The GOB has warned that the recent closure of the coastline of the l’Estalella estate may cause "irreversible impacts on habitats and species of high ecological value" included within protected areas of the Natura 2000 Network. The closure, carried out with wooden posts and game netting along the entire coastline bordering the estate, prevents passage along traditional paths previously used by hikers and cyclists between Racó de s’Arena (l’Estanyol) and Pas de Vallgornera. It should be remembered that this route had been authorized by the Llucmajor City Council as a hiking trail.