Repic

Repic, usually called Platja d’en Repic, lies where Mallorca brings together two very different sides: the sheltered harbour bay of Port de Sóller and the mountains of the Serra de Tramuntana. Rather than a secluded cove, you will find an established town beach with a promenade, restaurants and views of boats and harbour facilities. The Balearic Islands beach catalogue lists it as around 250 metres long and 20 metres wide. The shore consists not only of sand but also of gravel and small stones.

Repic gets its distinctive character from its location on the southern edge of the Badia de Sóller. The water is normally calm, the entry is shallow, and Sóller’s historic tram stops near the eastern end of the beach. At the same time, this remains a lively beach in town: occupancy is high during the season, boats travel across the water, and the Passeig de sa Platja begins immediately behind the beach towels. Repic is therefore particularly suitable if you want to combine swimming with a meal on the promenade, a walk through the harbour or a trip to Sóller.

Where is Repic beach, Mallorca, and what is it like?

Repic lies on the southern side of the Badia de Sóller within the harbour town of Port de Sóller. The bay is on Mallorca’s northwest coast in the municipality of Sóller and is enclosed on the seaward side by Cap Gros and the Racó de Santa Caterina area.

At the eastern end of Repic, the Torrent Major flows into the bay. Beyond this river mouth begins Platja des Través, the second larger section of beach in Port de Sóller. Although both beaches belong to the same harbour bay, Repic is farther from the central harbour area and extends along the Passeig de sa Platja.

The Balearic Islands beach catalogue describes Repic as a natural beach and lists the area as a protected natural area. You should not confuse this with a secluded natural cove: the buildings of Port de Sóller stand behind the beach, with restaurants, bars, cafés and shops on their ground floors. Repic therefore combines a natural sand and gravel shoreline with the infrastructure of a town beach.

You may occasionally find different figures for the length: some beach descriptions give higher values. For finding your way around the beach, the Balearic Islands beach catalogue’s figure of approximately 250 by 20 metres is the more reliable guide.

What are the sand, water and entry like?

Repic consists of a mixture of sand, fine gravel and small stones and slopes gently into the water. The sand is sometimes described as relatively coarse; the northwestern section of the beach becomes stonier.

Because it lies deep inside the natural harbour bay, the water normally remains calm. The Balearic Islands beach catalogue rates the swimming risk as low but notes that a Mediterranean breeze can occasionally blow moderately. Rough seas are less typical in this sheltered location than on exposed stretches of coastline.

The shallow entry makes Repic pleasant for children and for anyone who does not want to step straight into deep water. Because of the gravel, water shoes can be useful for sensitive feet, although they are not essential on every section of the beach.

The proximity to the harbour is part of the swimming experience. The bay contains breakwaters and jetties, and boats travel between the harbour and the open sea. Shipping channels and areas used by boats are marked.

Warning: When swimming, remain within the designated bathing zones and keep away from breakwaters, jetties and marked shipping channels.

Is Repic suitable for families and people with limited mobility?

Repic is particularly suitable for families because of its shallow entry, generally calm water and short walking distances. The promenade and places to eat and drink are directly behind the beach, so you do not need to plan long walks for food, drinks or a break.

The Balearic Islands beach catalogue expressly highlights the accessible entrances. It mentions ramps that allow people with limited mobility to reach the beach. Several entrances from the town also make it easier to move between the promenade and the beach. Signs and the beach patrol will indicate whether seasonal assistance is available on the day of your visit.

Supervision remains important for children despite the sheltered bay. Repic is not an enclosed paddling pool but part of an active harbour bay with boat traffic. The flag system and lifeguards’ instructions indicate whether and where it is safe to swim.

Natural shade is mainly available in a few places along the promenade. On the sandy area, you will mostly need a parasol or your own sun protection. During the summer season, parasols and sun loungers are rented out in some areas, while space remains available for your own towels.

How do you get to Repic?

By car, you can reach Repic from Sóller via the Ma-11 towards Port de Sóller and then take the Ma-1134 to the southern side of the bay. West of the beach, the Ma-1134 continues through the sa Muleta area towards Cap Gros.

An appealing alternative is the historic Tramvia de Sóller between Sóller and Port de Sóller. Its stop at Plaça de sa Torre is near the Torrent Major and approximately 100 metres from the eastern end of Platja d’en Repic. From there, it is only a short walk to the beach.

Buses also serve Port de Sóller, with stops within walking distance of the beach and harbour areas. As specific routes and timetables can change, you should check the connection for the day of your visit.

For hikers, a branch of the GR 221 long-distance hiking trail, the Ruta de Pedra en Sec, also leads down to the Badia de Sóller and Platja d’en Repic. This allows you to use the beach as the final stop or a break during a hike.

Note: If you do not need to travel by car, taking the tram or bus saves you the trouble of looking for parking in Port de Sóller.

Where can you park at Repic?

There is a paid car park directly by Repic at Ctra. PMV113-4, 13, only a few steps from the beach. The site is unpaved, so the individual parking spaces are not consistently marked. Several trees shade parts of the grounds.

On 30 July 2026, the car park was listed as open around the clock and subject to charges throughout the year. Payment is made at the machine or through the EasyPark app; cash payment is also listed as available at the machine. A ticket for 24 hours costs 7.50 euros, and the maximum parking time is 48 hours. Prices and conditions may change, so if in doubt, follow the information displayed on the machine.

You can reach the beach from the car park in a very short time. The more central harbour area is approximately ten to fifteen minutes away on foot along the waterfront promenade.

Additional parking spaces are also listed within Port de Sóller, including limited on-street parking and other paid parking areas. Finding a space can nevertheless be difficult, especially during the season, because Repic receives many visitors.

Note: Press a button if the parking machine appears to be switched off. The device may simply be in sleep mode.

What facilities are available at the beach?

For a beach of this size, Repic has an extensive range of services. The Balearic Islands beach catalogue lists showers directly on the beach, ramps, boat hire, sports and water sports areas, and ramps for launching or taking boats out of the water.

Sun loungers and parasols are rented out during the season. Pedal boats are also available; other beach descriptions additionally mention kayaks and, at certain times, stand-up paddleboards. Which rental services are actually open depends on the season and their operating schedules.

Safety facilities include a flag system and beach patrol towers. Lifeguards are on duty during the season, although their specific working hours may change. According to the Balearic Islands beach catalogue, the municipality also organises daily beach cleaning.

The Passeig de sa Platja runs behind the beach. There you will find restaurants, bars, cafés and shops. Toilets are also included in beach facility descriptions. As individual facilities and rental services may operate seasonally, you should not assume that every service will be open outside the main season.

Repic is not a naturist beach. Anyone looking for a clothing-optional place to swim should choose a beach designated for that purpose.

When is Repic most pleasant, and how crowded does it get?

The morning is generally best for avoiding crowds, while Repic can become considerably livelier from late morning during the season. The Balearic Islands beach catalogue rates seasonal occupancy as high; both local residents and holidaymakers use the beach.

It is often easier to find a place on the relatively narrow beach in the morning. The central area by the entrances, restaurants and facilities attracts particularly large numbers of visitors. If you want some distance from the busiest part of the promenade, you can head towards the western end of the beach, although you should expect more stones there.

Late afternoon can also be pleasant once some day visitors have left the beach. Because of the mountains behind Port de Sóller, the sun disappears behind the ridges earlier than on flat stretches of coast that openly face west.

Sun lounger and parasol hire is listed for the months from June to September. Lifeguard services, boat hire and other facilities are also particularly tied to the swimming season. The beach remains accessible outside this period, but fewer services may be available.

What can you do around Repic?

Around Repic, you can combine the beach, harbour, tram journey and walks. The promenade follows the waterfront towards Platja des Través and continues to the harbour facilities of Port de Sóller.

The historic tram takes you from nearby Plaça de sa Torre to Sóller. This allows you to combine a visit to the town with your day at the beach. Along part of the route, the tram runs close to the waterfront beside the neighbouring beach.

On foot, you can explore the bay or head towards sa Muleta and Cap Gros. The Ma-1134 follows the western side of the Badia de Sóller as far as Cap Gros. For longer trips, the GR 221 is an option, with a branch leading to the beach.

Depending on the season, boat trips depart from the harbour along the northwest coast, including towards Sa Calobra or Cala Tuent. As departures can depend on the weather and season, you should check them directly at the harbour.

If Repic is too crowded for you, Platja des Través is a nearby alternative on the other side of the Torrent Major. It is closer to the tram tracks and the central harbour area, although it is also a popular town beach.

What should you consider for your beach day?

For Repic, you should plan for sun protection, take care around boat traffic and allow some flexibility when looking for parking and a place on the beach. The beach is narrow, heavily used during the season and part of an active harbour bay.

Check the bathing flag first. Although the water is normally calm and the general risk is considered low, wind, boat movements or local instructions may change the conditions. The marked routes used by boats are not swimming areas.

Because of the mixture of sand and gravel, a sturdy beach mat may be more comfortable than a thin towel. Water shoes are worth considering, especially on the stonier northwestern section. Shade on the sand is limited; seasonally rented or personal parasols provide protection.

You barely need to bring any provisions for a short swim because restaurants and shops are directly behind the beach. If you want to use a specific rental service, accessible assistance or lifeguard supervision, check availability on site. These services may be limited outside the swimming season.

Whether dogs are permitted on the day of your visit is not regulated uniformly. Follow the current signs at the beach and local municipal rules.