# Cala en Basset, Andratx

> Plan Cala en Basset near Sant Elm: a rocky cove, a two-kilometre walking approach and council warnings about access and absent facilities.

Guide reviewed on 2026-11-12

## At a glance

- Rocky cove northwest of Sant Elm
- Council describes a 2 km walking approach
- No toilets or showers on the council listing
- Walking difficulty warning from the council

## What is Cala en Basset like?

Cala en Basset is a rocky cove northwest of Sant Elm, in Andratx. It offers a different visit from Sant Elm’s sandy town beaches. The municipal tourism page describes a natural setting reached by a walking path, rather than a beach with a road and facilities at the shore.

## How do I get to Cala en Basset, and where do I park?

Andratx tourism describes a two-kilometre path of moderate difficulty. It does not give a verified parking entrance for the cove. Check your actual starting point and the signs before setting out; do not turn that distance into a promised walking time or permission to drive closer.

## What are the sand and water like at Cala en Basset?

The council calls this a rock beach, while the national tourism page lists gravel and dimensions of about 40 by 25 metres. Those small-beach dimensions should not be read as the size of the whole bay. Inspect the uneven shore and your entry before entering the water.

## What facilities does Cala en Basset have?

The municipal page lists no showers, toilets, parking, restaurant, lifeguard, accessible approach or rentals. The national page lists bins and cleaning; current service times are unconfirmed. These are undated descriptions, not a fresh inspection. Bring what you need for the walk and visit rather than depending on a facility being available at the shore.

## When is Cala en Basset busiest?

The national page describes an isolated beach with generally low occupancy. That category is not a live visitor count or a promise of solitude. Compare the Sant Elm guide if you prefer a town beach, and choose according to the actual conditions and your walking limits.

## Which winds affect Cala en Basset?

Check the actual wind and marine forecast for the visit. The national page’s general calm-water category is not a current observation.

## What should I watch out for at Cala en Basset?

The council advises against this approach with small children or people with walking difficulties. Take that warning into account when choosing the destination. Keep enough time and energy for the return, follow local signs and check official warnings before using the rocky shore.

## Sources

- https://visit-andratx.com/en/cala-en-basset/
- https://www.spain.info/en/beach/cala-basset/

Page: https://beachesofmallorca.com/beach/cala-en-basset
Live conditions: https://beachesofmallorca.com/conditions#cala-en-basset