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El Caragol
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El Caragol is located on the Balearic Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 116th place out of 369 beaches in the Balearic Islands region 46.8 km away from its center, the city of Palma. It is one of the most beautiful beaches of sa Vall settlement, just 3.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
El Caragol coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
Getting to the beach is not easy. To reach it, you need to take a path more than 1km long.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Platja de Can Curt, which has a rating of 7.5.
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El Caragol (Balearic Islands) is located outside the sa Vall settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Majorca, but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"This is my favourite beach in Mallorca! I have been to so many, but this one has something special about it. Firstly, it's never too busy - which is quite rare for Mallorca! Secondly, the water is incredibly clean and blue. Plus, the sand is a beautiful golden colour. It takes about half an hour to get there, but it's definitely worth the journey!"
Felipe Ricciardi
"Rather dirty, and the water is not very clean either. However, there is a section of the beach with clear water and rocks a few meters away from the lighthouse, which may be worth the walk if you're looking for a more secluded spot. Additionally, this beach has a section of untouched Virgin beach with no amenities."
Konrad Zabka
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"This is my favourite beach in Mallorca! I have been to so many, but this one has something special about it. Firstly, it's never too busy - which is quite rare for Mallorca! Secondly, the water is incredibly clean and blue. Plus, the sand is a beautiful golden colour. It takes about half an hour to get there, but it's definitely worth the journey!"
Felipe Ricciardi
"Rather dirty, and the water is not very clean either. However, there is a section of the beach with clear water and rocks a few meters away from the lighthouse, which may be worth the walk if you're looking for a more secluded spot. Additionally, this beach has a section of untouched Virgin beach with no amenities."
Konrad Zabka
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the El Caragol?
The El Caragol is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at El Caragol?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the El Caragol, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the El Caragol good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
El Caragol does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are a lot of boats in the bay.
Is the El Caragol good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the El Caragol secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of El Caragol?
El Caragol can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Hiking adventurers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of El Caragol?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on El Caragol.
What is the closest accommodation to the El Caragol?
There are 471 places to stay in the El Caragol area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of El Caragol include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the El Caragol from parking?
The El Caragol has no parking spot and you have to walk along the trail for more than 1km to reach the beach.
Are there any attractions nearby El Caragol?
There are 4 attractions near El Caragol that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Platja Es Caragol located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit El Caragol?
The month with the highest temperature in El Caragol is July. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
El Caragol (Majorca) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.El Caragol (Majorca) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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