The Albera military base is the only facility in Catalonia where soldiers practice with explosives and live ammunition. The decision to block a public right-of-way passing through military property has sparked protests from the Alto al Foc a l'Albera platform.
“"The best security is to stop military maneuvers. When there are population centers so close, blocking the path does not solve the problem."
While Mayor Marc Sala emphasizes the economic benefits the 400 stationed soldiers bring to local businesses, the CUP party has proposed a resolution in the Catalan Parliament to permanently close the base and return the land for agricultural and environmental use.
