Can Picafort is located in the North-east area of Mallorca, near the well known Bay of Alcudia. A former fishing village, Can Picafort is a small, lower key resort with glorious Blue Flag white sandy beaches, calm crystal clear waters and a spectacular mountainous coastline. Like many towns in this part of Mallorca, Can Picafort is close to many early Bronze Age settlements and has a very ancient history. With picture postcard scenery Can Picafort makes for a delightful villa holiday destination. Try out some traditional Mallorcan cuisine, wander around the village or just simply relax in the sun and watch the world go by.
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Get away from the hustle and bustle and relax on a couples villa holiday in Can Picafort. With the Tramuntana Mountains in the distance, the waves lapping gently on the fine white sandy shoreline you are sure to feel the romance in the air. From here, you can also take a boat trip around the island from the marina or head to the Natural Park of Albufera for a romantic day out in the countryside. Can Picafort holiday villas can be the perfect place to reconnect with your loved one.
Whilst the atmosphere of this wonderful area is quiet and relaxing, it still offers fun and adventure for everyone. Along the 3km white sandy beach, there is a vast choice of cocktail bars, shops and restaurants with a choice of Spanish and international cuisine. The inviting gentle, blue waters are popular with pedalo boats and snorkeling, along with various other water sports. Can Picafort is also ideally located for visits to the nearby towns of Alcudia and Pollensa so you can easily sample all the neighbouring facilities and lifestyle as well. If you love shopping for holiday souvenirs and gifts, Can Picafort's weekly market is ideal, if you are looking for clothes and jewellery shopping, perhaps try the little shops along the palm-lined waterfront. If you prefer to relax and enjoy a few drinks and a bite to eat in the sun, Can Picafort also offers a mix of bars and restaurants, which can easily be reached from your villa with a private pool. Villa holidays in Can Picafort provide a great base to explore the local surroundings
Discover the fascinating history of Can Picafort with a trip to the Necropolis de Son Real, a prehistoric burial ground that was used from the Iron Age until Roman times. There are around 110 underground tombs excavated into the rock making the Necropolis de Son Real one of the most important funeral sites in Mallorca. With graves dating back to the 7th Century, it is a fascinating sight. If you are feeling really energetic, you can swim out to S'illot Des Porros which also has its own ancient cemetery. There are other fine examples of the island's medieval heritage to be found at the farmsteads of Son Real and la Alquiería, and the Rectory and Parish Church in Santa Margalida which was built during the 16th Century on the site of the original 13th Century Church. Our holiday villas in Can Picafort are ideally placed to explore the local culture.
For families that want a safe and peaceful villa holiday Can Picafort is a great choice. With plenty to keep the family entertained from gorgeous beaches to jeep safari tours, and horse riding excursions to an array of boat trips, you can do as much or as little as you like. The wide, traffic free promenade, which runs between the marina and the working fishing harbour, is ideal for a family wander with a selection of laid-back restaurants to explore. And of course a day out at the nearby Alcudia Waterpark is a favourite with the kids and the adults.
Our family villas are well positioned to explore the surrounding areas of Can Picafort.
There are many organised sports in this area such as sailing, scuba diving and windsurfing. Or maybe head out to the east coast, where you will find the Caves of Drach, one of Mallorca's most fascinating natural spectacles. Stunningly beautiful, the caves are filled with stalagmites and stalactites. Tours take you through a maze of smaller chambers and amazing caverns which eventually leads to the crystal-clear water of the Lago de Martel, one of the largest underground lakes in the world. Come the evening there are several late-night bars in the Can Picafort area but for a livelier night out you can always head to the neighbouring towns of Playa de Muro or Alcudia.
With villas close to Can Picafort beach you will be able to enjoy a short stroll to all local amenities and facilities.