Cales de Mallorca: Three Beaches and Cala Antena

Those planning a stay in Cales de Mallorca can get to know the destination through its three beaches: Cala Antena, es Domingos Grans and es Domingos Petits. Their shapes and dimensions offer different points of reference for the coastal landscape. Cala Antena is a narrow beach between cliffs covered in vegetation; es Domingos lies at the end of a wide sea inlet.

The Three Beaches of Cales de Mallorca

Es Domingos Grans and es Domingos Petits are two almost identical beaches, one larger than the other. A rocky headland separates them; you can cross it on foot or by swimming. The beaches therefore differ not only in size but also in their position along the bay. Cala Antena completes the picture with a narrow sandy beach between cliffs covered in vegetation.

Cala Antena marks the boundary of the Cales de Mallorca urbanisation. The sandy beach is about 30 metres long and extends more than 60 metres into the mouth of the stream that formed it. The description of the beach therefore covers both its narrow shape between the cliffs and its extent along the stream. When comparing the beach areas, these differences in location and shape are useful points of reference.

Water, Diving and Practical Information

The cliffs and seabed in the Cales de Mallorca area are suitable for diving; conditions may vary. Es Domingos is stated to be 150 metres long and just as wide. There is a lifeguard service on the sand, whose availability may vary by season. This information helps you understand the coastal landscape without treating the different beaches as a single stretch.

The access road to Es Domingos is signposted from Cales de Mallorca. The turn-off for Es Domingos is also signposted, and parking is available nearby. Es Domingos can also be reached by public transport. Check the signs and current connections before setting off.

Nearby, Cala Virgili, Cala Pilota and Cala Magraner are close together at the end of the route. Different groups are mentioned in connection with the coves, including nudists, couples and climbers.

More to Explore in the Wider Destination of Manacor

Beyond the coastal landscape, other highlights in the wider destination of Manacor include a route for active exploration, architectural history and a sports museum. The 29-kilometre Vía Verde Manacor-Artà starts in Manacor and follows the route of the former railway line that connected Manacor and Artà. It is suitable for hikers and cyclists of all ability levels. The route has its own character, shaped by its length, the former use of the railway line and its suitability for visitors today.

The Rafa Nadal Museum is located in the Rafa Nadal Academy complex in Manacor. An admission ticket covers Rafael Nadal’s sporting career, important trophies he has won and interactive sports experiences. This makes it thematically distinct from the beaches and landscape features of Cales de Mallorca.

Architecture and Markets in Manacor

The Church of Nostra Senyora dels Dolors in Manacor is a single-nave Gothic Revival basilica with chapels between the buttresses. Its bell tower is the tallest building in the town and is called Torre Rubí. Another historic landmark is Torre del Palau: it is the only surviving part of the former royal palace of Manacor, built by Jaume II in the 14th century. Torre del Palau houses a permanent exhibition about the history of the building, its earlier investigation, and its renovation and restoration. Check how the exhibition is currently presented before visiting.

Sa Bassa is also part of Manacor’s architectural history: the square is in the town centre and is surrounded by historic buildings from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. The weekly market is held at Plaça Ramon Llull on Mondays from 9 am to 1 pm. There is a market selling fruit and vegetables at Plaça de la Constitució from 9 am to 1 pm, Monday to Saturday. Market hours can change, so check the dates and times before your visit.

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