Posted by Mallorca is known for its numerous small fishing villages, which give the island its typical charm and that certain something that makes it so popular with many. With such a number of fishing villages and its location in the Mediterranean, it is only logical that Mallorca must also have numerous ports, especially since until a few years ago the sea was the only way to communicate, receive or export goods, and to visit and leave the island. In total, there are around 45 ports on the Balearic island of Mallorca with 18,000 berths. There are both marinas, fishing ports and a sports harbor on the island.
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The most famous marinas on the island include the port of Cala d’Or, the port of Cala Figuera and the port of Can Picafort. The port of Cala Figuera is also a fishing port. The marinas are not only used by locals, but also by German holidaymakers, mostly the more well-off ones, who have their yachts moored here, sometimes all year round. Some of the island’s marinas are downright famous. The yachts here are sometimes worth as much as several family homes and are therefore always admired by package tourists and mass tourists. Even if this is not usually the reason for a visit to the marina, you simply cannot help but admire these magnificent yachts. Well-known fishing ports are the port of Portocristo, the port of Portocolom and the port of Colonia de Sant Pere.
These are particularly distinguished by their beautiful location in the fishing villages. A harmonious picture of fishing boats and the associated boathouses, which give the area a beautiful rural flair, delights visitors to these ports. The fishermen are usually not in the least irritated by the many visitors. On the contrary, they simply go about their daily work completely apathetic, as if there were no one watching them. This is precisely what makes these fishing villages and their ports so charming: you can observe life on Mallorca, away from tourism, exactly as it really is every day, without the residents getting distracted or even behaving unnaturally.
It is precisely for this reason that the small fishing villages are becoming increasingly popular with tourists and are now at least represented in the excursion program of almost every holidaymaker. The only sports harbor on the island is in Cala Major, which mainly serves those who come to Mallorca to do water sports and those who offer the opportunity to do water sports. There is also a seaport in Palma, combined with a yacht and fishing harbor. This seaport is primarily used to transport goods that are to be imported or left the country, but ships that bring holidaymakers who arrive by ship also call at the seaport, as do ships from neighboring islands, either with passengers or with goods.
Map of Mallorca
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List of ferry ports in Mallorca
Port de Palma (Palma de Mallorca)
Location: Capital of the island, in the southwest of Mallorca.
Description: The most important and largest ferry port in Mallorca. From here there are connections to:
Barcelona
Valencia
Denia
Ibiza
Formentera
Operator: Balearia, Trasmed, Grimaldi Lines, Corsica Ferries.
Location: In the north of Mallorca.
Description: Second most important port on Mallorca, particularly popular for connections to Menorca.
Ferries to: Ciutadella (Menorca).
Operator: Balearia, Trasmed.
Port de Sóller
Location: In the northwest of the island.
Description: More of a tourist port with excursion boats. No large ferries dock here, but rather small boats for tours along the coast.
Location: In the east of the island.
Description: Not a classic ferry port, but a starting point for smaller boat tours and yachts.
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Cargo ports Mallorca list
Port de Palma (Palma de Mallorca)
Location: Southwest of the island, in the capital Palma.
Description:
The largest cargo port on Mallorca.
Responsible for most goods transport, including food, building materials and industrial products.
Integrated with a container terminal and logistics facilities.
Main goods: Import of goods for daily use and export of local products.
Port d’Alcúdia
Location: In the north of Mallorca.
Description:
Second largest port on the island.
Focus on bulk goods such as building materials, fuel and agricultural products.
Main use: Supplying the north of the island and handling goods between Mallorca and Menorca.
Port de Sóller
Location: In the northwest of Mallorca.
Description:
Minor cargo use, mainly for local purposes. Supplying the surrounding communities with specific goods.
Porto Colom
Location: In the east of Mallorca.
Description:
A small port with little cargo trade.
Used for local transport and smaller shipments of goods.
Port de Pollença
Location: In the north, near the Bay of Pollença.
Description:
Not a major cargo port, but occasionally used for smaller shipments of goods.
The two main ports for cargo shipping in Mallorca are Palma de Mallorca and Alcúdia, as they have the necessary infrastructure for larger transport and logistics.
One of the many marinas on Mallorca
Marinas Mallorca Top 10 List
Here is a list of the top 10 marinas on Mallorca – ideal for sailors and yacht lovers:
Port Adriano
Location: Southwest Mallorca, near El Toro.
Special features:
Luxurious marina, designed by Philippe Starck.
Space for superyachts up to 100 m long.
Exclusive restaurants, boutiques and events.
Audience: Luxury-oriented yacht owners.
Puerto Portals
Location: Near Palma, in the southwest of Mallorca.
Special features:
Glamorous port, known for celebrities and high-end events.
High-quality gastronomy and shopping.
Space for yachts up to 60 m long.
Audience: High society and jet set.
Club de Mar (Palma de Mallorca)
Location: Capital Palma, near the old town.
Special features:
Large port for luxury yachts and sailing boats. Perfect for sightseeing and luxurious stays.
Modern facilities, including first-class services.
Real Club Náutico de Palma (RCNP)
Location: Directly in Palma de Mallorca.
Special features:
One of the oldest and most prestigious marinas in Spain.
Regularly hosts sailing regattas, e.g. the Copa del Rey.
Top location for sailing enthusiasts.
Port d’Alcúdia
Location: In the north of Mallorca.
Special features:
Mixture of fishing, sports and marina.
Ideal for trips to Menorca.
Wide range of restaurants and bars in the area.
Port de Soller
Location: In the northwest of Mallorca, in the Tramuntana Bay.
Special features:
Picturesque harbor, ideal for smaller yachts.
Popular with nature and hiking enthusiasts.
Perfect starting point for tours along the west coast.
Marina Moll Vell (Palma)
Location: Center of Palma, near the Cathedral of La Seu.
Special features:
Exclusive boutique harbor with a historical flair.
Perfect for smaller luxury yachts.
Best location for sightseeing in Palma.
Port de Pollença
Location: In the north of Mallorca, in the Bay of Pollença.
Special features:
Family harbor with a relaxed atmosphere.
Excellent for water sports enthusiasts and sailors.
Starting point for excursions in the surrounding area.
Marina Cala d’Or
Location: In the east of Mallorca, in the holiday region of Cala d’Or.
Special features:
Beautiful, sheltered harbor for small and medium-sized yachts.
Quiet atmosphere, perfect for families.
Many restaurants and shops in the immediate vicinity.
Port de Andratx
Location: Southwest Mallorca, near Camp de Mar.
Special features:
Luxurious and at the same time charming harbor.
Popular with celebrities and yacht owners.
Great restaurants with sea views right on the harbor.
