PARKING AT MALLORCA AIRPORT
Don’t know where to charge an electric car in Mallorca? More and more drivers are opting for electric vehicles to travel around Mallorca, and the island offers various charging points at your disposal. These vehicles do not emit pollutants and are extremely quiet, thus reducing pollution and noise, making them the future of the island’s and Spain’s vehicle fleet. Additionally, you’ll save a lot of money on fuel.
If you own an electric car, here’s a rundown of the current options for quick and easy charging in Mallorca. There are numerous charging stations, which helps promote sustainable mobility on the island. Take note of all the possible options to make your journey smooth and hassle-free. At PARKTRAVEL Mallorca (https://www.parkandtravelmallorca.com/en/) we’ll guide you through it.
FAST CHARGING POINTS FOR ELECTRIC CARS IN MALLORCA
If you want to know the exact locations of all electric car charging points in Mallorca, you can find comprehensive maps online that help you locate the nearest points according to your route and location, such as Electromaps.
However, to give you a rough idea, we will show you different options for charging an electric car in Mallorca and their features.
CAR RENTAL PLATFORMS IN MALLORCA
Some car rentals companies may have their own charging stations and parking spaces with exclusive chargers for electric vehicles rented from theis company, although this is not very common.
For example, the car rental company in Mallorca ROIG Rent a car (https://www.roig.com/en/) has charging points. You can rent an electric vehicle with a full charge and they will provide you with the information you need to access the nearest electric car charging points in Mallorca. ROIG also offers the option to rent hybrid vehicles so you can switch to traditional fuel when you deem necessary.
MELIB NETWORK
The Melib network is public and has over 350 charging points available for electric vehicles in Mallorca. Each of these stations is managed by the local municipality, and charging is free of charge.
Drivers wishing to use these facilities must register on the Melib app, available on Android and iOS devices. It is also possible to use the stations directly without registering, after contacting the company.
These points are perfect for avoiding hassle during your visit and for extending your vehicle’s range every time you stop for a meal or visit the island’s key landmarks and its most beautiful surrounding villages. However, current regulations do not allow for usage of more than 2 consecutive hours.
ENDESA X NETWORK
Another place to charge an electric car in Mallorca is the Endesa X Network. The company operates 40 fast-charging stations across different areas of the island.
The minimum charging speed at these stations is 22 kW per hour, allowing for a full charge in about 2 hours. Additionally, you can request an Endesa X card to streamline the process, although you should keep it handy in your vehicle for whenever you need it.
ELECTRIC CAR PARKING IN MALLORCA
The island is making every effort to promote the adoption of electric vehicles in the urban fleet. Local councils are committed to using alternative energies to fossil fuels to facilitate the process and adopt measures set by the European Union. If you’re looking for electric car parking in Mallorca, consider the following options.
FREE ORA ZONE
Electric vehicles equipped with the environmental or zero emissions badge issued by the General Directorate of Traffic can use these parking spaces without time restrictions and without needing to obtain a ticket or proof in accordance with ORA regulations.
ZAR PARKING AREAS
Similarly, vehicles identified as electric can also park in ZAR zones located in various areas of the island, such as the parking spaces at Plaza de la Reina and J. Anselm Clavé Street in Palma.
MUNICIPAL PARKING (SMAP)
Electric vehicles have access to municipal parking spaces with charging points distributed as follows: parking spaces in Parque del Mar, Marqués de La Sènia, Vía Roma, Manacor, Santa Pagesa, or Sa Riera. The first half hour of parking is free.
SABA AND ENDESA NETWORK
Saba in conjunction with Endesa allows you to park and charge your electric vehicle comfortably within their network. This way, you will have a parking space and a charging point exclusively for your use, so you don’t have to worry about anything else.
The Saba network has numerous charging points, with a monthly fee that covers both parking and “X” number of charges, so you can explore Mallorca with peace of mind. It’s undoubtedly one of the best places to charge an electric car in Mallorca.
ELECTRIC CAR CHARGING POINTS IN PALMA
Here are some options for electric car charging points to help you travel comfortably in Palma:
MUNICIPAL CHARGING STATIONS ON PUBLIC STREETS
These spaces are reserved solely for charging electric vehicles and can only be used while charging. They are not regular parking spaces. If you have any issues, you can contact the municipal charging station support service by calling 900 705 900.
For electric car charging zones, you’ll find these stations on the following streets:
- Aragó, número 2
- Sant Ferràn, 36
- Passeig Mallorca, 28
- Plaça Alexander Fleming
- Joan Maragall (Avingudes)
- Francesc Fiol I Juan, 12
- Balanguera, 29
- Sant Miquel, 77
- Plaza Reina, 3
- Setze de Juliol, 83
LIDL SUPERMARKET CHAIN
This chain has charging points for electric cars at all its stores, which you can use during supermarket opening hours. These are semi-fast chargers with 22 kWh free and are available only for Lidl customers.
The maximum charging time is 30 minutes. However, if there are no other customers waiting to charge their vehicles, it is possible to extend the charging time in 30-minute increments. To do so, simply press the button on the selected connector.
SMAP PARKING IN PALMA
As previously mentioned, the public car parks available in Palma have designated spaces for electric vehicles with 22 kWh chargers completely free for the first half hour of charging. After these 30 minutes, the driver will need to pay for the parking, but the charging will remain free.
PETROL STATIONS WITH ELECTRIC CAR CHARGING POINTS IN MALLORCA
Among the petrol stations that have electric car charging points in Mallorca, you will find the following:
FEBRER GASOLINERAS. E.E.S.S.
These service stations have web and mobile applications to help you find the nearest charging points. This is a large community with many electric car drivers, and here are some of their charging points:
- LIDL – Camino de la Vileta, en Camino de la Vileta, 21 (Palma de Mallorca)
- Camí de Jesús, 34 (Palma de Mallorca)
- Carrer Marquès de la Sènia, 32 (Palma de Mallorca)
- Rcnp port de plaisance, en Carrer Contramoll Mollet, 20 (Palma de Mallorca)