Puerto de Alcudia, Mallorca
The perfect blend of sea, history, and adventure
Located in the north of Mallorca, Port d’Alcúdia is a destination that truly has it all. Its beach offers white sands and crystal-clear waters, perfect for families, couples, and water sports enthusiasts. Just steps from the port, the historic town of Alcúdia invites you to travel back in time with its medieval walls, cobbled streets, and local market. The area also boasts an extensive culinary offering. Port d’Alcúdia is ideal for exploring Mallorca’s natural wonders, with hiking and cycling routes leading to unique landscapes like the S’Albufera Natural Park. With its blend of natural beauty, history, and activities to suit all tastes, this port is a must-visit on the island.
Fauna and Flora
The Puig de la Victòria, Punta de Manresa, Son Fe, Puig de Sant Martí, and S’Albufereta are Alcudia’s main natural areas.
These regions are rich in protected animal and plant species, such as the osprey, which nests in the La Victòria area, and the foxglove, a perennial ornamental plant endemic to the Balearic Islands.
Mediterranean species like junipers are found in the dunes of the Bay of Alcudia. Olive trees, pines, and holm oaks cover extensive rocky areas near the coast, while the distinctive tamarisks create notable forests in S’Albufereta.
Gastronomy
Traditional cuisine is both flavorful and diverse. Among its typical dishes, you can find frit de porc, tumbet, arròs brut, and sopes mallorquines.
The iconic cold meat of Mallorca is sobrasada, made with pork, lard, and paprika.
The ensaïmada is the crown jewel of pastries. It has a spiral shape and can be filled with cream, chocolate, custard, or angel hair among other ingredients. Wine also plays a significant role in the island’s gastronomic heritage, with two geographical areas holding Designation of Origin: Binissalem and Pla i Llevant.
History and Culture
Alcudia traces its origins to the ancient Islamic farmhouse “Al-Qudya,” which means “hill” in Arabic. However, the earliest signs of settlement date back to the pre-Talayotic period, between 2000 and 1500 BCE.
The Roman city of Pol·lèntia and the Roman Theatre are located south of Alcudia’s historic center. In 1974, these were declared a Historic-Artistic Site, along with the medieval wall that encircles the town.
Other points of interest include the Torre Major, erected in the 17th century to defend Alcudia from pirate attacks, and the Cova de Sant Martí, a natural cave linked to the region’s earliest Christian worship practices.
Leisure and Free Time
Alcudia and its surroundings offer endless opportunities for leisure and sports activities: sailing, surfing, swimming, diving, paragliding, hang gliding, horseback riding, golf, beach volleyball, squash, paddle tennis…
A wide variety of marked trails for cycling, hiking, and Nordic walking take you through uniquely beautiful landscapes.
The area also features a water park with creative facilities for the whole family to enjoy. Additionally, various maritime excursions depart daily from the port of Alcudia, offering irresistible trips to the most spectacular natural spots along the northern coast of the island.
Beaches and Surroundings
Port d’Alcúdia is located 3 km from the medieval town of Alcúdia, in the northeastern part of Mallorca. Between the bays of Pollença and Alcúdia stretches a vast natural area featuring islets, cliffs, and extensive sandy beaches.
Some of the island’s most surprising coves can be found in this region, including the beaches of Alcanada, Can Cap de Bou, and El Coll Baix, among others.
Numerous canals line the second maritime strip of Port d’Alcúdia, also known as the City of Lakes. Lago Esperanza and Lago Menor create a unique landscape, blending natural beauty with modern infrastructure offering all necessary amenities.
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