Traveling in a campervan for more than a few days requires properly managing your grey and black water tanks. It’s not complicated, but there are things worth knowing to keep your home on wheels in perfect condition and respect the environment. This guide shows you where, how, and when to dump in Mallorca.

Three Key Points for Proper Maintenance

1. Don’t Mix Waters — Always Use Authorized Dump Points

Grey water (shower, kitchen, sink) and black water (toilet) require different treatments. Even though it might be tempting to find a discreet spot to “release water,” authorized dump points have treatment systems that protect aquifers and the environment. Plus:

Fines: Dumping water in unauthorized places in Spain can result in penalties of €300 to €3,000.
Real harm: Bacteria from black water contaminate groundwater that others drink. On an island like Mallorca, every drop counts.
Your tank: Authorized points have proper discharge pressure. If you do it manually, you’ll damage the valves.

Tip: Plan your dump route like you would gas stations. Don’t wait until tanks are full.

2. Know Your Capacity and Consume Responsibly

A family of 4 fills the black water tank in 3-5 days (depends on the model). Grey water fills faster.

Ways to reduce consumption:

Short showers with water turned off while soaping
Cold water for washing dishes (you need to clean, not heat)
Use soluble WC paper specific for campervans (normal paper clogs)
Don’t throw food — scraps attract insects and clog systems

If you’re traveling more than a week without a nearby dump point, consider carrying 10L jerrycans to expand capacity.

3. The Correct Process at Each Point

Though it varies slightly, this is standard in Mallorca:

Park carefully — Points are designed, but require precision.
Black water first — Always. Pipes self-clean if black water goes first.
Grey water after — Carries residue from black water.
Fill fresh water tank — At the end, to “flush” the internal pipes.
Leave it clean — Some points are free access. Let the next person find what they expect.

Approximate cost: Between €2 and €5 per dump (some are free).

The 7 Dump Points in Mallorca

We’ve located and tested the main authorized points. Here they are organized by zone.

PALMA AND WEST ZONE

Green Point EMAYA – Son Castelló

📍 Carrer del Gremi de Sucrers i Candelers, 32 · Palma
🗺️ View on Google Maps
💰 Free (requires ID)
✅ Best: Largest point on the island, easy access, always space

CENTRAL ZONE

Wastewater Dump – Sineu

📍 Camí vell de Costitx · Sineu
🗺️ View on Google Maps
💰 €2-3 approximately
✅ Best: Central location, perfect for interior route
⚠️ Note: Check local hours — municipal points change seasonally

EAST ZONE (MANACOR – PORTO CRISTO)

Autonetoil

📍 Manacor–Porto Cristo Road, Km 5.5 · Manacor
🗺️ View on Google Maps
💰 €4-5
🕐 8:00-13:00 and 15:00-19:00 (approximate)
✅ Best: Professional car wash, guaranteed quality service
⚠️ Note: Call ahead if it’s a holiday

NORTH ZONE (POLLENÇA)

Can Pacienci – Camper Restaurant

📍 Road Ma-2200, km 54.2 · Pollença
🗺️ View on Google Maps
💰 €3-4 + consumption if you breakfast/eat
🍽️ Bonus: Restaurant with good Mallorcan food
✅ Best: Ideal northern location, relaxed atmosphere
⚠️ Note: Bar hours — call before 7am or after 22:00

ALCÚDIA BAY ZONE

Campervan Service Area – Muro

📍 Avinguda de Sineu, 32 · Muro
🗺️ View on Google Maps
💰 €4-5
✅ Best: Designed specifically for campervans, free fresh water
🔌 Bonus: Often has water, dump, and electricity (check condition)

Campervan Area – Son Serra de Marina

📍 Carrer Llarg · Son Serra de Marina
🗺️ View on Google Maps
💰 Free (often)
🏖️ Best: Small beach village, tranquil atmosphere, dumping by the Mediterranean
⚠️ Note: Verify availability — municipal point that may close

SOUTH ZONE (CAMPOS)

Wastewater Dump – Campos

📍 Road Ma-19 · Campos
🗺️ View on Google Maps
💰 €2-3
✅ Best: Southernmost point, ideal after Es Trenc or Ses Covetes
📍 Location: On route if coming from southern coast

Mental Map: Where to Dump Based on Your Route

Arrive in Mallorca (Palma)
    ↓
First dump → EMAYA (Palma) — Free, no rush
    ↓
Going north? → Can Pacienci (Pollença) — Halfway point
Going east? → Autonetoil (Manacor) — Professional, guaranteed
Going center? → Sineu — Central, quiet
Going south? → Campos — Ideal before leaving island
    ↓
Last dump before departure → EMAYA again — No leaks on ferry

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ “I’ll dump when I reach Barcelona”
→ Your tank will burst before then. Dump points between islands are limited. Dump before you leave.

❌ “I’ll use bottled water to avoid filling grey water”
→ Grey water fills anyway (shower, sink). The only way is not using water = impossible.

❌ “Public points are free — I’ll go anytime”
→ Many close Sundays, holidays, and in winter. A “free” closed point is worse than a paid open one.

❌ “I don’t need special WC paper”
→ Normal paper doesn’t dissolve in tanks. It will clog the valve. Special paper costs €2 extra.

Recommended Dump Schedule

Trip Duration	Frequency	Example
3-4 days	Once	Day 2 or 3
1 week	1-2 times	Day 3 and 6
2 weeks	2-3 times	Day 4, 8, and 12
1 month	Weekly	Every Friday

Remember: Better to dump too early than too late. A full tank isn’t an emergency, but a burst one is.

Before You Travel: Your Water Checklist

Do you know where your dump valve is? (Find it before leaving!)
Do you have soluble WC paper specific for campervans?
Do you know your tank capacities?
Have you saved this guide offline on your phone (Google Maps offline)?
Have you checked point hours (they may change in winter)?

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I shower if the grey tank is full?
Technically yes, but overflow will go to the ditch. Don’t do this. If it’s full, head to a dump point.

What happens if the black tank is full?
Besides odor, the valve can clog. Some travelers use biological additives (like Thetford) to reduce odors between dumps.

Are there points in winter?
Yes, but some close November to March. EMAYA (Palma) works year-round. Autonetoil too.

Can you fill fresh water at dump points?
Some yes, others no. Muro has free water. Check at each point.

Is it better to dump often or wait until full?
Better to dump frequently. A half-full tank takes up less mental and physical space, and is better for the pipe system.

Plan Your Campervan Trip

With this guide, tanks won’t be a problem in Mallorca. There are enough well-distributed points for any route. What matters is knowing them, planning, and respecting the environment.

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Practical Guide: Where to Dump Grey and Black Water in Mallorca