Beach profile · South-west

Portals Vells (Platja de Sa Chapa)

Last checked: September 2026

Idyllic, natural pine-fringed cove with a flat sandy beach, surrounded by spectacular rock formations and caves.

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In brief

Why Portals Vells (Platja de Sa Chapa)?

Access to the historic cave 'Cova de Portals Vells' (Mare de Déu) and snorkelling opportunities along the cliffs.

Who is it suitable for?

Nature lovers
Snorkellers
Boat owners

Less suitable for

Wheelchair users
People with reduced mobility

Beach and water

Surface: fine sand, length approx. 30 m, beach depth approx. 20 m. Water entry: shallow entry, waves calm. Typical crowds: busy. Best time of day: early morning.

Facilities

Food and drink: chiringuito (beach bar). Toilets: none. Showers: none. Sunloungers: not available. Changing rooms: not available. Shade: natural shade. Lifeguards: not specified.

Getting there and parking

Parking: very limited parking. Walk of about 8 minutes. Parking situation: difficult. There is no bus connection. The beach can also be reached from the water.

Families and accessibility

The entry is suitable for families with 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. Available on site: SUP, kayak.

Safety and particular risks

Natural shoreline. Wear sturdy shoes when exploring the rock caves.

Particular points to note: rockfall from the rock faces.

Beach facts

Region: South-west
Municipality: Calvià
Nearest town: Sol de Mallorca
Surface: Fine sand
Length: approx. 30 m
Water entry: shallow entry
Waves: calm
Shade: natural shade
Food and drink: Chiringuito (beach bar)
Parking: very limited parking
Walk: 8 minutes
Bus: no
Lifeguards: not specified
Accessibility: none
Coordinates: 39.4744, 2.4808

Location of Portals Vells (Platja de Sa Chapa) on Mallorca.

Practical tip

Can be combined with a short hike to the neighbouring coves of Platja del Mago (nudist) and Platja del Rei.

Good to know

Portals Vells consists of several small sandy coves in the pine forest. At the southern end there is a rock cave with a chapel carved into the stone; the hike to the lighthouse at Cap de Cala Figuera also starts here.

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Frequently asked questions about Portals Vells (Platja de Sa Chapa)

Where can you park at Portals Vells (Platja de Sa Chapa)?

Parking: very limited parking. Walk of about 8 minutes.

Is Portals Vells (Platja de Sa Chapa) suitable for children?

Suitable for children: yes. Water entry: shallow entry.

Are dogs allowed? Is nudism allowed?

Dogs: no. Nudism: tolerated.

Can you get there without a car?

There is no bus connection.

Is there any shade?

Shade: natural shade.

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Image credits: Portals Vells (Platja de Sa Chapa): Photo Rudolfo Kithera, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons