Fortunately, at least at a local level, there is something being done. Created in 1998 and covering over 13,000 hectares, the Cap de Creus National Park was Spain’s first combined marine-terrestrial reserve. Virtually all forms of development are restricted, as are anchoring, fishing and some water sports. The area now enjoys exceptionally clear waters and a return of several species of fish, marine flora and coral that had previously disappeared. “We want to see similar reserves all over the Mediterranean basin,” said Lopez. “Catalunya is showing the way forward, but internationally coordinated action needs to be taken. Before it’s too late.”
More info:
www.projecteninam.org for details of the project and boat charters available to the public.
www.parcsdecatalunya.net for Cap de Creus National Park.
www.opengis.uab.cat/WMS/cetcat/ for the updated chart showing cetacean sightings around Roses.
www.roses.cat for other things to do around Roses—walking, water sports and places to visit such as the restored Roman fort of La Cuidadela, the Aiguamolls wetlands nature reserve and the Salvador Dali House at Port Lligat.
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