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Cala Fornells (07748 Es Mercadal)
4.6★ · 553 Google ratings · Es Mercadal, Balearic Islands
✓ Parking✓ Short walk✓ Restrooms✓ Good for kids
At a glance
Parking
On-site lot · 10 m away · about 91 spaces
Walk
You're on it
Restrooms
Yes · 300 m away
Children
Reported good for young kids
Sand
10 m from the water to the back
Crowds
Quietest Tue 8am
Map of Cala Fornells (07748 Es Mercadal)
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Guide
Good to know
Access water via metal stairs or ladders
Stainless steel staircases and metal ladders provide entry to the water from the stone pier and shaded pergola area.
Bring snorkeling gear for fish viewing
The water is exceptionally clear with abundant fish visible from shore, but snorkeling enhances the experience significantly.
Plan for a quick dip, not a day
Multiple visitors note this is a small urban cove ideal for a refreshing swim after a meal.
Reported good with little kids
Visitors often mention shallow or calm water. This is what reviewers report, not a safety assessment.Mentioned by 4 visitors · 2017–2026
Arrive early to avoid crowds
Reviewers report the village becomes noticeably busy and crowded, especially in evening hours and peak season.
Watch for jellyfish in summer
At least one visitor reported jellyfish presence in the swimming area during warm months.
Conditions
How it is right now
Air
25.1°C · clear
Wind
3 km/h from the WNW
Shelter
Cross-shore · wind running along the beach
UV index
7 peak today
Last updated Sep 3, 10:29 PM.
Crowds
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📍 Carrer dels Vivers, 4, 07748 Es Mercadal, Illes Balears
🅿 Parking 10 m from the listing
🌊 The listing sits on the shoreline
🚽 Restrooms 300 m away
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Questions
Common questions
Where do you park at Cala Fornells?
The nearest mapped parking area is 10 m from the listed location. Positions come from OpenStreetMap, not from review text.
How far is the walk to the water at Cala Fornells?
The listed location sits on the shoreline itself, so there is no walk to speak of once you are out of the car.
Does Cala Fornells have restrooms?
Restrooms are mapped 300 m from the listing.
When is Cala Fornells least busy?
Google visit patterns put the quietest hour at Tue 8am and the busiest at Sat 6pm.
Measured from OpenStreetMap, public aerial imagery and live conditions data, and counted from visitor reviews. Every source, in full.
