Cala Santanyí and Es Pontàs: Sandy cove, rock arch and a short path between them
Mallorca's southeast coast is rocky and rugged. Cala Santanyí is all the more special: a deep-cut bay with light sand and water that looks almost Caribbean in summer. Ten minutes away on foot is Es Pontàs, a natural rock arch through which boats pass when the sea is calm.
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The bay is located around three kilometers south of the town of Santanyí, between Cala Figuera and Cala Llombards. It is not large, but it has what many calas lack: sand right down to the water and a gentle entry.
The Beach
Around 80 meters wide, framed at the back by pine trees and rocks. The water remains shallow for a long way, so children can splash around easily. At the rocky edges to the left and right, a diving mask is worth it. In season, there are sun loungers, umbrellas, and a beach bar; out of season, you are often almost entirely alone.
Es Pontàs: The Rock Arch
From the beach, a path leads up the cliffs to the south; after about ten minutes, you are standing above Es Pontàs. The arch rises several hundred meters out of the water off the coast and is one of the most photographed sights in the south. It is most beautiful in the early morning when the sun shines through from the east. Climbing there is not a good idea, so just look.
Parking and Getting There
There is a small car park above the bay and street parking in the settlement. In July and August, they are full from late morning. If you arrive before ten or after five, you will have no problems. From Santanyí, it is around five minutes by car and fifteen minutes by bike. Tips for driving on the island: Driving on Mallorca.
What Is Nearby
- Cala Figuera: the fishing port with the boat houses, two kilometers to the north. More in Santanyí and Cala Figuera.
- Cala Llombards and Caló des Moro: two more bays further south, described in Es Llombards.
- Santanyí: market on Wednesdays and Saturdays, sandstone houses, good cafés.
- Snorkeling: the best spots in the area in Snorkeling on Mallorca.
When Is It Most Beautiful There?
May, June, and September. The water is warm enough, the car parks are free, and in September the sea is at its warmest. In August, the early morning is worth it. After autumn storms, seagrass may lie on the beach; this is natural and part of it, more on this in Jellyfish, Sea Urchins, and Posidonia.
Accommodation Nearby
Around Santanyí, Es Llombards, and Cas Concos, there are many fincas in the countryside, close enough for the morning at the beach and far enough for peace and quiet in the evening. Houses there: Fincas near Santanyí and Cala d’Or and Finca in Southern Mallorca.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Is Cala Santanyí Located?
In southeast Mallorca, about three kilometers south of Santanyí, between Cala Figuera and Cala Llombards.
Is Cala Santanyí Suitable for Children?
Yes, the sand reaches down to the water and the entry is shallow. In strong easterly winds, there can be waves.
How Do You Get to Es Pontàs?
On foot via the cliff path south of the bay, around ten minutes from the beach. You can see the arch from above, but you cannot swim there.
Where Can You Park at Cala Santanyí?
In the small car park above the bay or on the streets of the settlement. Come early in high summer.