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Areas of Mallorca – Northeast
The northeast encompasses from Colonia de Sant Pere to Manacor. The northeast features many areas of out-standing natural beauty against a dramatic backdrop of mountains. The coastline can be wild with large stretches of sandy beaches, isolated bays with crystal clear sea. Throughout the area, you will find typical Mallorcan countryside with ancient olive and carob trees, where sheep graze as they have done for centuries.
Here is one of the most idyllic spots in Mallorca where you can escape from the strains and stresses of modern day life disconnect and completely relax.
Much of this area remains relatively untouched by tourism development and it offers a great outdoor life with 5 golf courses in the area, sailing, scuba diving, deep sea fishing, cycling, horse riding, walking etc.
The region is varied with picturesque, historic towns such as Arta and Capdepera, which are good for shopping, sight seeing and eating out. There is also a mix of popular holiday resorts such as Cala Ratjada, Cala Bona and Cala Millor along with market, traditionally Spanish, developments of Costa de los Pinos and Port Verd or small fishing ports such as Colonia San Pere, which has great views across the Bay of Alcudia.
The new, fast highway from Manacor has reduced driving time to this area by approximately 20 minutes.
Since the area is just starting to be discovered, property is still well priced here. You can still find property from around 180 000 Euro for an apartment and from 1.3 million Euro for a luxury villa.
Arta
The ancient hill town of Arta sits against the dramatic backdrop of the rolling Llevant mountain range. The town is a maze of steep alleys and streets that lead up to the hill top chapel of Santuari de Sant Salvador. It’s worth the climb up for the panoramic views of the east and its gentle mountain range.
Colonia de Sant Pere
Colonia de Sant Pere is a low key, laid back resort on the south side of the Alcudia Bay. The resort is sandwiched between the sea and the Llevant mountain range and offers a sandy beach, a harbor and a few eateries on the waterfront.
Capdepera
Capdepera is a pretty ancient town dominated by a medieval fortress. A walk along its walls is a popular past time with amazing views over the east coast.
Manacor
Manacor is the second largest town on the island (after Palma). It’s an industrial town so doesn’t have the charm of other places, but if you’re looking for furniture or pearls this is the place to visit.
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