At a Glance — Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain
| Is Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain Blue Flag certified? | Blue Flag Certified — FEE-accredited, audited annually for water quality, facilities, safety, and environmental education. |
| What does it cost to enter Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain? | Free No entry fee. |
| When is Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain open? | Beach season runs 1 May to 31 Oct. Best months: April, May, June. |
| Is Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain safe for swimming? | Lifeguards On Duty Lifeguards are stationed during beach hours. Always check safety flags before entering the water. |
| Does Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain have facilities for disabled visitors? | Accessible Accessible facilities are available for visitors with disabilities. |
| What facilities are at Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain? | Toilets Showers Parking Lifeguards Accessible Sandy Beach |
| What is the best time to visit Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain? | April, May April, May, June offer the best conditions. Avoid visiting in July, August when conditions are typically less favourable. |
| How far is Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain from Andratx? | Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain is approximately 5.78 km from Andratx. |
About Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain
"This sandy area is the biggest in Andratx and one of the most important touristic areas which are not massive."
The Blue Flag programme is run by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) and is one of the world's most recognised voluntary eco-labels. Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain holds current Blue Flag certification, meeting the programme's 33 annual criteria for water quality, safety, and environmental management. The beach is managed by Andratx.
On-site facilities include public toilets, freshwater showers, nearby parking, a beach kiosk, trained lifeguard supervision during the season, and accessible facilities for visitors with disabilities. Entry to Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain is free of charge.
In front of its coast you can see the small island of es Pantaleu, where the conquist of Majorca by Catalonia and Aragon began with king Jaume I in 1229, and Illa de sa Dragonera. This bay is the last safe anchorage between Andratx and Sóller. It is open to the winds from the southwest-west-northwest, although it is protected by es Pantaleu, with a calm water, except when the wind is blowing from the west-southwest. There are two areas for anchoring: between the small island and the coast, on the northwest of the wharf, with a depth of two metres, lots of small boats tied to the buoys and the access area for passenger launches, as well as between es Pantaleu and the beach, toward southeast, on a sandy ground, with a depth between four and seven metres. The nearest port facilities are located at Port d?Andratx, at 3,6 nautical miles. · How to get to the beach: The accessibility by car is easy following the signs. You can park your car in the surroundings of this beach on a pay-parking area. You can also reach this beach with the public transport. The nearest bus stop is located at ten metres from the beach.· Environmental education and other facilities: Tourism Office.
Accessible Beach — Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain
Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain offers accessible facilities for visitors with disabilities, meeting the Blue Flag programme's accessibility criteria. Contact beach management for details on available equipment and assistance.
Verify Blue Flag certificate for Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain → · Official beach website →
What Visitors Say About Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain
Note: The visitor experiences below are drawn from publicly available travel community discussions and visitor feedback. Beach conditions, facilities, and experiences can change over time. Always verify current conditions directly with local beach management before visiting.
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Best Time to Visit Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain
Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain sees its best conditions in April, May, June. The beach season officially runs from 1 May to 31 Oct.
| Month | Crowds | Rating | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| February | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| March | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| April | Medium | Medium | |
| May | Medium | Medium | |
| June | Medium | Medium | |
| July | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| August | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| September | Medium | Medium | |
| October | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| November | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| December | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit |
How to Get to Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain
Nearest Airport
Portocristo — 82.94 km away.
From Andratx
Approximately 5.78 km from Andratx.
Parking
Parking is available near Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain. Check current availability on arrival.
On Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain
There are two areas for anchoring: between the small island and the coast, on the northwest of the wharf, with a depth of two metres, lots of small boats tied to the buoys and the access area for passenger launches, as well as between es Pantaleu and the beach, toward southeast, on a sandy ground, with a depth between four and seven metres. The nearest port facilities are located at Port d?Andratx, at 3,6 nautical miles. · How to get to the beach: The accessibility by car is easy following the signs. You can park your car in the surroundings of this beach on a pay-parking area. You can also reach this beach with the public transport. The nearest bus stop is located at ten metres from the beach.· Environmental education and other facilities: Tourism Office.
As a Blue Flag certified beach, Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain undergoes regular bathing water quality testing throughout the season. The FEE Blue Flag programme requires that test results are displayed at the beach and that all certified beaches meet the EU Bathing Water Directive (or equivalent national standard).
Practical Information — Sant Elm, Balearic Islands, Spain
| Entry Fee | Free — no entry charge. |
| Season | 1 May to 31 Oct |
| Lifeguards | Yes — on duty during beach hours. |
| Toilets | Public toilets available. |
| Showers | Shower facilities available. |
| Parking | Parking available nearby. |
| Accessibility | Accessible facilities available. Contact beach management for details. |
| Beach Type | Sandy beach. |
| Facing | W-facing — W. |
| Coordinates | 39.578637° N, 2.352968° E |
| Managed by | Andratx |
| Certification | Blue Flag (FEE) |