Portinatx: Coves, Snorkelling and Routes

Portinatx can be explored for trip planning through two themes: coves offering different water activities, and a circular route between Portinatx and Sant Joan de Labritja. If you’re looking for a hotel for a stay in Portinatx, you can decide in advance whether you’d rather spend your time at the coastal spots or plan a circular route. The local and route features below provide concrete points of reference to help you weigh up these interests.

Coves and Activities by the Water

S’Arenal Petit is right next to Portinatx, between S’Arenal Gros and Punta de sa Torre, also known as Punta des Marès. S’Arenal Gros is the largest cove in Cala Portinatx. There, the water reaches a depth of one metre 25 metres from the shore. S’Arenal Petit and S’Arenal Gros can therefore be distinguished by different features: the first cove’s location between named landmarks and the specific depth measurement for the second. Access to S’Arenal Petit by road is straightforward if you follow the traffic signs. Parking and public transport rules may change, so check the current situation before setting out.

There are picturesque fishermen’s huts at Port de Portinatx. The sandy and rocky seabed at Playa Port de Portinatx is suitable for snorkelling; sea conditions and services may vary. The outer area of Cala Portinatx is suitable for sailing; conditions and operators may vary. The distinction is specific when choosing an activity: the snorkelling suitability refers to the sandy and rocky seabed at Playa Port de Portinatx, while the sailing information refers to the outer area of Cala Portinatx.

Cala Xuclar, a small cove, is close to Portinatx. Its calm, clear waters are suitable for diving; fishermen’s huts adorn the sides of the cove. From Portinatx, Cala Xuclar can be reached via a signposted route after about two kilometres. Road conditions and parking rules may change, so it’s advisable to check the current situation before setting out.

Boat trips to Cala Xarraca and Cala Xucla depart from S’Arenal Gros. This adds excursions to two other destinations to the activities available along the coastal stretches described above. Operators and timetables may change, so if you’re planning such a trip, check the latest details.

Routes and Trip Planning

The Ruta des Camí Vell de Portinatx PR-EI-102 is a 17.94-kilometre circular route connecting Sant Joan de Labritja and Portinatx. It follows the former cart track used by residents travelling between Portinatx and Sant Joan, and is suitable for mountain biking. Its length and circular shape provide two concrete points of reference for planning; the connection between the two places and the route’s former use are additional considerations. The former cart track describes the route’s historical use, while its circular shape and length help structure your trip planning. Route conditions may change, so check them before setting out.

Discover more destinations: Sant Miguel De Balansat, Sant Llorenç De Balàfia, Sant Vicent De Sa Cala, San Lorenzo.

For the main travel overview: Sant Joan De Labritja.