Cala Anguila lies south of Porto Cristo, beside Cala Mandia. A small sandy beach opens between low rocks and pines, with clear, shallow water. A restaurant and sunloungers make a beach day easy. Many families share the bay in high summer; outside the main season, there is more room to relax.
Cala Anguila
Cala Anguila in 30 seconds
The essentials at a glance
A little bay to unwind in.
- Worth a visit?
- Yes — for a beach day in a lovely small bay
- Best for
- Families and anyone who likes a restaurant close to the sand
- Best months
- April–June, September–October
- Best time of day
- Early morning for a good spot or a sunlounger
- Time to allow
- Half a day for swimming, longer with a restaurant stop
- With children
- Good in calm conditions, with clear, shallow water
- Without a car
- Walk from nearby accommodation, or take seasonal bus 427 to Cala Mendia and continue on foot
- Parking
- Limited spaces behind the beach, reached by a very narrow road
- Highlight
- Turquoise water between rocks and pines
- Keep in mind
- Peace and space in high summer, or a wide, easy access road
- Access
- Narrow access from Passeig d’Alfons XII; other paths include steps
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From the side path, you can look across the swimming area towards the open sea. In late October, there was plenty of room between towels.
Pines and houses stand above the bay. The small stretch of sand shows why it fills quickly in summer.
The wooden walkway crosses the sand beside the sunloungers and parasols, available to hire during the season.
Getting to know Cala Anguila
Does Cala Anguila suit your plans?
What to expect and what to know before you visit.
Who it suits
- You want a small sandy beach for swimming with children
- You enjoy clear water in a rocky-sided bay
- You like having a restaurant nearby for food or a drink
- You want a relaxing day by the sea in spring or autumn
Things to bear in mind
- You need plenty of space between towels in high summer
- You want an undeveloped cove without visitor facilities
- You expect a wide access road and guaranteed parking
Bus connections
Seasonal TIB bus 427 from Porto Cristo to Cala Mendia
Region
Llevant
Nearest beach
Cala Mandia
0 km
Season guide for Cala Anguila
November Worth considering
Choose a visit according to the weather. Don't count on swimming or open beach facilities.
Worth visiting in April, May, June, September and October.
Location
Location of Cala Anguila
- Region
- Llevant
- Municipality
- Manacor
- Hire car
- not essential
- Worth visiting for
- a day trip
- Coordinates
- 39.5227,3.3178
Cala Anguila and its neighbour
Cala Anguila lies south of Porto Cristo, beside Porto Cristo Novo and Cala Mandia. The two bays sit close together, separated by a rocky headland. Houses and holiday accommodation stand above the shore, while sand, pines and pale rock frame the beach below.
Clear, turquoise water opens out in front of you. The shallows make the bay popular with families, which also explains why the sand fills quickly in summer. Onshore winds can bring waves, so follow the beach flags.
The narrow road to the car park
Turn off the Ma-4014 into the residential area above the bay. For the parking area nearest the sand, follow Passeig d’Alfons XII, sometimes labelled Passeig Alfonso XII.
The final lane branches off at the turning area. It looks more like a small track, and it really is too narrow for two cars to pass. Look for oncoming traffic and wait if necessary before entering. Behind the beach, it opens into a parking area which I estimated could hold around 50 cars.
If you are staying nearby, walking is easiest. Other paths approach from the sides, including steps. With a pushchair, use the rear access, though crossing the sand still takes effort.
From Porto Cristo, another option is seasonal bus 427, which stops in neighbouring Cala Mendia. Continue through the residential streets on foot. Check both your outward and return journey in the TIB timetable.
Swimming, sunloungers and lunch
During the swimming season, there are sunloungers, parasols and lifeguards. My photos show the wooden lifeguard tower, rows of parasols and walkway across the sand. The restaurant is just behind the beach, useful when a quick swim turns into a longer stay.
Families have most things close at hand. A space beside the water or a particular sunlounger isn’t guaranteed, though. Arrive early, especially in July and August. Outside the main season, check whether the restaurant and beach services are operating.
My tip for the quieter months
I found the bay relaxed in late October 2026. That doesn’t mean every autumn day will be quiet: fine weather brings visitors outside high season too. These photos show my visit, rather than a typical day in August.
I would choose April to June or September and October for a beach visit. The sea is still cool in spring, while in autumn the weather and waves decide how long you will want to swim. The guide’s Mallorca climate information gives you an idea of what to expect.
If you have time after swimming, Porto Cristo’s harbour is nearby. Neighbouring Cala Mandia is another beach to try, though it is popular too and won’t necessarily have more space.
You can read more on the official Balearic tourism website. The municipality of Manacor also publishes information about seasonal beach services.
Photographs
Cala Anguila in Mallorca
The beach at a glance
- Underfoot
- Fine pale sand
- Getting into the water
- Shallow water near the shore, suitable for families in calm conditions
- Shade
- Little reliable shade by the water; plan for a parasol or your own sun protection
- Wind
- Onshore winds can bring waves; follow the beach flags
- With children
- Good in calm conditions; stay with children in the water
- Facilities
- Restaurant behind the beach · Seasonal sunlounger and parasol hire · Lifeguards during the swimming season · Parking area behind the bay
Practical details
- Parking
- Parking behind the beach, with roughly 50 spaces by my estimate; very narrow access
- Public transport
- Seasonal bus 427 to Platja de Cala Mendia, then walk to Cala Anguila
- Time to allow
- Half a day for swimming, longer with a restaurant stop
- Good to know
- Arrive early if you want a good spot or a sunlounger. The bay can be busy even outside high season. Restaurant opening and beach services may be limited outside the swimming season.
- Bus
- Seasonal TIB bus 427 from Porto Cristo to Cala Mendia, then continue on foot
- Access
- Access road to the car park behind the beach, then sand; side paths include steps · Pushchairs: Use the rear access rather than the side steps; pushing across the sand takes effort
- Coordinates
- 39.5227,3.3178 Google Maps Apple Maps
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Your questions answered
Your questions about Cala Anguila
Where is Cala Anguila?
Cala Anguila lies south of Porto Cristo on Mallorca's east coast, beside Porto Cristo Novo and Cala Mandia. It belongs to the municipality of Manacor. Cala Mandia is also known as Cala Mendia.
How do you drive to Cala Anguila?
A narrow lane branches off the turning area on Passeig d’Alfons XII and leads to parking behind the beach. The final stretch is only wide enough for one car. Check for oncoming traffic before entering and follow the signs. Other walking routes include steps.
Is there parking at Cala Anguila?
There is a parking area behind the beach which I estimated could hold roughly 50 cars. Spaces are scarce in high season, and arriving early is worthwhile even outside the busiest weeks.
Is Cala Anguila suitable for families?
Yes, the clear, shallow water suits children when the sea is calm. The beach is sandy, a restaurant is nearby and lifeguards work during the swimming season. Follow the flags when there are waves, and stay with children in the water.
Does Cala Anguila get busy outside high season?
It can. My late October 2026 visit was quiet, but fine weather can draw plenty of visitors at other times too. Arrive early if you want a particular spot or sunlounger. July and August are especially busy.
Is there a restaurant at Cala Anguila?
Yes, behind the beach. It is handy for lunch or a cold drink at the end of the day. Check opening times outside the main season.
Can you reach Cala Anguila by bus?
Seasonal TIB bus 427 connects Porto Cristo with nearby Cala Mendia. Walk from the Platja de Cala Mendia stops to Cala Anguila. Check the current TIB timetable, as this is not a year-round service.
Practical questions
When is the best time to visit Cala Anguila?
Recommended months: April, May, June, September, October. A pleasant time for the beach before high season, though the sea remains cool for longer swims.
Is Cala Anguila worth visiting in July and August?
July: worth considering with some reservations. Usually very crowded. Many families and little free space by the water. Arrive early and watch for oncoming cars on the narrow access road. August: worth considering with some reservations. Usually very crowded. Very busy in high season. Arrive early for a spot or sunlounger; parking is not guaranteed.
Do I need a hire car for Cala Anguila?
Easy to manage without a car Seasonal TIB bus 427 from Porto Cristo to Cala Mendia, then continue on foot
Where can I park in Cala Anguila?
Parking behind the beach, with roughly 50 spaces by my estimate; very narrow access
Can you swim at Cala Anguila?
Yes. Fine pale sand Shallow water near the shore, suitable for families in calm conditions Little reliable shade by the water; plan for a parasol or your own sun protection Good in calm conditions; stay with children in the water
Can I visit Cala Anguila with a pushchair or wheelchair?
Access road to the car park behind the beach, then sand; side paths include steps Pushchairs: Use the rear access rather than the side steps; pushing across the sand takes effort
Words and photographs: Friedhelm Fischer. Exploring Mallorca since 2013 — by bike, on foot and with a camera.