Enjoy your holiday in a luxury hotel
Enjoy your holiday in a luxury hotel
Mallorca, the largest of the Balearic Islands, offers endless possibilities to enjoy the Mediterranean Sea. Not only for its well-known beaches and hidden coves, but also for the route through the most beautiful lighthouses in Mallorca, which can be visited throughout the entire island.

The lighthouses aim to guide sailors and fishermen, and over the years, they have become one of the most seductive points of interest at a tourist and historical level. Blended perfectly with the natural landscapes of the island, we present a small route through the most beautiful lighthouses in Mallorca, which will captivate you if you visit the Mallorcan island.

6 unmissable lighthouses to give light to Mallorca.

Capdepera lighthouse

Capdepera Lighthouse, one of the most popular on the island, is located in the easternmost part, in the municipality that gives it its name. It has been in operation since 1861 and is easily accessible by car, allowing visitors to reach the area without difficulty. It is considered one of the best to see the sunrise, and, in addition, it is present in one of the best-known songs by singer-songwriter Joan Manuel Serrat: “I prefer roads to borders and a butterfly to Rockefeller Center and the Capdepera lighthouse keeper to the lookout of the West”.

Porto Pi Lighthouse

Declared a Historic-Artistic Monument in 1983, Porto Pi Lighthouse is the one that stands out the most from a historical perspective, ranking as the second-oldest lighthouse in Spain and one of the oldest lighthouses in the world, which has been in operation since 1617. If you decide to visit it, you cannot miss a visit to its museum, where you can see a collection of Spanish lighthouses, as well as various pieces of lighting and maritime signalling.

Cabo Blanco Lighthouse

Inaugurated in 1863 and designed by the engineer Emili Pou, Cabo Blanco Lighthouse is one of the best located, in an area of outstanding cliffs, being one of those that most attract the attention of visitors. Fascinating sunsets can be seen from the lighthouse, and the visit can be completed by skirting the cliffs that reach Pi cove

Formentor Lighthouse

On the route through the most beautiful lighthouses in Mallorca, Formentor Lighthouse is the best representative. Located in an impressive and idyllic setting, at the northern end of the island, on the Formentor peninsula, the path you have to follow to get there is absolutely incredible; You will be surrounded by beaches, mountains and spectacular landscapes that, we guarantee, you will not be able to forget.

Figuera Cove Lighthouse

Another of the most beautiful lighthouses in Mallorca is the Cove Figuera Lighthouse. Although access by car is not allowed, and it can only be accessed on foot along the coast along a route of approximately one hour from Portal Vells cove, once there, you will discover that its location makes it really beautiful. If you want to have the best views, you will have to approach the remains of the old defensive tower dating from the 16th century.

Lighthouse of Porto Colom

Also designed by Emili Pou, the Porto Colom Lighthouse is named after one of the most exceptional lighthouses on the island. Located at one end of the characteristic Puerto Colom bay , the lighthouse is characterized by its centennial optics from the Tramuntana Lighthouse. From a historical context, it is worth mentioning the German invasion of the lighthouse on November 6, 1937 during the Spanish Civil War.

Book your room at Santa Clara Urban Hotel & Spa and enjoy all the advantages and comforts of the hotel. Surprise yourself with the route through the most beautiful lighthouses in Mallorca and make your holiday unique.

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