Cala Gamba
Palma de Mallorca, Illes Balears · Illes Balears
Description
An urban cove with limited appeal due to its proximity to the airport and heavy marine traffic.
Cala Gamba is an urban beach of rock in Palma de Mallorca (Illes Balears). The sand is white.
It measures 100 metres long and 25 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is low.
Sea conditions per the registry: calm water. It is reached easily on foot, by car and by boat. There is parking.
The MITECO registry records no lifeguard service here. That does not rule out seasonal cover by the local council — check the signage when you arrive. No hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants, Nudism.
No data
Facilities per the MITECO beach registry. “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty. Always check local signage before swimming.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lifeguard at Cala Gamba?
Not recorded. The MITECO registry lists no lifeguard here, which in practice means swimming unsupervised. Some councils add cover in July and August without it reaching the registry — the signage at the beach is what counts.
How do you get to Cala Gamba?
According to the MITECO registry, Cala Gamba is reached easily on foot, by car and by boat. There is parking.
Is Cala Gamba a good beach for children?
Cala Gamba has no children's area on record. The registry describes calm water. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Cala Gamba have a Blue Flag?
No. Cala Gamba is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The Blue Flag certifies services and water quality, not how attractive a beach is — plenty of unflagged coves are excellent.
Nearby beaches
| Beach | Municipality | Water temperature | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ciudad Jardín | Palma de Mallorca | 26.5°C | — |
| Caló de son Caios | Palma de Mallorca | 26.5°C | — |
| Cala Estancia | Palma de Mallorca | 26.4°C | Yes |
| C'an Pere Antoni | Palma de Mallorca | 26.4°C | — |
| Playa de Palma | Palma de Mallorca | 26.5°C | Yes |
| El Arenal | Llucmajor | 26.4°C | — |
| Cala Major | Palma de Mallorca | 26.3°C | Yes |
| Cala Blava | Llucmajor | 26.3°C | — |
| Ses Illetes | Calvià | 26.3°C | — |
| Cala Comtessa | Calvià | 26.3°C | — |
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