Attractions and Activities in Mallorca: Accessible Experiences for Your Holiday

Accessible Beaches in Mallorca

Breathing in the fresh sea air and enjoying the sun – a perfect Mallorca holiday naturally includes relaxing days at the beach. At many beaches on the island, you can also enjoy the fine sand or bathe in the warm, blue sea without barriers, even with limited mobility or a disability, as special facilities are available. These include:

• Parking spaces for people with limited mobility
• Wheelchair-accessible paths from the car park or bus stop to the beach
• Wheelchair-accessible walkways
• Ramps to the beach
• Rental of amphibious wheelchairs, beach walking aids and swimming aids for barrier-free movement on the beach and in the water
• Hoists that can lift you into the water
• Ground guidance systems on paths and tactile information for people with visual impairments
• Accessible toilets
• Trained support staff for people with limited mobility

Depending on which beach you want to visit, the support services may vary. Therefore, before your visit, find out which services are available at your chosen accessible beach.

There are over 60 accessible beaches to discover in Mallorca. A selection of some beautiful, wheelchair-accessible beaches can be found in the following table:

West

North

South

East

Accessible Attractions in Mallorca: Discovering Nature and Culture

Besides miles of sandy beaches, Mallorca naturally has much more to offer. You shouldn't miss out on an excursion to the island's breathtaking nature with impressive mountains and fascinating wildlife during your holiday. Additionally, historic towns provide excitement and allow you to journey into past times. We present five accessible excursion highlights in Mallorca.

Attractions in Palma: Exploring the Old Town

The historic old town of Palma and the surrounding attractions are popular destinations for Mallorca holidaymakers. To make the area accessible to all visitors without barriers, the city has launched the "Palma for All" initiative and offers four accessible routes through different parts of the city:

• The Palma Alta route leads through the upper old town, past artistic treasures of the past and through the Jewish quarter of Palma.
• The Palma Baja route runs through the lower old town and is ideal for shopping in one of the many shops or taking a short break in a café.
• On the Santa Catalina route, you'll discover the neighbourhood of the same name and can stroll through Palma's oldest market hall and admire the houses built in the Catalan Art Nouveau style.
• The Cala Mayor route focuses on impressive buildings such as Bellver Castle, San Carlos Castle and the Marivent Palace.

Throughout the old town of Palma and in the surrounding districts, there are many wheelchair-accessible paths as well as seating areas for resting. In some areas, pedestrian guidance systems and acoustic signals at pedestrian crossings help with orientation. You'll also find accessible toilets in many restaurants and bars. A city map with the marked routes is available at the city's tourist information offices. You can also use a QR code on the map to learn about attractions and the accessibility of the routes.

Alcúdia: Experience the Historic Old Town Accessibly

The town of Alcúdia is located in the north of Mallorca and promises a holiday day full of culture and history. A special highlight is the 1.5 km long city wall that surrounds the old town. This was built in the 14th century and still protects the city today. In the town centre, you'll find magnificent noble houses (Casas Señoriales), medieval buildings and the town hall. The old town of Alcúdia is ideal for an exploration tour, as thanks to level floors and gentle inclines, you can easily navigate through the town's alleys as a wheelchair user. For people with limited mobility, there are several benches available for breaks in between. People with visual impairments can easily orient themselves using high-relief maps and be guided through the beautiful old town of Alcúdia with an audio guide.

Accessible Journey Through Western Mallorca on the Paseo de Calvià

The municipality of Calvià stretches across the west of the island at the foot of the Tramuntana mountains and unites twelve towns (Cas Català, Ses Illetes, Costa de la Calma, Bendinat, Portals Nous, Palmanova, Magalluf, Son Ferrer, El Toro, Santa Ponça, Galatzó and Peguera). On the walking path Paseo de Calvià, you have the opportunity to explore the idyllic towns, fantastic nature, small coves and beaches of the municipality. You can cover the 32 km long and mostly level route in smaller stages on foot or with a handbike attached to a wheelchair. Signs along the way help you maintain orientation.

S'Albufera Nature Park: Immerse Yourself in Mallorcan Nature

In the S'Albufera Nature Park, Mallorca's largest wetland, you'll experience the diversity of native flora and fauna. The nature reserve extends over an area of more than 1600 hectares in the north of the island and is an important sanctuary for native bird species and migratory birds. You can observe these during a hike through the park from several accessible viewpoints. Many paths in the nature park are wheelchair-accessible and have handrails that you can hold onto. Some paths are also equipped with ground indicators for better orientation with a cane.

Accessible Shopping and Dining in Port d'Andratx

Port d'Andratx is one of the most extraordinary ports in Mallorca, as the old fishing village now serves as a mooring place for numerous sailing ships and yachts. In this picturesque harbour town, you can shop in luxurious stores or indulge in delicious food at elegant restaurants. The paths in the town are wheelchair-accessible and well signposted. Many restaurants have accessible toilets.