Cala Agulla Beach, Cala Ratjada
Low-key, family-friendly beach with breathtaking scenery in north-east Mallorca
Surrounded by glorious pine forest and the mountains of the Llevant Natural Park, this scenic beach is around 500 metres long and 50 metres wide. Enjoying its ‘Blue Flag' status, Cala Agulla offers bright, fine sand and clear water with a turquoise hue. This beautiful spot attracts both tourists and locals alike with its wild beauty and combination of sand dunes, pine trees and desert plants.
Here you’ll find sun beds and parasols available to rent, lifeguards on duty, as well as public toilets and outdoor showers. Bear in mind that wheelchair and stroller access is limited as there is a short, sandy walk between the street and beach. Likewise, there is no covered area or boardwalk, so be sure to bring your sun hats and beach shoes to protect you from the summer heat.
Restaurants
There are casual beach bars spread across the beach, and a restaurant with seated dining offering a selection of sandwiches, snacks and ice cream. For further dining options, Cala Lliteres is only 200 metres away.
Nightlife
If you’re looking to continue your holiday vibes well into the evening, just over 1 kilometre away is holiday hub - Cala Ratjada. It’s town centre offers several bars and clubs for those wanting to let their hair down.
Hotels
Again, Cala Ratjada is one of the most picturesque holiday resort towns on the island, where you’ll find a selection of hotels and accommodation options.
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Setting & Location
Located on the Artá peninsula, Cala Agulla is situated in a protected area close to the town of Capdepera and holiday resort Cala Ratjada in the northeast of Mallorca (a popular destination for Scandinavian tourists and Germans).
Remaining largely unspoilt, it’s the largest beach on the eastern tip of the island, measuring around 500 metres long and averaging approximately 50m in depth.
Water Safety & Clarity
Shallow, clear waters allow for gentle paddling and swimming. Lifeguards are on duty during the busier summer months. The water conditions are well labelled with flags, but high winds often cause larger waves, so continue to be mindful of the current conditions.
Beach Quality
The sand here is the type you’d happily sprinkle between your toes; fine and golden, perfect for sunbathing, beach games and sandcastle building. Being one of Mallorca's 'Blue-Flag' beaches, Cala Agulla is a clean and eco-responsible beach with designated areas for recycling and rubbish.
Watersports Nearby
The golden sand you’ll find here is excellent for beach sports, especially volleyball which you’ll see often with their two provided nets. In addition, there are pedalos, SUP paddle boards, kayaks, and snorkelling gear to rent, along with a banana boat during the tourist season.
Boat trips and diving trips around the local coastline are also easily sourced from beachside kiosks.
Directions
Cala Agulla is easily accessible by car with plenty of paid parking available. Some tourist buses will venture here, or you can affordably taxi from the nearby town of Capdepera. If you’re lucky enough to be arriving by boat, there are several moorings available at a greater depth but be aware of anchoring too close as there are large rocky areas in the shallows.
Villas nearby
Villas in Mallorca
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L'Hort de Son Grua
Nestled in the heart of the coveted Vall d'en March valley, just 10 minutes away from the charming old town of Pollensa, lies the magnificent L'Hort de Son Grua.
Price: โฌ4,200
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Cala Carbo Villa
Villa Beach Carbo is a stunning property located in the beautiful area of Cala San Vicente, in a very quiet area offering the best views over the sea. Completely renovated to the highest standard, the villa offers direct access to the rocky bay โCala Carbรณโ, while the seaside resort of Cala Sant Vincenรง with its fine sandy beach is just a few minutes walk away.
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Cavall Bernat Villa, Cala Sant Vicenc
Welcome to Cavall Bernat, a luxurious villa in the picturesque north of Mallorca offered by Prestige Villas. This stunning property is the epitome of elegance and offers an unforgettable retreat for families or friends seeking an exquisite holiday experience.
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Son Balagueret Villa
Historic four-bedroom villa with a unique bedroom set in a turret, private heated pool, and stunning coastline views.
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Villa Esquina
Located in the highly sought-after area of La Font, at the foot of the stunning UNESCO Tramuntana mountains in Pollensa, Villa Esquina is just a 15-minute walk from the beautiful historic town of Pollenca and a 10-minute drive from the Port of Pollenca and surrounding beaches, making it ideal for large families or two families with children. This stunning family holiday home has 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3 balconies with amazing views of the surrounding area and a large heated saltwater pool (15 metres long).
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La Vinya Gran Villa
Modern and stylish, La Vinya Gran is a spectacular holiday home with private swimming pool and perfectly located just 5 minutes drive away from the old town of Pollensa and conveniently close to the sandy beaches of Puerto Pollensa or Cala San Vicente. Featuring five bedrooms, extensive outdoor areas, a stunning contemporary design and panoramic views over the Tramuntana mountains to the bay of Pollensa beyond, this villa is set to impress.
Hotels nearby
Hotels in Mallorca
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Son Bunyola Hotel
Son Bunyola Hotel offers an intimate stay, providing the perfect base to explore Mallorcaโs vineyards, olive groves, and charming countryside.
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Santa Clara Urban Spa & Hotel
This charming hotel is located in the historical old town, in the very heart of Palma de Mallorca. It is within easy walking distance of attractions such as the 10th century Arab baths and Palma's breathtaking gothic Cathedral.
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Ca's Xorc Luxury Retreat
Ca's Xorc Luxury Retreat is the place to stay if you're looking for somewhere that's rich in history but with all the modern amneties. Breathtaking views, gourmet cuisine and a relaxing environment, the ideal place for a peaceful stay in a beautiful location.
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Finca Son Jorbo Hotel, Porreres
Run by a German couple and set in a rural location in central Mallorca with views over the local countryside and mountains, Finca Son Jorbo offers style and comfort in a restored 17th century country house.ย With the convenience of bed and breakfast and the added benefit of fully equipped self-catered apartments, Finca Son Jorbo is the perfect combination.
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Son Julia Country House Hotel
If you're looking for a perfect hideaway from your usual routine, then this lovely 15th century Mallorcan manor is the place to escape to.
Price: โฌ3,018
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Mallorca Palace Hotel, Sa Coma
Nestled in Sa Coma cove and only 250m from Sa Coma beach, this 5 star hotel enjoys a beautiful location and views. Styled with traditional materials but with modern fittings, the hotel also features works by Mallorcan artists.
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Capdepera
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Andreu Genestra Restaurant
Thisย Michelin starred restaurant is situated within beautiful surroundings. The restaurant has a 6000m2 garden that supplies much of the produce used in the kitchen.
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Cases de Son Barbassa Restaurant
The restaurant at Cases de Son Barbassa Hotel is located in a glass covered terrace, where you can sample the Mediterranean cuisine with fresh and natural products, straight from the garden or the market, creating an imaginative and flavourful cuisine satisfying even the most demanding palate.ย
Nightlife nearby
Bars & Clubs in Capdepera
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Physical Disco, Cala Ratjada
Continue your night until the early hours at one of Mallorcaโs best Dance Clubs located in Cala Ratjada town.
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Angels Nightclub, Cala Ratjada
Offering luxury, glamour and comfort in a friendly environment in the heart of Cala Ratjada, this is the place to come for cocktails and great music.
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Keops Disco Nightclub, Cala Ratjada
The top destination for Black & House music in the north of Mallorca, this club has five bars and one dancefloor in the heart of Cala Ratjada. There is also a rooftop terrace for those chill-out moments.
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Bolero Disco Nightclub, Cala Ratjada
Come and enjoy good music and fun at one of Mallorcaโs oldest and best-established clubs on the island.
Sights nearby
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Sa Torre Cega
The Bartolome March Foundation have opened this wonderful house to the public, visits are by reservation only and consist of a guided tour.
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Capdepera Castle, Capdepera
Capdepera was founded in 1300 and it was by royal decree that a fortress was built in which to house the residents, to protect them from pirates. This walled town became known as Capdepera Castle.
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Caves d'Arta
These caves near Arta, in the north-east ofย Mallorca, are a fascinating network of underground caverns whose weird stalactites and stalagmites conjure up mysterious images of Heaven and Hell.ย An early visitor was Jules Verne, the caves are said to have inspired his Journey to the Centre of the Earth.
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Esglesia de la Transfiguracio del Senyor, Arta
Located on the hillside of Sant Salvador above Arta this building dominates the skyline over the town of Arta.
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Santuari de Sant Salvador, Arta
Much of this 4000 square metres complex has been restored so that you can now see the remnants of the medieval fortress that it once was.
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Ses Paisses, Arta
This Bronze-Age talaiotic settlement near Arta is a significant site and a link with Mallorcans of 3,000 years ago.
Golf-clubs nearby
Golf Courses in Mallorca
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Santa Ponsa Golf Course
Santa Ponsa Golf Club consists of two 18-hole and one 9-hole golf courses. More than just a golf club, it is a resort where you can buy villas & apartments so to have golf on your doorstep. Of the three courses, the 18-hole Santa Ponsa I is open to the public - Golf Santa Ponsa II & III are for members of the club only.
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Vall d'Or Golf Course
An 18-hole golf course, par 71, 5.539 m long from white tees. The course was designed by Bradford Benz and opened in 1985. It is situated close to Portocolom.
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Canyamel Golf Course
This golf course, situated in Canyamel in the nort-east of Mallorca, is renowned for being one of the most beautiful on the island.
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Maioris Golf Course, Sa Torre
Maioris Golf Club is located 15 minutes west of Palma de Mallorca on the south coast of Mallorca. The course was created in 2006 by Dieter Cabus and is of a championship standard.
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Pollenca Golf Course
Nine holes of golf, perfectly integrated into the beautiful local environment. Golf Pollenca offers panoramic views over the Tramuntana mountains, olive groves, the bays of Pollenรงa and Alcudia and s'Albufereta reserve. By the end of the first round, the visitor will surely agree that challenge, variety, and harmony with nature are focal points around which the club's success is built.
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Capdepera Golf Course
This golf club is renowned as one of the most beautiful courses on Mallorca. Situated in the far northeast of the island, the course sits in the foothills of the Llevant natural Park overlooking the Mediterranean sea.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Mallorca
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Cala Ratjada
Cala Ratjada is a resort that sits in the northeastern point of Mallorca. Extending around either side of the Punta de Capdepera peninsula, it boasts a scenic rocky coastline and, being the closest point in Mallorca to Menorca, it is possible to see Ciutadella on a clear day.
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Artร
Artร is a picturesque town just a few kilometres inland from the north-east coast of Mallorca. Tucked in a valley, it is surrounded by the mountains of the Llevant Natural Park along with some of the island's most beautiful rural plains.
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Colรฒnia de Sant Pere
Set within the municipality of Arta, Colรฒnia de Sant Pere is a small, unpretentious fishing village located on the northeast. It's one of few villages on Mallorcaโs coastline to resist succumbing to tourism, which means that, even in the peak summertime, the most common language you will hear on its beach is Spanish.
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Cala Millor
A purpose-built holiday resort, Cala Millor is a major family holiday destination on Mallorcaโs east coast. Its main attraction is the fine sandy beaches met by turquoise shallow waters, behind which you will find a promenade lined with hotels.
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Porto Cristo
Porto Cristo โ also known as Portocristo โ is a charming fishing village on Mallorcaโs east coast, nestled at the end of a long, sheltered bay. With its Blue Flag sandy beach and clear turquoise waters, it has become a relaxed, family-friendly resort that makes the most of its idyllic setting.
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Manacor
Mallorcaโs second city, Manacor, sits around 10km from the eastern coastline. It used to be an agricultural town but, with the help of the railway line that was opened in 1879, it became the industrial and commercial centre of the area.