Port d'Andratx

Welcome to the southwest corner of Mallorca and the picturesque Port d'Andratx, or 'Porto de Anthrax' as you might hear some phonetically pronounce it. This is one of the most 'spectacular' and 'remarkably calm' coastlines on the…

We begin at the heart of the port’s traditional identity: the working fishing quay. Despite its reputation for luxury, Port d'Andratx remains a 'working port' at its core. …

As we move along the waterfront promenade, we enter the social heart of the port. This is the place for 'people watching,' where the 'vibrant thoroughfare' is lined with 'bars and restaurants' getting ready for the lunchtime rush. …

Turning our gaze upward to the hillsides surrounding the harbor, we see some of the most expensive real estate in the Mediterranean. These 'houses which are perched on the hillside' offer 'fantastic views with a fantastic price…

Tucked away in the back streets is the local church, a 'cute' and 'pinkish' building that serves as the spiritual heart of the community. This church is a reminder of the 'old' Port d'Andratx, a place where locals have gathered…

If you walk to the very end of the promenade on the western side, you will reach the point that explains why this port exists: the narrow entrance. This 'narrow entrance' between 'big cliffs' is what makes Port d'Andratx 'one of…

For those who wish to 'lace up their hiking boots,' Port d'Andratx is a gateway to some of the most 'unspoiled natural beauty' on the island. While the port itself has 'not much in the way of beaches'—perhaps just a 'little sandy…

As we conclude our walk through Port d'Andratx, I hope you have gained a deeper appreciation for this 'spectacular' and 'remarkably calm' corner of Mallorca. We have seen the 'proper fishing boats' that keep the village’s…