Best beaches in Mallorca
The best beaches in Mallorca, on the coast of Spain — 6 shores from Cala Formentor to Sa Calobra (Torrent de Pareis), each with its water temperature, sand, best season and swimming. Ranked by fame and mapped on the interactive globe.
The warmest sea in Mallorca is ~26°C, at Cala Formentor, in season around Jun-Sep. Across its 6 beaches on Beachmap the sea averages ~26°C in the warm season.
Cala FormentorPollenca, Mallorca, Spain
Cala AgullaCala Ratjada, Mallorca, Spain
Cala MondragoSantanyi, Mallorca, Spain
Caló des MoroMallorca, Balearics, Spain
Es TrencMallorca, Balearics, Spain
Sa Calobra (Torrent de Pareis)Escorca, Mallorca, Spain
When to visit beaches in Mallorca
Most of the 6 beaches listed in Mallorca are at their best June to September, with the season peaking in July. In the warm season the sea sits at about 26°C across the listed beaches.
Choosing a beach in Mallorca
For calm, family-friendly swimming, start with Cala Formentor or Cala Agulla; for white sand head to Cala Formentor or Cala Mondrago; and 2 of the 6 hold Blue Flag status.
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Beaches in Mallorca: frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit beaches in Mallorca?
Most beaches in Mallorca are at their best June to September, peaking in July. July and August are warmest but busiest; June and September are quieter and cheaper.
How warm is the sea in Mallorca?
In the warm season the sea at the beaches listed in Mallorca sits at about 26°C.
Does Mallorca have Blue Flag beaches?
Yes: 2 of the 6 beaches listed in Mallorca hold Blue Flag status, awarded for bathing-water quality, safety and facilities, including Cala Formentor.
Are there white-sand beaches in Mallorca?
Yes — 4 of the listed beaches have white sand, led by Cala Formentor and Cala Mondrago.
Which beach in Mallorca is best for families?
Cala Formentor — calm and shallow, with no surf to worry about; Cala Agulla is a strong runner-up.