Mirador des Balconet (Pujador des Frares)
Mirador des Balconet (Pujador des Frares) is a viewpoint in Llucmajor, Mallorca, overlooking a rocky cove and the sea. Access is via a very steep, winding road and wooden steps down to the water; parking is available nearby, with one car park about 150 metres away, and the coordinates are 39°26'06.0"N 2°44'49.1"E. It is known for sunset views, clear water, snorkelling and calm-day swimming. High season is crowded, while winter and other off-season months are quieter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mirador des Balconet (Pujador des Frares) is in Llucmajor, around 20 minutes from Palma. Several reviews state that access is by car or other vehicle only; no public transport is mentioned. The approach road is steep and winding, so careful driving is advisable.
Mirador des Balconet (Pujador des Frares) is in Llucmajor, about 20 minutes from Palma. According to several reviews, it can only be reached by car or another vehicle; public transport is not mentioned. The access road is steep and winding, so careful driving is advisable.
Several reviews mention parking at or near Mirador des Balconet, including a large car park in some cases. One reviewer says the parking area is about 150 metres from the viewpoint. No verified information about parking fees appears in the reviews, so it is best to check the on-site signs.
Several reviews mention parking directly at or near Mirador des Balconet, in some cases with a large car park. One review states that the car park is about 150 metres from the viewpoint. No reliable information on fees was given in the reviews; it is advisable to check the signs on site.
According to one review, the parking area is about 150 metres from the viewpoint. Access to the sea is via stairs or wooden walkways, and one reviewer says the walk from the sea back to the parking area takes around 10 minutes. The descent is steep, so sturdy footwear is useful.
According to one review, the car park is about 150 metres from the viewpoint. The descent to the sea is said to be via stairs or wooden walkways, and one reviewer describes the walk back from the sea to the car park as taking around 10 minutes. The access is steep, so sturdy footwear is advisable.
Yes, several reviews confirm access to the sea via stairs or wooden steps. The area is rocky and more of a small cove than a sandy beach. Wooden steps and walkways are mentioned for the descent, so it is better suited to a short coastal visit than a classic beach day.
Yes, several reviews confirm access to the sea via stairs or wooden walkways. The surroundings are rocky and more of a small cove than a sandy beach. Wooden steps and paths are mentioned for the descent, so the access is more suited to a short coastal walk than to a beach day.
Several reviews mention sunset as a particularly suitable time to visit. The site is also described as quieter in winter, in February and March, and during Advent, spring and autumn. In summer it is reported to be much busier, so an early visit or late afternoon arrival can be practical.
Several reviews mention sunset as the most suitable time of day. The place is also described as quieter in winter, in February and March, and during Advent, spring and autumn. In summer, reviews say it is much busier, so an early visit in the day or later in the afternoon is worthwhile.
Several reviews mention clear, clean water and good swimming conditions on calm days. Snorkelling and fish are also specifically praised. In windy or rough conditions, entry over the rocks can be more difficult, so checking the sea state on arrival is sensible.
Several reviews mention clear, clean water and good conditions for swimming on calm days. Snorkelling and fish are also explicitly mentioned. In windy conditions or with waves, entering via the rocks can be more difficult, so the conditions on site are important.
According to reviews, access to Mirador des Balconet is steep and includes stairs or wooden steps down to the sea. That makes it less suitable for people with limited mobility. Families can visit, but sturdy footwear and care on the steps are advisable.
According to reviews, access to Mirador des Balconet is steep and goes down to the sea via stairs or wooden steps. This makes the place less suitable for people with limited mobility. It is generally possible for families, but sturdy footwear and care on the steps are advisable.
Reviews describe the site as much busier in summer, while winter, February, March, spring and autumn are mentioned as quieter. One reviewer says the walk from the sea to the parking area takes about 10 minutes, and the car park is around 150 metres from the viewpoint. For a short visit with the view and descent, around 30 to 60 minutes is a practical estimate.
The reviews describe the place as much busier in summer, while winter, February, March, spring and autumn are said to be quieter. The walk from the sea to the car park is given as about 10 minutes, and the car park is around 150 metres from the viewpoint. For a short visit with the view and the descent, around 30 to 60 minutes is realistic.
Reviews
Google…
Location
Llucmajor
Open in Google MapsMore Excursions & Activities providers
SI Mallorca • Solidaridad Internacional • Asociación solidaria de ayuda social5.0(2)
Llucmajor+34 971 66 44 45