Bright sun, sandy beaches and legendary nightlife – Mallorca is a paradise for holidaymakers. But be careful: there are now strict bans on Ballermann.
The Ballermann in Mallorca is notorious for exuberant parties, but not everything is allowed. These measures are intended to create a more pleasant atmosphere for locals and guests and are enforced through increased police checks.
The residents and hoteliers of Mallorca are also paying attention: On their Twitter account “Por una Playa de Palma Cívica” they share pictures of violations and grievances at Ballermann and in the holiday region in general.
The consumption of illegal drugs is strictly prohibited and is punished with high penalties. Sex in public, whether on the beach, in the car or at the hotel window, as well as carelessly throwing away rubbish are also explicitly prohibited.
A new dress code has been introduced at Playa de Palma and Magaluf, the island’s party centers. Walking around shirtless off the beach and wearing adult costumes can result in fines.
Nude bathing is prohibited on sections of the beach that are not designated for this purpose and is also punishable by a fine.
The popular “balconing” is also prohibited and can lead to expulsion from the hotel and a fine of up to 60,000 euros. Here, holidaymakers jump from balcony to balcony or down into the hotel complex’s pool.
Visitors should be aware that certain items are prohibited on the Ballermann. These include, for example, inflatable sex dolls or towels with suggestive images.
The handling of alcohol at Ballermann and throughout Mallorca is subject to strict rules. Alcoholic drinks are not allowed to be sold between 9:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m., and flat rate drinking in bars is also prohibited. This also applies to the serving of alcohol in all-inclusive hotels.
Conspicuous drunkenness in public can be punished with a fine of up to 3,000 euros, and drinking alcohol in public is also prohibited. In addition, entry into a club or bar can be refused if you stand out in line for being too drunk.
The efforts to improve the island’s image and promote high-quality tourism are reflected in these regulations. The Balearic government is planning to reduce penalties for offenses and even lift some bans in order to find a balance between order and freedom for holidaymakers.
Despite these adjustments, the Ballermann’s “rules of etiquette” remain in place – violating these can still result in severe fines.
So anyone heading to Mallorca should inform themselves in advance and respect the new rules in order to ensure an untroubled and pleasant stay on the island.