A freestanding rock arch in the sea, one of the south-east coast’s best-known views. The viewpoint lies between Cala Santanyí and Cala Llombards, costs nothing and takes about ten minutes to reach on foot.
Mirador Es Pontàs
Mirador Es Pontàs in 30 seconds
The essentials at a glance
- Worth visiting for
- A short visit
- Best for
- Rocky coastal scenery and a short photography stop
- Best months
- January–June, September–December
- Time to allow
- Twenty minutes for the walk and view, or an hour with a coastal stroll.
- Without a car
- Hire car needed
- Parking
- Roadside between Cala Santanyí and Cala Llombards; limited room in high season.
- Highlight
- A freestanding rock arch in the sea
- Keep in mind
- A step-free route with a protected viewing platform
- Access
- Pushchairs: Not a practical choice. · Wheelchairs: Not accessible.
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The arch takes on a different shape when viewed from the sea.
The viewpoint looks along the coastline towards Cala Llombards.
From above, you can see how the arch sits within the surrounding coastline.
Drive from the airport
55 minutes
55 km
Bus connections
No direct service
Region
Migjorn
Nearest beach
Cala Llombards
1 km
Elevation
40 m
above sea level
Season guide for Mirador Es Pontàs
November Worth a visit
Very quiet Open
Worth visiting in January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December.
Location
Location of Mirador Es Pontàs
- Region
- Migjorn
- Municipality
- Santanyí
- Elevation
- 40 m above sea level
- Airport
- 55 km , around 55 minutes
- Hire car
- needed
- Worth visiting for
- a brief stop
- Coordinates
- 39.3292,3.1272
The arch
Between Cala Santanyí and Cala Llombards, Es Pontàs stands alone in the sea. Its name means roughly “the great bridge”. Mirador Es Pontàs offers the best view of it.
It’s one of this coast’s best-known sights, reached by a short walk of a few minutes from the road.
There’s no ticket desk, no set opening hours and no railing. Keep back from the edge, particularly with children or in windy conditions.
Timing matters
At midday, the sun sits behind the arch, turning it into a silhouette and filling the water with glare.
In the late afternoon, light falls from the front and reveals the colour of the water beneath it.
On windy days, waves surge through the opening, a particularly striking sight in winter.
For climbers
The arch is reachable only from the water and internationally known for deep-water soloing, climbing without ropes above open water, with only the sea below. You may occasionally see boats beneath it from the viewpoint.
Nearby
Cala Santanyí and Cala Llombards are each about five minutes away by car, with a cliff path passing between them. Santanyí itself is about fifteen minutes inland.
Photographs
Mirador Es Pontàs in Mallorca
Practical details
- Parking
- Roadside between Cala Santanyí and Cala Llombards; limited room in high season.
- Time to allow
- Twenty minutes for the walk and view, or an hour with a coastal stroll.
- Good to know
- No admission charge, ticket desk or barrier at the edge. Late afternoon gives better light; at midday the arch is silhouetted.
- Bus
- No direct service; seasonal buses reach Cala Santanyí, followed by a walk.
- Access
- Short natural path across rock and through scrub. · Pushchairs: Not a practical choice. · Wheelchairs: Not accessible. · Dogs: Keep dogs on a lead; there’s no railing at the edge.
- What you will not find
- Admission charge or ticket desk · Cliff-edge railings · Places to eat or drink · Shade
- Coordinates
- 39.3292,3.1272 Google Maps Apple Maps
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Your questions answered
Your questions about Mirador Es Pontàs
What is Es Pontàs?
A freestanding sea arch off the coast between Cala Santanyí and Cala Llombards. Its name means roughly “the great bridge”. It’s a well-known sight on this coast, viewed from a lookout reached from the road.
How do you reach Mirador Es Pontàs?
Drive along the road between Cala Santanyí and Cala Llombards, park by the roadside and follow the short natural path. You can also walk from Cala Santanyí along the cliffs in around twenty minutes.
When is the light best at Es Pontàs?
Late afternoon. At midday, the sun is behind the arch, leaving it silhouetted and the water bright with glare. Later, light falls from the front and reveals the colour beneath the arch.
Is there an admission charge?
No. There’s no ticket desk, set opening hours or barrier. Keep back from the cliff edge, particularly with children or in wind.
Can you climb down to Es Pontàs?
The arch itself is accessible only from the water and is internationally known for deep-water soloing, climbing without ropes above open water. For visitors, the viewpoint is the destination. There’s no marked route down to the waterline.
Practical questions
When is the best time to visit Mirador Es Pontàs?
Recommended months: January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November, December. Clear air and few visitors, with waves surging through the arch on windy days.
Is Mirador Es Pontàs worth visiting in July and August?
July: worth considering with some reservations. Usually busy. Roadside parking gets crowded, and midday light is less favourable. August: worth considering with some reservations. Usually busy.
How far is Mirador Es Pontàs from Palma airport?
About 55 km from Palma airport. Allow roughly 55 minutes by car. The viewpoint is off the road between Cala Santanyí and Cala Llombards. Park by the roadside and walk the final stretch.
Do I need a hire car for Mirador Es Pontàs?
A car is needed No direct service; seasonal buses reach Cala Santanyí, followed by a walk.
Where can I park in Mirador Es Pontàs?
Roadside between Cala Santanyí and Cala Llombards; limited room in high season.
Can I visit Mirador Es Pontàs with a pushchair or wheelchair?
Short natural path across rock and through scrub. Pushchairs: Not a practical choice. Wheelchairs: Not accessible.
Are dogs allowed at Mirador Es Pontàs?
Keep dogs on a lead; there’s no railing at the edge.
Words and photographs: Friedhelm Fischer. Exploring Mallorca since 2013 — by bike, on foot and with a camera.