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Cala Marçal

Cala Marcal Beach

Cala Marcal – updated 24 January 2023.

Cala Marçal is known for its crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The town is surrounded by lush greenery and offers a variety of outdoor activities such as swimming, snorkeling, and hiking. The Cala Marçal beach is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the sun, while the nearby cliffs offer a beautiful view of the sea. This Blue Flag spacious beach is located on the eastern coast of the island 1km south of the marina and village of Portocolom.

Cala Marcal

Protected bay

The 500 m beach lies within a beautiful well-protected bay with rocks on both sides, fine white sand and clear waters. It is very popular, particularly during the summer months when it can get quite crowded.

Lighthouse

One of the main attractions in Cala Marçal is the lighthouse, which was built in 1857 and offers a panoramic view of the town and the sea. Visitors can also explore the nearby caves, which are home to a variety of marine life. The area is also popular for scuba diving and fishing.

Portocolom lighthouse

Ideal for families

Cala Marcal is ideal for families. The soft sand slopes into the sea, which is shallow and deepens gradually providing lots of space for the kids to swim and play.

Facilities

On the beach, you will find all of the facilities you could need such as sun lounges, parasols, showers and toilets and during the summer peak season, the beach is also supervised by a lifeguard. There is also one large beach bar serving a good assortment of drinks and snacks.

Snorkelling

Cala Marcal is popular with snorkelers because of the rocks but mostly, this is a beach for families, it is very safe and around the beach you will find everything you could need including shops, bars & restaurants.

Taking the car to Cala Marcal is easy, parking is available in the streets just south of the beach.

Cala Marçal

Portocolom

The local village of Portocolom is a sleepy, attractive traditional fishing village located on the east coast and is claimed rather dubiously as the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, although there is little evidence to support this.

Resisting the usual tourist onslaught associated with picturesque coastal villages, Portocolom is a maritime town located on a beautiful deep natural harbour in a large horseshoe-shaped bay.

In addition to the beach, Portocolom is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and bars where you can enjoy local cuisine and nightlife. The village also has a rich history and culture, and there are several monuments and landmarks to explore such as the church of Sant Antoni de Portmany and the lighthouse of Portocolom.

Fishing village charm

Lying 12km north of Cala d’Or and within the district of Felanitx, Portocolom has retained much of its traditional fishing village charm with fishing boats, sailing boats and the occasional luxury motor yacht anchored in the calm waters of the bay.

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Cala Deia

Cala Deia Beach

Cala Deia – updated 23 January 2023.

Cala Deia, located on the northwest coast of Majorca, is a hidden gem that offers visitors a peaceful and secluded getaway. The small bay is surrounded by rugged cliffs and lush greenery, making it the perfect destination for those looking to escape the crowds and enjoy nature.

Rocky beach

The beach is not considered to be family-friendly due to the rocky, shingle beach and lack of sand; it also has multiple jellyfish sightings during the summer months. The beach also has no umbrellas, lounge chairs, water sports activities or lifeguard and access to first aid is minimal. The beach does have toilets and showers.

The tiny cove beach is mostly made up of large rocks and small pebbles with glistening rock pools and great views.

Restaurants

 It has two restaurants, which both provide local cuisine such as tapas, paella and an assortment of fish.

Artists

Located just outside the beautiful village of Deià, the beach is very popular with locals and visitors and is a favourite destination for artists. It is not unusual to see the occasional celebrity on the beach.

Swimming, snorkelling & diving

Cala Deia is an ideal location for swimming, snorkelling and diving due to the crystal-clear waters; however, there are no equipment rental facilities on the beach so you will need to bring your own.

Climbing, hiking & cycling

The surrounding cliffs are popular with climbers and hikers, offering stunning views of the bay and the surrounding countryside. The area is also popular with cyclists and mountain bikers, with a number of trails and routes to explore.

Getting there

You can get to the beach by car and if you arrive early enough, there is a small car park or you could park in the village and walk, it is around 3 km.

Deia

The village of Deia, located above the bay, is also worth a visit. The small village is home to a number of traditional restaurants and bars, serving local food and drink. Visitors can also explore the local history and culture by visiting the local church or the artists' houses that dot the village. One of the prettiest villages in Mallorca, Deia is part of a landscape awarded World Heritage Site status. The writer Robert Graves famously lived in the village twice with many of his creative, artistic friends coming to visit and Deia quickly gained a reputation as an artist’s retreat.

Deia

Northwest coast

Cala Deia is also a great base for exploring the rest of the northwest coast of Majorca, with a number of other beaches and villages within easy reach. Cala Tuent, Cala Soller and Fornalutx are just a few of the many nearby places worth visiting.

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Cala Llombards

Cala Llombards Beach

Cala Llombards – updated 23 January 2023.

Cala Llombards beach is a hidden gem located on the southern coast of Majorca. Known for its crystal-clear waters and white sandy beaches, Cala Llombards beach is the perfect destination for those looking for a relaxing and peaceful beach break. With a variety of water sports available, such as snorkelling and paddle-boarding, as well as a range of local restaurants and bars, Cala Llombards beach offers something for everyone.

Whether you’re looking to soak up the sun or explore the surrounding area, Cala Llombards is the ideal spot for a day on the beach.

Cala Llombards

Picture-postcard setting

The beach is located in a beautiful petite cove with turquoise waters defined by rough, red rock walls and framed with pine trees.

Es Llombards

The secluded cove beach is located in the southeast of the island close to the small village of Es Llombards and around 10km from the handsome inland town of Santyani.

Cala Llombards

Snorkelling

Just 55m long but nearly 150m deep, Cala Llombards is not a big beach, but it is truly beautiful. It is surrounded by steep cliffs and has rocky areas, pine trees and bushes plus soft white sand and really crystal-clear water, which is ideal for snorkelling.

Off the beaten path

With the exception of those who live or rent in the surrounding area, the beach is not well-known and therefore it escapes the tourist crowds.

Cala Llombards

Family friendly

It is a safe beach for kids because there are very few waves and is popular with locals and tourists of all ages. There is a lifeguard present during the summer months.

Facilities

Facilities include lounge chairs and parasols plus showers and toilets; however, there are no water activities for hire.

Beach bar

You’ll find just one beach bar at Cala Llombards; which serves drinks and snacks.

Cala Llombards

Santyani

When you’ve packed up from the beach, we recommend a trip to the local town of Santyani, it’s a handsome town in southeast Mallorca. Both serene and historic, it is located between Parc Natural de Mondragó and Ses Salines and the honey-coloured architecture, fine choice of bars, boutique shops, art galleries & restaurants are a massive draw to tourists.

Particularly favoured by German tourists, this pretty, rural, authentically Mallorcan town is blessed with beautiful natural surroundings.

With a slow pace of life, quaint cobbled streets and majestic church, Santyani has a special quality. Sit down on one of the many terraces on the main square (Plaça Major) in front of the church and watch the world go by.

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