Beach profile · North
Cala Murta (Pollença)
Last checked: October 2026
Hidden pebble cove in a sheltered valley floor of oaks and pines on Formentor.
In brief
Why Cala Murta (Pollença)?
Crystal-clear water, solitude and free-roaming donkeys in untouched nature.
Who is it suitable for?
- Hikers
- Snorkellers
- Nature lovers
Less suitable for
- Comfort-seekers
- Families with toddlers
Beach and water
Surface: pebbles, length approx. 80 m, beach depth approx. 25 m. Water entry: moderate entry, waves calm. Typical crowds: quiet. Best time of day: morning.
Facilities
Food and drink: none. Toilets: none. Showers: none. Sunloungers: not available. Changing rooms: not available. Shade: natural shade. Lifeguards: no information.
Getting there and parking
Parking: no car access. Walk: approx. 25 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. Nude bathing: no.
Snorkelling and water sports
Snorkelling is worthwhile along the rocky edges. Diving is possible.
Safety and particular risks
Remote cove on the Formentor peninsula. Donkeys and goats often cross the path.
Watch out for: No mobile reception, no infrastructure.
Beach facts
- Region
- North
- Municipality
- Pollença
- Nearest town
- Port de Pollença
- Surface
- pebbles
- Length
- approx. 80 m
- Water entry
- moderate entry
- Waves
- calm
- Shade
- natural shade
- Food and drink
- none
- Parking
- no car access
- Walk
- 25 minutes
- Bus
- seasonal
- Lifeguards
- no information
- Accessibility
- none
- Coordinates
- 39.9486, 3.1772
Location of Cala Murta (Pollença) in Mallorca.
Practical tip
From the car park on the road to Cap Formentor, a paved private forest track leads down in 25 min. Access to the Formentor peninsula (this also affects Cala Murta) is restricted for private cars from 15 May to 18 October 2026, 10:00–22:00; TIB bus line 334 is an alternative. TIB bus line 334 Alcúdia–Formentor runs seasonally alongside the restriction (2026: 15 May to 18 October).
Nearby beaches
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Platja de Formentor
Narrow sandy beach on the Formentor peninsula, where pine branches reach almost to the water. View beach profile →
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Port de Pollença (Platja d'Albercuix)
Narrow sandy beach along the famous 'Pine Walk' pedestrian promenade under old pine trees. View beach profile →
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Platja d'Alcúdia
Wide, light sandy beach with a very shallow entry and play and sports facilities. View beach profile →
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Platja de Muro (Sector 1 & 2)
Family-friendly sandy beach with a long belt of dunes and a shallow entry. View beach profile →
Nearby restaurants
- Terrae · Port de Pollença
- 3/65 · Pollença
- Riyans Thai Restaurant · Port de Pollença
- Bellaverde · Port de Pollença
Next steps
Region
More beaches in the North region (Alcúdia, Pollença, Can Picafort)
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North · Can Picafort / Platja de Muro
Unspoilt dune section of Platja de Muro in the S'Albufera nature reserve, with no hotel development.
fine sand approx. 1.5 km shallow entry family-friendly Bus
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North · Son Serra de Marina
Expansive, unspoilt sandy beach with protected dunes – popular with windsurfers and kitesurfers.
fine sand approx. 450 m moderate entry snorkelling Bus
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North · Can Picafort
Officially designated year-round dog beach between Can Picafort and Son Serra de Marina.
rock approx. 240 m shallow entry snorkelling Bus
Frequently asked questions about Cala Murta (Pollença)
Where do you park for Cala Murta (Pollença)?
Parking: no car access. Walk: approx. 25 minutes.
Is Cala Murta (Pollença) suitable for children?
Suitable for children: no. Water entry: moderate entry.
Are dogs allowed? Is nude bathing allowed?
Dogs: no. Nude bathing: no.
Can you get there without a car?
There is a seasonal bus service; check timetables in advance.
Is there any shade?
Shade: natural shade.
Image credits: Cala Murta (Pollença): Photo Sergei Gussev, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons