Successful participation in the 1st Charity Race of the APB held on the occasion of the public unveiling of New Promenade in Palma
The fun run and walk, for charitable purposes, has raised more than 10,500 euros, all of which will be donated to Projecte Home Balears
Palma
16/11/2025- Port-city
- Transport and infrastructure
Today, Sunday, the Balearic Islands Port Authority (APB) held its 1st Charity Race, held on the occasion of the public unveiling of the New Promenade of Palma, with a successful turnout of over 2,100 registered participants, in an event that combined sport and solidarity. The start of the race was presided over by the president of the Government of the Balearic Islands, Marga Prohens, the mayor of Palma, Jaime Martínez, the president of the APB, Javier Sanz, the president of Projecte Home Balears, Jesús Mullor and the director of the APB, Toni Ginard.
President Sanz was absolutely "delighted" by the turnout and very satisfied with the outcome of the event. "We have handed over the promenade to the citizens, as promised, and with an impressive degree of participation," he said. "We have made a promenade for people, and we have celebrated it with a charity run for those of all ages to take part," he added.
As for the president of Projecte Home Balears, Jesús Muller, he thanked the APB for being the beneficiary of this charity event, as well as "for bringing together sport and solidarity for a just cause, such as rehabilitation and prevention of young people in the area of addiction, which is the field of Projecte Home. It is a cause for celebration," he concluded.
The event featured a packed weekend of dance and physical exercise activities open to the public, as well as a fair of exhibitors linked to sport and health. Today, Sunday, the day started with the 10 km race, followed by the children's races and then the 4 km race and walk for the general public. During the long race, participants were able to run through a restricted area of the port, such as the Poniente quays, which were opened to the public for the occasion.
The activities concluded with the prize-giving ceremony and the presentation by the APB to Projecte Home Balears of a cheque for the total amount collected, which came to 10,538.40 euros.
How the races were run
The sports programme included non-competitive children's events with different routes for ages up to 14 years old, as well as a four-kilometre fun walk open to everyone. Martina Ramis was the little girl in charge of cutting the ribbon that started the final event, in which the citizens were able to walk along Palma’s brand new Promenade.
As for the sporting events, there were a four- and ten-kilometre races. Antoni Gran was the overall winner of the men's 10 km race, with a time of 32 minutes and 15 seconds, followed by Lluís Caldentey and José Luis Lobay, in second and third place respectively. In the women's category, Leonor Font won with a time of 36 minutes and 8 seconds, ahead of Francisca De Villalonga in second place and María José Medina in third.
In the 4 km race, Yoel Bastida was the winner in the men's category with a time of 13 minutes and 42 seconds, followed by Pau Garcia in second place and Pedro Olmo in third. In the women's race, Carolina Routier won with a time of 16 minutes and 12 seconds, followed by Lucia Monte and Sandra Moreno.
In addition, the three groups with the highest number of participants were recognised, a category designed to promote the participation of schools, sports clubs and associations. The Verge del Carme and Montision schools and the Malif Mallorca Trail sports club were the winners, receiving cheques for 500, 300 and 200 euros worth of sports equipment respectively.
Presentation to the public
The aim of the event was threefold: to involve citizens in the public unveiling of this new urban space on Palma's seafront promenade, to encourage physical activity in an emblematic setting in Palma, and to raise funds for a charitable cause. This initiative was the first of a series of initiative that will turn the new promenade into a permanent civic hub.
With this race, the APB completes the comprehensive transformation of the connection between the port and the city. The renovation of Palma's promenade has created a greener, more accessible and sustainable space, designed for public enjoyment and active mobility.
This APB project involved an investment of over €50 million and the transformation of 3.5 kilometres of seafront. The new promenade gives priority to pedestrians and cyclists, expands green areas and promotes sustainable mobility, reducing the prominence of road traffic.
Over the three years of construction, more than 2,300 new trees have been planted, 37,000 m² of landscaped areas have been created and large areas have been set aside for pedestrians, cyclists and recreational spaces. The project has incorporated sustainable drainage systems, smart LED lighting and charging points for electric vehicles.
