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Platja de Sa Farola
Sa Farola Beach
About
Platja de Sa Farola is located on the Balearic Sea and it is in the 70th place out of 369 beaches in the Balearic Islands region 111.1 km away from its center, the city of Palma. It is one of the beaches of Cala en Blanes settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a short straight coastline with crystal blue water and bright 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Platja de Sa Farola coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, sea pool. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Cala Santandria, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Platja de Sa Farola is located in Balearic Islands within Cala en Blanes, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Menorca, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
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What to do in Platja de Sa Farola? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
When it comes to what to do in Platja de Sa Farola, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
It is difficult to think of any entertainment and activities when you are on the beach. To swim, to sunbathe, to drink a couple of cocktails, again to swim and again to sunbathe, the variety usually is very limited. But on Platja de Sa Farola you can test yourself in such an activity as water jumping. It's fun and it's scary, the rest you have to experience on your own.
In most cases, the question What to do on Platja de Sa Farola implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- panaderia• 6 min walk
- Hostal Sa Prensa• 9 min walk
- Can Diego Sa Granja• 9 min walk
- Bar Restaurant Club...• 11 min walk
Attractions
- Mirador des Port de...• 15 min walk
- Palacio Torresaura• 17 min walk
- Palau Salort / Can S...• 17 min walk
- Palacio Olivar• 18 min walk
Transport
- MAH• 37.1km
- Cala Mesquida (14018...• 44km
- Manacor Estació (223...• 71.2km
Localities
- Cala en Blanes• 910m
- Palma• 111.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Platja de Sa Farola?
The coastline of Platja de Sa Farola is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Platja de Sa Farola?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Platja de Sa Farola, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Platja de Sa Farola is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Snorkeling
Is the Platja de Sa Farola good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Platja de Sa Farola does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Platja de Sa Farola for swimming is positive.
Is the Platja de Sa Farola 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Platja de Sa Farola secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Platja de Sa Farola is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Platja de Sa Farola?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Platja de Sa Farola.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.panaderia is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Platja de Sa Farola?
There are 879 places to stay in the Platja de Sa Farola area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Platja de Sa Farola include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Platja de Sa Farola from parking?
The Platja de Sa Farola has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Platja de Sa Farola?
There are 4 attractions near Platja de Sa Farola that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mirador des Port de Ciutadella de Menorca located in 1.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Platja de Sa Farola?
The month with the highest temperature in Platja de Sa Farola is August. Its average value reaches 27°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?
Platja de Sa Farola (Menorca) 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.Platja de Sa Farola (Menorca) 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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