Can Picafort – A Bustling Beach on the Bay of Alcúdia
Location & Beach Profile
Location: 9 kilometres from Santa Margalida
Type of Beach: Sand (Natural)
Length: 1300m
Average Width: 30m
Occupancy: High
Typical Visitors: Tourist
Access: Pedestrians, Vehicles & Boats
Nearby Port: Club Esportiu Can Picafort
Features: Rubbish Bin · Disabled Access · Anchoring Zone · Watersports · First Aid · Shower · Telephone · Toilet · Blue Flag · Restaurant · Boat Trips
A Popular Seaside Destination with Urban Energy
One of the busiest and most developed beaches in the municipality of Santa Margalida, Can Picafort blends urban amenities with golden sands and a lively promenade. This coastal hub includes a marina, a camping area (Platja Blava), and proximity to literary history—Concha Alós based her award-winning novel Las hogueras here in the 1950s, before mass tourism reshaped the town.
Boating & Swimming on a Bustling Bay
Located in the Bay of Alcúdia, the beach stretches over a kilometre and boasts fine, golden sand. Swimmers and sunbathers enjoy the Blue Flag-certified waters, while boaters should approach with care—navigating past the breakwater and avoiding the Escull de Can Barret sandbank, marked by a buoy 150m offshore. To the west, the quiet beaches of es Comú and Casetes des Capellans offer calmer alternatives.
Family-Friendly with Full Facilities
With excellent accessibility, including nearby parking and a bus stop just 100m away, Can Picafort is ideal for families and tourists. The beach is fully equipped with showers, toilets, lifeguards, beach gear rentals, and wheelchair access, making it one of the most convenient and comfortable spots on the north coast of Mallorca.
The information and pictures provided within this Beach Guide is courtesy of PlatgesdeBalears.com