Mallorca positions itself as a sporting paradise
Rafa Nadal & Co. have helped make the island a popular destination for both professional and amateur athletes, and many German athletes have made their second home there.
by Stefanie Claudia Müller
Spain is a sporting nation, and in many disciplines the Spaniards are world leaders. People like Rafa Nadal and Pau Gasol are also moral role models in society and this has also had an impact on tourism. According to the Spanish statistics authority INE some 10 million holidaymakers partake actively in sports during their stay in Spain. Many more come to watch the games and matches of their favourite clubs and tennis players in Madrid, Valencia, Seville or Barcelona.
This Spanish success is also due to a very good network of public training centres throughout the country, and t...