In addition to coves and water activities, Portinatx offers mountain biking and walking routes. When choosing a hotel, you can consider whether you plan to spend more of your days by the water or on a route. At S’Arenal Gros, the water reaches a depth of one metre 25 metres from the shore—a specific reference point for this stretch of coast.

Coves and coastal features

S’Arenal Petit is right by Portinatx, between S’Arenal Gros and Punta de sa Torre or des Marès. S’Arenal Gros is the largest of the coves within Cala Portinatx. This size comparison places the cove within Cala Portinatx; the depth measurement, by contrast, refers to a specific distance from the shore. The two details therefore describe different aspects of this stretch of coast.

There are picturesque fishermen’s huts at Port de Portinatx. The sandy and rocky seabed at Playa Port de Portinatx is suitable for snorkelling. This adds a coastal feature at the harbour and a specific water activity at the beach.

Snorkelling, sailing and excursions

The outer area of Cala Portinatx is suitable for sailing. Nearby, Cala Xuclar is a small cove with calm, clear waters that are suitable for diving. Fishermen’s huts adorn its sides. Cala Xuclar can be reached from Portinatx via the signposted route after about two kilometres. As road conditions and parking availability can change, check these details in advance.

Boat trips to Cala Xarraca and Cala Xucla can be taken from S’Arenal Gros. If you plan such a trip, check the dates and timetable in advance, as operators and departure times may vary.

Walking and cycling routes

The Ruta des Camí Vell de Portinatx PR-EI-102 is a 17.94-kilometre circular route connecting Sant Joan de Labritja and Portinatx. It follows the former cart track that residents used to travel between Portinatx and Sant Joan, and is suitable for mountain biking. Its length, circular route and connection between the two places offer different points of reference for planning your trip. Trail conditions can change; check them before setting out.

A circular route in Portinatx is around 12 kilometres long and has a low difficulty rating. Length and difficulty answer different questions: how long is the loop, and how difficult is it rated? It is also worth checking trail conditions before setting out. Compared with the 17.94-kilometre circular route, this loop is around six kilometres shorter.

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