Tabarca, Spain’s smallest inhabited island, has seen significant improvements to its green spaces this summer. The municipal parks and gardens department, ‘Brota Alicante,’ has implemented a series of measures to beautify and strengthen the island’s landscaped areas. These measures include the planting of wind-resistant plant species and the distribution of decorative white gravel. These initiatives not only improve the island’s appearance but also ensure the stability of the land.
The Alicante City Council has carried out a thorough review of Tabarca’s green areas, focusing on land aeration, revising the irrigation system, and planting species adapted to adverse weather conditions, especially wind. In addition, the edges have been cleared and cleaned to eliminate unwanted weeds, thus presenting a pristine image of the island for the summer season.
Deputy Mayor and Councilor for the Environment, Manuel Villar, emphasized the City Council’s commitment to the conservation of Tabarca. More efficient cleaning and waste collection services have been implemented, such as a door-to-door system for hospitality establishments, thus eliminating the need for containers on the island’s picturesque streets. Furthermore, the only private plot of land in the uninhabited area of the island has been acquired, along with some traditional buildings, to ensure its environmental conservation.
These actions reinforce the value of the Tabarca Marine Reserve and demonstrate the council’s efforts to preserve and enhance this unique enclave in Alicante. The combination of wind-resistant plants and improved green infrastructure ensures that Tabarca not only maintains its natural beauty but also becomes a model of sustainability and environmental stewardship.
