Palmanova: Beaches, Promenades and Coastal Paths
Accommodation in Palmanova
Palmanova is at its best along its coastline: three white-sand beaches, promenades with green spaces and a one-hour circular walk offer different ways to enjoy days by the sea. There are also specific opportunities for exercise and sports. When searching for a holiday apartment, it can therefore help to decide in advance whether beach time, walks or activities on the water are most important to you.
Three beaches on the coast of Palmanova
The three white-sand beaches are Es Carregador, Palmanova Beach and Son Maties. Es Carregador is next to the Club Marítimo and is also known as Playa de Morocco. The name recalls the first hotel built on this stretch of coast. At Palmanova Beach, the fine white sand that covers the shore today was created by artificial sand replenishment. The beach is half a kilometre long; sea currents alter the coastline depending on the season.
Cala Blanca is also part of Palmanova’s coastline. Son Maties lies between Punta de sa Torre Nova, also known as Sa Porrassa, and Punta Nadala. These place names help you find your bearings along the coast, while each of the three named sandy beaches offers its own reference point for planning your day.
Promenades, exercise and water sports
The promenades of Palmanova and Es Carregador combine green spaces and trees with wide footpaths and boulevards for strolling. Palmanova Beach is also used for beach volleyball and beach tennis. The circular walk along the coast of Palmanova covers 4.8 kilometres and is designed to take one hour. This gives you a specific distance to work with if you want to go for a walk as well as spend time at the beach. If you have a particular day trip in mind, it is worth checking the current path conditions.
A quiet seafront promenade runs along Son Maties Beach, where people go for walks and exercise. There are green spaces and children’s play areas along the promenade—a practical consideration for families looking for somewhere to play as well as spend time at the beach. Water sports, trips out to sea and pedal boat hire are available at the beach; these activities and services depend on operator availability.
At Es Carregador, you can hire parasols and sun loungers. There is also an access walkway for people with disabilities and lifeguard towers staffed by lifeguards. Hire services and lifeguard provision may vary depending on the season and operating conditions.
These differences can help you decide on the kind of holiday you want from your Palmanova apartment: would you rather spend most of your days on the sandy beach, stroll along the promenades or include sporting activities on the water? Focus your search on the aspects of this coastal town that matter to your trip.
Culture and local history in the wider destination of Calvià
The wider destination of Calvià also has its own cultural focus in Calvià Vila. It is the oldest urban settlement in the municipality. Today’s Church of San Juan Bautista dates back to 1248. Its historicist façade features neo-Romanesque elements and a large Neo-Gothic window; two slender twin towers house the bell tower. Traditions in Calvià Vila include the festivals of Sant Jaume and Sant Joan, as well as other religious celebrations.
An educational cultural trail in Calvià Vila leads to twelve cultural, historical and architectural sights. If you would like to use it as a guide, check in advance whether the accompanying publication is available. The traditional market in Calvià Vila offers a different insight: it takes place every Monday along Carrer Major and has more than 60 stalls selling food, clothing, shoes and handicrafts. Check the date again before making firm plans to visit.
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