Discover the North Coast

The north coast of Mallorca is the most family-friendly region of the island — and at the same time one of the most scenically diverse. Here, the last foothills of the Serra de Tramuntana meet the wide, flat bay of Alcúdia, and the result is spectacular: In the west, the dramatic cliffs of Cap de Formentor, in the east, the gentle dunes of Platja de Muro, in between two of the most charming towns in Mallorca.

The Bay of Alcúdia hosts the longest sandy beach on the island — 14 kilometers of fine, golden sand that slopes so gently into the sea that toddlers can safely splash here. No wonder German and British families have been coming back for decades. But the north coast is much more than just a bathing destination.

Alcúdia enchants with a fully preserved medieval city wall, Roman ruins, and one of the best weekly markets on the island. Pollença attracts with the famous 365 Calvari steps, a lively Sunday market, and the prestigious music festival in summer. And then there is the Cap de Formentor — that wild peninsula that points like a finger into the Mediterranean and, with its serpentine road, steep cliffs, and solitary lighthouse, counts among the most exciting places in Mallorca.

Additionally, the Parc Natural de S'Albufera is the largest wetland in the Balearic Islands — a paradise for birdwatchers with over 300 recorded species. The north coast is the perfect region for families with children, but also for cyclists, hikers, and anyone who wants to discover Mallorca beyond the Ballermann cliché.

Plan at least 4–5 days for the north coast. With a rental car, you can reach everything in a short time: Alcúdia–Pollença is only 10 minutes, Alcúdia–Cap de Formentor about 40 minutes.