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La Massana Alt de la Capa viewpoint controversy
Overview
The parish of La Massana announced a project to construct a scenic viewpoint at Alt de la Capa, situated at 2,572 meters in the Pal Arinsal area. The proposed structure, designed by architect Antoni Riberaygua and engineer Carles Puig, features a conical, amphitheater-style design made of thirteen concentric Corten steel rings. The project, estimated at 837,000 euros, aims to integrate nature tourism, culture, and astronomy through a collaboration with the Starlight project.
Following the announcement, a protest involving 250 to 300 people took place in the Plaça del Quart de la Massana. Organized by the group ‘Salvem la Capa’, the demonstration voiced concerns regarding the environmental and landscape impact of the construction. Protesters demanded that the Comú halt the project, citing a lack of transparent citizen participation and insufficient evaluation of alternatives. Demonstrators utilized slogans such as ‘Less cement, more life’ and ‘Our peaks do not need hats’ to oppose the infrastructure.
Entities
La Massana · Pal Arinsal · Alt de la Capa · Salvem la Capa · Cerni Escalé
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesMassana residents protest Alt de la Capa viewpoint project
Hundreds of people gathered in La Massana to protest the Alt de la Capa viewpoint project, demanding the Comú halt construction to protect the natural landscape and increase citizen participation.
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesLa Massana to build scenic viewpoint at Alt de la Capa
La Massana will invest approximately 837,000 euros to build a steel amphitheater-style viewpoint at Alt de la Capa, designed for 360-degree views and astronomical observation.
Sources
bondia.ad · diariandorra.ad