Colonia Sant Jordi offers several distinct reasons to stay on the coast: Playa Des Port in the tourist and residential centre, a flat coastal route, and the annual Sant Jordi festival in April. The history of the neighbouring port and the connection to the Cabrera Archipelago also shape the character of the area. When planning your trip, it is worth deciding first whether the beach, a coastal walk, or the April event should be your main focus.
Playa Des Port: Beach and Port
Playa Des Port is about 150 metres long and lies in the tourist and residential centre of Colònia de Sant Jordi. The beach is very busy in summer. Sun loungers and parasols are available to hire, and there are showers, a lifeguard, and restaurants offering a varied selection of food; the facilities may vary. The Cabrera Archipelago can also be seen on the horizon from Playa Des Port.
The port is right next to Playa Des Port and was already used by the Phoenicians and Romans. Shipwrecks have been found on the seabed in the surrounding area. For anyone interested not only in beach amenities but also in maritime history, there is a clear shift in focus here: alongside the beach are the port’s ancient use and the shipwreck discoveries.
A Coastal Route with Clear Details
The Salinetes–Colònia de Sant Jordi coastal route begins on streets in Colònia de Sant Jordi that border the salt ponds of Salinas de s’Avall. It is almost circular, 4,100 metres long, and runs over flat terrain; it is also well suited to families. The details on length, terrain, and suitability for families answer different planning questions and make it possible to consider the route as an alternative to the beach.
Beach Profiles and the Cabrera Connection
Nearby is Es CarbĂł, considered the unspoilt sandy beach most visited by local residents and visitors to the village. This places two distinct beach profiles side by side: Playa Des Port in the tourist and residential centre, and Es CarbĂł as an unspoilt sandy beach in the surrounding area. This distinction can help you choose a beach to suit your interests.
The Cabrera Archipelago is also connected to the area in two ways: it can be seen on the horizon from Playa Des Port. The Ses Salines visitor centre is located in Colònia de Sant Jordi and is designed to introduce visitors to the archipelago without requiring a trip there.
The Sant Jordi Festival in April
Every year in April, Colònia de Sant Jordi celebrates the festival in honour of its patron saint, Sant Jordi, for more than a week. The programme includes exhibitions, concerts, markets featuring traditional products, and drawing and photography competitions. The range of events gives the festival a cultural, musical, and market-focused character. If you would like to time your trip around the event, check the specific festival dates in advance.
For planning when to visit, there are two different points to bear in mind: the festival takes place every year in April, while Playa Des Port is very busy in summer. The coastal route adds a specific walking option to these seasonal considerations, with details on its length and terrain.
For the broader travel overview: Ses Salines.
