Magaluf combines a beach of fine, white sand with water sports and a renewed seafront promenade. The time of year and the kind of beach experience you want are important when planning your trip: long walks along the shore are an option in the off-season, while various water sports are available at the beach.
Beach and season
Magaluf beach is approximately 1,600 metres long and around 60 metres wide. It consists of fine, white sand. Both measurements are approximate and describe the size of the coastal stretch in two directions. This is especially relevant to your travel plans if the beach itself is to be the focus of your stay. The measurements show an elongated stretch of coast: its approximate length is considerably greater than its approximate width.
Long walks along the shore are a good option in the off-season. If such walks are part of your travel plans, choose your travel dates accordingly. The seasonal timing is especially important if long walks are one of the main reasons for your trip.
Water sports and beach services
The beach offers dinghy sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, parasailing and ride surfing. This selection provides different ways to spend time on the water. If a particular activity is central to your stay, check its current availability before planning your day around it.
The beach has a lifeguard service, an access route for people with disabilities and showers. Availability may vary by season. Sun loungers and parasols are available to rent, and there are also several beach bars. If you plan to rely on any of these services, check their current availability. For the beach bars, their opening hours are also relevant to your visit.
Seafront promenade and history
Following the renewal of the seafront promenade, the second phase of construction on the Paseo MarĂtimo Gabriel Escarrer Juliá opened in May 2026. The opening adds another point of interest to consider when choosing a location. If you are looking beyond beach activities when making your decision, you can also take this more recent development in Magaluf into account.
The area where the beach now stretches was once a swamp where smugglers hid their goods.
Getting there and accommodation
Magaluf can also be reached by public transport. For your specific journey, check the connections for your travel date and plan accordingly. If you are looking for hotels in Magaluf, start by deciding on the location: do the beach, water sports and promenade suit your stay? Then compare the details of each accommodation with your requirements.
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