For years, Sa Calobra in Mallorca has been one of the best kept secrets of this Balearic island. Would you like to know why?
To reach this secluded cove at the foot of the Tramuntana mountain range, you have to drive along a winding mountain road, built in the 1930s (until then, you could only get there by sea or along wild and rugged mountainous paths along the coastline). One of its most striking bends is the so-called "Nu de sa Corbata" (Tie Knot), where the access road makes a 270-degree turn.
The journey to Sa Calobra from Sóller is a short one (take the MA-10 road and, after about 15 km, take the turn-off to Sa Calobra and go downhill for about 14 km). However, it can seem to go on and on due to its complexity.
In fact, it can even take more than an hour.
However, the feast for your eyes is certainly worth it. You'll be able to visit one of the most charming places in Mallorca and enjoy one of the best beaches on the island.
You can also get to Sa Calobra by bus (although you'll have to check timetables and frequency) and also by boat from the Sóller port.
The ferry option is the most advisable if you're going with children, in order to avoid seasickness. However, we recommend you book tickets in advance, as it's one of the most popular trips in the northwest of Mallorca.
Sa Calobra has deservedly earned its reputation.
Located in the municipality of Escorca, the beach and its surroundings are really lovely.
In fact, due to its location at the mouth of the Torrent de Pareis river, years of water erosion have created towering cliffs that are more than 200 metres high.
The Torrent de Pareis originates in the Lluc mountains, flows through the Tramuntana mountain range, and eventually reaches the sea, forming an estuary some 100 metres long at the very end of a ravine.
Since the river only carries water after heavy rainfall, nature has created a truly unique beach here, flanked by two spectacular rock walls that beckon you to take a refreshing dip in the Mediterranean.
Part of the route to Sa Calobra is done on foot and it's advisable to wear comfortable footwear (flip-flops are not recommended, as the ground is quite slippery in some sections).
It's also advisable to wear thick-soled shoes when swimming, as it’s quite stony there.
It's important to point out that, even though there’s unrestricted access to Sa Calobra, the beach isn't supervised by lifeguards, so you should take special care with children.
There are no sun loungers or deck chairs for hire, and we recommend that you bring your own food.
However, as the pebbles are small and round, spreading out a blanket or towels on the beach is no problem.
One last tip if you want to visit Sa Calobra this summer: plan your excursion in advance to choose the right means of transport.
If you drive to Sa Calobra, you could also visit the bay of Cala Tuent, located just a few minutes away and much less crowded.
In addition, the Torrent de Pareis and its surroundings are part of a nature reserve.
Another interesting visit you can make on your trip to Sa Calobra is to visit the monastery of Lluc, one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Mallorca.
Mallorca has so much to offer you, and Sa Calobra is a prime example of this. Book your stay at a VIVA Hotel and discover more about the island on our blog.