Boats at anchor in the turquoise water off the rocks of Caló des Màrmols

Beach profile · South-east

Caló des Màrmols

Last checked: September 2026

Isolated cove with fine sand and gleaming marble-like rock.

In brief

Why Caló des Màrmols?

One of Mallorca's most untouched natural paradises for ambitious hikers and sailors.

Who is it suitable for?

  • Hikers with stamina
  • Boat owners
  • Naturists

Less suitable for

  • Families with children
  • People with limited mobility

Beach and water

Surface: fine sand, length approx. 40 m, beach depth approx. 35 m. Water entry: shallow entry, waves calm. Typical crowds: quiet. Best time of day: early morning.

Facilities

Food and drink: none. Toilets: none. Showers: none. Sunloungers: not available. Changing rooms: not available. Shade: none. Lifeguards: no information.

Getting there and parking

Parking: no car access. Walk: approx. 90 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. Nude bathing: tolerated.

Snorkelling and water sports

Snorkelling is worthwhile along the rocky edges. Diving is possible.

Safety and particular risks

Only reachable via a 5 km coastal hike from Cap de Ses Salines or by boat.

Watch out for: Long hike in full sun, no drinking water.

Beach facts

Region
South-east
Municipality
Santanyí
Nearest town
Cala S'Almunia / Cap de Ses Salines
Surface
fine sand
Length
approx. 40 m
Water entry
shallow entry
Waves
calm
Shade
none
Food and drink
none
Parking
no car access
Walk
90 minutes
Bus
no
Lifeguards
no information
Accessibility
none
Coordinates
39.2903, 3.1028

Location of Caló des Màrmols in Mallorca.

Practical tip

Take at least 2 litres of drinking water per person and sun protection for the walk there and back.

Nearby beaches

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Nearby restaurants

  • Es Port · Santanyí
  • El Mirador de Cala Figuera · Santanyí

Next steps

Region

More beaches in the South region (Es Trenc, Colònia de Sant Jordi, Santanyí)

  • South-east · Cala Figuera / Santanyí

    Unspoilt sandy beach in the middle of the Parc Natural de Mondragó, surrounded by dense pine forests.

    fine sand approx. 145 m shallow entry family-friendly snorkelling

  • South · Ses Covetes / Colònia de Sant Jordi

    Natural sandy beach with shallow, turquoise water and dunes.

    fine sand approx. 2.0 km shallow entry family-friendly Bus

  • South · Cala Pi

    Fjord-like sandy cove set deep between steeply rising cliffs, with extremely calm water.

    fine sand approx. 100 m shallow entry family-friendly snorkelling

Frequently asked questions about Caló des Màrmols

Where do you park for Caló des Màrmols?

Parking: no car access. Walk: approx. 90 minutes.

Is Caló des Màrmols suitable for children?

Suitable for children: no. Water entry: shallow entry.

Are dogs allowed? Is nude bathing allowed?

Dogs: no. Nude bathing: tolerated.

Can you get there without a car?

There is no bus service.

Is there any shade?

Shade: none.

Image credits: Caló des Màrmols: Photo mateu mulet, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons