Port d'Andratx★★
Port d'Andratx is the most elegant harbor town in Mallorca — and one of the most beautiful in the entire Mediterranean. The natural, almost circular bay offers a perfect natural harbor that has been used since antiquity. Today, hundreds of yachts are moored here — from the elegant 12-meter sailing yacht to the 50-meter mega yacht — and the waterfront is lined with restaurants, boutiques, and art galleries.
In the last 30 years, the town has transformed from a sleepy fishing village into the Beverly Hills of Mallorca. In the hills around the bay, the villas of the rich and famous are hidden — international celebrities, entrepreneurs, and nobility have their summer residences here. Property prices are among the highest in Spain: 5–15 million euros for a villa with a sea view are not uncommon.
Nevertheless, Port d'Andratx has retained its charm. The small fishing port at the west end still functions, with fishermen bringing in their catch in the morning. The architecture is kept low (maximum 3 stories), the colors muted, no high-rise hotels. In the evening, when the yachts glow golden in the sunset and the restaurants open their terraces, the place reveals its full magic.
The art scene is surprisingly lively. About a dozen galleries showcase contemporary art — from established international artists to local Mallorcan talents. The CCA Andratx (Centro Cultural Andratx), 5 minutes outside in a converted factory, is one of the largest art centers in southern Europe. Admission about 8 €.
For swimming, it's best to go to Cala Llamp (5 minutes by car south, rocky cove with crystal-clear water) or Playa de Camp de Mar (10 minutes, beautiful sandy beach). Port d'Andratx itself doesn't have a proper bathing beach — people come here to see and be seen, to eat and to stroll.
The sunset over the sea, viewed from the harbor promenade or from one of the hilltop restaurants, is one of the most beautiful experiences in Mallorca. The sun sets directly behind the island of Sa Dragonera on the horizon — especially dramatic from October to March.
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Parking in Port d'Andratx in the evening is a nightmare. It's best to use the free parking at the entrance to the town (signposted, about a 10-minute walk to the harbor) or take the bus (line 102/104 from Palma). On Sundays, the town is much quieter — many restaurants are closed, but the atmosphere is more relaxed.