Pebbles at the foot of the Victòria peninsula
A beach of white pebbles at the head of a cove hemmed in by cliffs, on the east side of the Victòria peninsula. There are no buildings or facilities: just pine woods, rock and water that turns turquoise as soon as it gets deep. You reach it on foot from the es Coll Baix refuge or by boat from Port d'Alcúdia.
45min
On foot from ses Caragoles
220m
Of white pebbles
140m
Height of the es Coll Baix pass
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- Wind
- Offshore waves
Platja des Coll Baix opens to the . With an offshore wind it stays sheltered; if the wind blows in from the sea, the waves come in.
Parking
Small car park at ses Caragoles
Then about 45 min on foot (moderate).
See it from the sea
Trips that pass by Platja des Coll Baix. In July and August it pays to book ahead.
Alcúdia: boat trip to Coll Baix
Boat from Port d'Alcúdia across the bay to Coll Baix, with a swim from the boat.
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Mallorca: Coll Baix boat tour with snorkelling and drinks
Boat from Alcúdia marina with swimming and snorkelling at Coll Baix.
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Alcúdia: boat tour to Coll Baix beach, sea caves and snorkelling
Small-group boat from the bay of Alcúdia with 40 minutes at Coll Baix for swimming, snorkelling and paddleboarding.
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What you’ll find
- Pebbles
- Pebbles and fine shingle; gets deep quickly, about 220 × 50 m of beach.
- Facilities
- None: no beach bar, no toilets, no lifeguard. Bring everything you need.
- Little shade
- Just a few low pines at the foot of the cliff. The beach is in the sun almost all day.
- Snorkelling: good
- Rocky seabed on both sides of the beach and very clear water on calm days.
- Kids, with care
- The last stretch involves scrambling over rocks and the water gets deep a few metres from the shore. No lifeguard.
- Dogs: no specific rule
- We haven't found a specific local rule for this beach. Keep your dog on a lead; there are free-roaming goats.
How to get there
- By car and on foot
- Free dirt parking area at ses Caragoles, at the end of the section of the camí de sa Muntanya that's open to cars. A chain stops you driving on to the refuge. There are few spaces and in summer it fills up early. From the Mal Pas, drive along the camí de sa Muntanya, tarmac at first and dirt at the end. Park at ses Caragoles and carry on on foot along the track to the es Coll Baix refuge. There a path starts through the pines, zigzagging down towards the sea and ending on the coastal rocks, about 200 metres north-east of the beach. That last stretch is a scramble, using your hands.
- By bus
- There's no stop nearby. The Bonaire and Mal Pas developments are several kilometres away along the track.
- By boat
- Various boat trips and hire boats leave from Port d'Alcúdia and anchor in the cove. In summer there are boats almost all day.
Best time to go
- Season
- May, June, September and October
- Time of day
- First thing, before the boats arrive
- Crowds in summer
- Medium
Few people come on foot. In July and August the cove fills with anchored boats, especially around midday.
Tips and what to bring
- Closed shoes, not flip-flops. The end of the path is loose rock and you’ll need your hands.
- Plenty of water. There are no fountains or beach bar, and the way back is all uphill and in the sun.
- Something for shade. There are no trees over the pebbles and the stones get scorching at midday.
- Keep your food packed away. The Victòria goats come down to the beach and open rucksacks.
- Check the wind before you go. The cove opens to the north-east; with the tramuntana (the north wind) or gregal (the north-east wind) the waves come in and swimming isn’t comfortable.
In the morning the sun shines straight into the cove. With the ponent (the west wind) or mestral (the north-west wind) the water is usually calm, and that’s when you can see the seabed best.
Photos of Platja des Coll Baix
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- Cala Poncet3.7 km · guide coming soon
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Platja des Coll Baix?
On foot or by boat. By car, go from the Mal Pas along the camí de sa Muntanya to ses Caragoles. From there it's about 45 minutes' walk: a track to the refuge, a path down and a final rocky stretch.
Where do I park?
In the dirt parking area at ses Caragoles, which is free and has few spaces. Beyond it there's a chain and cars can't go any further. In summer it's best to arrive before 09:30.
Does it get busy?
Few people come overland, but in summer lots of boats and boat trips from Port d'Alcúdia anchor here. First thing in the morning, and outside July and August, it's much quieter.
Is it good for children?
Only with children who walk well and can scramble. The end of the path is loose rock, there's no shade on the beach and the water gets deep quickly.
Can I bring my dog?
We haven't found a specific rule. If you take your dog, keep it on a lead: there are wild goats on the cliffs and it's a hunting area in season.
Is the way down dangerous?
It isn't dangerous if you wear closed shoes and take your time, but the last stretch means using your hands and some stones move. Avoid sitting right under the cliff: there's fallen rock at its base.