitats Directive and complements the Birds Directive adopted in 1979. At the heart of both these Directives is the creation of a network of sites called Natura 2000. The Birds Directive requires the establishment of Special Protection Areas (SPAs) for birds. The Habitats Directive similarly requires Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) to be designated for other species, and for habitats. Together, SPAs and SACs make up the Natura 2000 series. All EU Member States contribute to the network of sites in a Europe-wide partnership. In total Spain currently has 563 SPAs covering 97,123 Km2 |
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The park covers about 850 hectares and is a salt marsh separated from the sea by sand dunes held in place by the vegetation. The path from the centre is around 5 kms and leads you around the park via the hides. There are many rock pools and you may be lucky to get an up close view of some bird life. I took the photo of the stilt only a few metres along from the centre. Much of it is soft sand and unfortunately unsuitable for disabled access. However the hide located in the car park area does have easy access with good views over a lake area. The park is the winter home for migratory species including: flamingos, curlews, godwits, redshanks, and various ducks. There are nesting colonies of avocets, stilts, and Kentish plovers. |
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Don’t only focus on the water keep you eyes open amongst the tree and vegetation areas as well. There are plenty of mammals and reptiles including red-tailed lizards and pygmy white-toothed shrew. |
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For those members of the family who may not be so interested in the park there are plenty of other options to enjoy a day out. |
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The beach, Playa Torre de la Derribada, can be directly accessed from the car park via a wooden decked path, but for Mar Menor beaches you will need to drive further south. San Pedro has plenty to offer sightseers or maybe a few hours relaxation in the Thalasia Health Spa complex offering lots of different treatments. You may also like to try a mud bath, which is reputed to have therapeutic qualities, especially for sufferers of muscle related problems. The Dos Mares shopping centre,which is even open on Sundays, is located to the southern end of San Pedro on the N332, will suit those needing a fix of shopping. I hope you enjoy your day out – however you decide to spend it. |
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PARK FACT FILE FACT FILE Location: Accessed via N332 San Pedro Playas exit Car Parking: Free Visitors Centre: Open daily except Monday Paths: Fairly flat but sandy Disabled Access: Limited WCs: Located in the car park Please follow: Rules for preserving the Reserve You are in a protected wildlife area with nesting birds. Keep dogs on a lead. To contribute to its preservation visitors should attempt to come in small groups, make as little noise as possible, not leave the paths marked out, respect animals and plants, not light fires, respect forestry rules, and leave no rubbish, waste or tracks of your presence along the route. Thank you. by Rob Innis |
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