Na Patana – Remote Beauty Beside Ancient Tombs
Location & Beach Profile
Location: 14 kilometres from Santa Margalida
Type of Beach: Sand (Natural)
Length: 100m
Average Width: 8m
Occupancy: Low
Typical Visitors: Tourist
Access: Pedestrians
Nearby Port: Port Esportiu de Can Picafort
Features: Anchoring Zone
Quiet Shores in a Protected Dune Reserve
Na Patana, also known as Punta de na Patana, sits along a remote and low-lying stretch of coastline defined by limestone platforms and untouched dunes. As part of the Son Real dune system, it lies within an area of over 1,100 hectares of protected landscape, backed by the thick pines of the Pinar des Revellar. Despite its natural richness, this narrow sandy beach remains unfrequented, offering rare tranquillity.
Not Ideal for Boats, but a Haven for Walkers
Anchoring is discouraged due to shallow waters and submerged flagstones, particularly during strong swells or winds from sea. The rocky underwater terrain poses hazards for boats, though the nearby Port Esportiu de Can Picafort offers proper facilities for those arriving by water.
A Coastal Walk Through Time
The area is steeped in archaeological significance. Just beyond the beach, walkers can reach the Necrópolis de Punta des Fenicis, a burial site dating back to the 8th century BC, comprising over a hundred aristocratic tombs—some shaped like small talaiots or navetes. You’ll also find the Son Bauló battery, an 18th-century coastal defence on the edge of Arenal de ses Assussenes.
Na Patana is an excellent destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts seeking a peaceful and enriching coastal escape.
The information and pictures provided within this Beach Guide is courtesy of PlatgesdeBalears.com