Mallorca North East Coast
Mallorca's north east coast doesn't have the same number of quaint little
coves the length of its coastline like the east coast.
However, it does have
long, sandy beaches, plenty beauty of its own and three of the islands main
resorts.
Geographically speaking, this north east coast stretches from the inaccessible
Cap de Ferrutx which is a beautiful sight from the beach of Can Picafort as far
as the Cap de Formentor which is on the tip of the Formentor peninsular on the
island's most northern tip.
Resorts
The first major resort of note coming from the east is
Can Picafort
which lies in the centre of the Bay of Alcudia. The resort is mainly popular
with German tourists although there is a wide selection of nationalities during
the peak summer months. It stands on a long beach which stretches uninterrupted
to join the beautiful Platja de Muro and the Platja de Alcudia which only ends
at Alcudia Port.
Alcudia is the
largest and most cosmopolitan of the north east coast resorts attracting many
nationalities and catering to them with a fine selection of international
restaurants including a fine selection of Mallorcan eateries. Its port area is
particularly attractive for nightlife which is mainly geared towards mature
visitors rather than the partying 18-30 crowd. The actual
town of
Alcudia is a walled Roman town just 2km from the port.
Beyond Alcudia the Bay of Pollensa leads to the popular resort of
Puerto
Pollensa. A well used cycle path connects the two places. Puerto Pollensa is
a well established tourist destination which has long been a favourite with the
British market. It is a low rise resort which caters for all nationalities and
is the stepping stone to the beautiful scenery of the Formentor peninsular and
the whole Serra de Tramuntana mountains which stretch the length of the north
west coast of Mallorca. The inland town of Pollensa is worth a visit where local
Mallorcan restaurants serve up some fabulous local meat dishes.
Activities
In an era of activity based tourism this coast has much to offer the visitor.
Alcudia is the main centre for cycling holidays in the region attracting
thousands of cyclists to its bicycle friendly roads with their spectacular
scenery. Even the casual cyclist can rent a bike here and enjoy many hours
cycling along the specially designated cycle tracks which lie next to many major
roads.
Birdwatchers are in their element here, especially when visiting the Albufera
nature reserve just south of Alcudia. And for walkers the opportunities in the
mountains above Puerto Pollensa are numerous with a good range of well marked
paths. Heading into the Tramuntana of the north west coast provides many more
walking routes for all levels. Just pick up a book of recommended walks and
you're in for a treat.
Golfers head for the Alcanada club just west of Alcudia for a beautiful course
surrounded by sea and countryside. See Also:
Mallorca East Coast
Mallorca North West Coast
Mallorca South West Coast
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