Beach profile · South-west
Cala Fornells
Last checked: September 2026
Picturesque rocky cove with platforms below the terracotta architecture designed by Pedro Otzoup.
Quick answer
Why Cala Fornells?
Clear water for snorkelling and a Mediterranean feel on man-made sunbathing platforms.
Who is it suitable for?
- Snorkellers
- Swimmers
- Photographers
Less suitable for
- Toddlers
- Sandcastle builders
Beach and water
Surface: coarse sand, length approx. 80 m, beach depth approx. 15 m. Water entry: steep entry, waves calm. Typical crowds: moderate. Best time of day: morning.
Facilities
Food and drink: restaurant. Toilets: seasonal. Showers: none. Sun loungers: available. Changing rooms: not available. Shade: natural shade. Lifeguards: not specified.
Getting there and parking
Parking: very limited parking. On foot: approx. 5 minutes. Parking situation: difficult. There is a seasonal bus service; check timetables in advance. The beach can also be reached from the water.
Families and accessibility
Because of the access or the surface, the beach is less suitable for small children. Accessibility: none. Dogs: no. Nudism: no.
Snorkelling and water sports
Snorkelling is worthwhile along the rocky edges. Diving is possible. SUP and paddling are possible. Available on site: SUP.
Safety and particular risks
Access via man-made stone and concrete platforms, plus ladders into deeper water.
Take particular note: slippery steps/ladders, no sandy area.
Beach facts
- Region
- South-west
- Municipality
- Calvià
- Nearest town
- Peguera / Cala Fornells
- Surface
- Coarse sand
- Length
- approx. 80 m
- Water entry
- steep entry
- Waves
- calm
- Shade
- natural shade
- Food and drink
- Restaurant
- Parking
- very limited parking
- Walk
- 5 minutes
- Bus
- seasonal
- Lifeguards
- not specified
- Accessibility
- none
- Coordinates
- 39.5311, 2.4383
Location of Cala Fornells in Mallorca.
Practical tip
Water shoes and snorkelling gear are essential here.
Good to know
The cove has only a small strip of sand, but plenty of rock and bathing platforms; you can walk there from Peguera, and Caló d'en Monjo is next door. Above the cove is the Hotel Aethos with its rooftop bar RAIG (Wed–Sun from 19:00, can also be booked by non-residents) – a spot for the sunset after a swim.
Nearby beaches
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Platja de Palmira
The largest of Peguera's three sandy beaches, lined by a lively pedestrian promenade. View beach profile →
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Platja de Camp de Mar
Family-friendly sandy beach with an offshore islet that is connected to the restaurant by a wooden footbridge. View beach profile →
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Platja Romana & Torà
Two adjoining fine-sand beaches in the eastern part of Peguera with trees in the background. View beach profile →
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Platja de Santa Ponça
Wide main beach of Santa Ponça with a shady pine grove at the back and full infrastructure. View beach profile →
Next steps
Region
More beaches in the South-west region (Palma, Portals, Andratx, Santa Ponça)
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Palma · Can Pastilla / El Arenal
Kilometre-long, fine-sand city and holiday beach with complete infrastructure and a gentle entry into the water.
Fine sand approx. 4.5 km gentle entry family-friendly Bus
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Palma · Palma centre
Palma's central city beach with a view of La Seu cathedral, right on the cycle and pedestrian path.
Fine sand approx. 750 m moderate entry family-friendly Bus
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Palma · Cala Major
Densely built-up but fine-sand cove just west of Palma with clear water and year-round infrastructure.
Fine sand approx. 200 m moderate entry family-friendly Snorkelling
Frequently asked questions about Cala Fornells
Where can you park at Cala Fornells?
Parking: very limited parking. On foot: approx. 5 minutes.
Is Cala Fornells suitable for children?
Suitable for children: no. Water entry: steep entry.
Are dogs allowed? Is there nudism?
Dogs: no. Nudism: no.
Can you get there without a car?
There is a seasonal bus service; check timetables in advance.
Is there shade?
Shade: natural shade.
Image credits: Cala Fornells: Photo Otto Domes, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons