Cala Varques

Who is it for?

• Hikers
• Naturists
• Cave snorkellers

Less suitable for

• Families with pushchairs
• People with limited mobility

Character of the beach

If you are looking for a cove without rows of sunloungers and a beach bar, this is one of the last easily reachable options. There is no water, no toilets and no real shaded spots – you need to bring your own food, drink and sun protection. Access crosses private land and is changed from time to time; follow the signs on site.

Beach and water

Surface: fine sand, length approx. 90 m, beach depth approx. 60 m. Getting into the water: gentle entry, calm waves. Typical crowds: moderate. Best time of day: morning.

Facilities

Food and drink: none. Toilets: none. Showers: none. Sunloungers: none. Changing rooms: none. Shade: hardly any, just the odd patch of shade from the rocks. Lifeguards: no information.

Getting there and parking

Parking: no car access to the cove, only roadside parking. Walk of about 30–45 minutes. Parking situation: extremely difficult. There is no bus service. 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: tolerated.

Snorkelling and water sports

Snorkelling is worthwhile along the rocky edges. Diving is possible. SUP and paddling are possible.

Safety and particular risks

No lifeguards. Cliff jumping is life-threatening because of shallow rock ledges.

Watch out in particular for: danger when cliff jumping, long walk without shade.

Beach facts

Region

East

Municipality

Manacor

Nearest town

Calas de Mallorca / Porto Cristo

Surface

Fine sand

Length

approx. 90 m

Water entry

gentle entry

Waves

calm

Shade

hardly any

Food and drink

none

Parking

no car access

Walk

30–45 minutes

Bus

no

Lifeguards

no information

Accessibility

none

Coordinates

39.4975, 3.2983

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Restaurants nearby

• Can March · Manacor
• Principal · Porto Cristo
• Perla Grill & Terrace · Porto Cristo
• Factoría (Gastrobar) · Manacor

Next steps

• Check hire cars Often the only sensible way to reach natural beaches
• Activities in the area Boat trips, hikes, caves
• Find the right holiday resort Stay near the beach instead of driving every day

Region

More beaches in the East region (Cala d'Or, Cala Millor, Canyamel)

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  Beach profile Directions
• Cala Mesquida

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  Fine sand approx. 300 m gentle entry family-friendly Snorkelling

  Beach profile Directions
• Cala Agulla

  North-east · Cala Ratjada

  The main beach of Cala Ratjada, framed by dense pine forest and clear water.

  Fine sand approx. 520 m gentle entry family-friendly Snorkelling

  Beach profile Directions

Frequently asked questions about Cala Varques