Beach and water sports in Port d'Alcúdia
Alcúdia Beach is more than 3 km long and has shallow, clear water. When planning, it is worth distinguishing the beach's general features from the activities available in individual sections: windsurfing, ski riding, sailing and paddle surfing are each suited to specific sections of the beach, not necessarily everywhere. This lets you focus your stay on the beach and the water sports mentioned here.
Alcúdia Beach has wooden walkways for visitors with disabilities. If you are planning to use these walkways during your visit, check their current condition in advance. There are also lifeguards and rescue workers at several sections. If their presence is important to your plans, check when they will be on duty during your travel dates.
Hidropark as a separate water-based option
Another option in Port d'Alcúdia is Hidropark, a water park covering an area of 40,000 square metres. It offers water attractions for adults and children. This makes it easy to distinguish between two different options: Alcúdia Beach, with its beach features and water sports available in specific sections, and a park with water attractions. Which option best suits your stay depends on what you are looking for.
Culture and history in the wider Alcúdia destination
In the wider Alcúdia destination, the historic town and the archaeological site of Pollentia are among the main attractions alongside the beaches. Pollentia was founded after the conquest of Mallorca in 123 BC and is considered the beginning of urban life on Mallorca. The remains reveal different aspects of this history: La Portella was a residential area with the remains of three Roman houses; the Forum includes the Capitol, two smaller temples and a group of tabernae. Casa de los Dos Tesoros in La Portella is considered the best-preserved house in Pollentia.
The Roman theatre is also part of Pollentia. It dates from the 1st century and preserves the cavea, orchestra and stage. It is also the only surviving Roman theatre in Mallorca. Pollentia was declared a historic-artistic complex in 1946. Those interested in the finds and everyday life of the ancient city can find further insights at the Museo Monogràfic de Pollença in Alcúdia's historic centre: the first exhibition area displays pottery, jewellery and games from the excavations, illustrating everyday and domestic life. The second area displays archaeological materials from the Forum and other public buildings, including sculptures and inscriptions.
Alcúdia's historic centre has two sets of walls: a medieval one and a Renaissance one. The parish church of Sant Jaume is integrated into the town walls; the Chapel of the Holy Christ stands beside the church and was built at the end of the 17th century. Can Fondo bears Alcúdia's oldest known coat of arms. For a walk along the walls, the Camí de Ronda runs along the inner road and leads to Porta del Moll, also known as Porta de Xara, and Porta de Sant Sebastià, also known as Porta de Mallorca. A route through the historic centre is a cultural walk through the town centre.
A visit to the historic centre can also include recurring events: the weekly market takes place on Tuesdays and Sundays from 8:00 am to 1:30 pm. Stalls sell fruit and vegetables as well as costume jewellery, leather goods and clothing. Check the market hours again before your visit. The Feria de Alcúdia takes place there on the first weekend of October and features agriculture, livestock, business, crafts and gastronomy. For specific travel planning, it is advisable to check the event dates and programme.
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