Location
Spain
Status
Informal / Traditional
Suitable for
Adults only
Terrain
Pebble
Best season
May to October
About Caló d'en Monjo
Caló d'en Monjo (also Cala Monjo) is a tiny pebble cove on Mallorca's south-west coast, about 3 km west of Peguera, beyond the small bay of Cala Fornells. It sits right on the boundary between Calvià and Andratx, and the Balearic beach catalogue files it under Es Camp de Mar. The cove is only about 15 m long and 4 m deep, a wedge of pebbles and gravel with no sand, shut in by medium-height cliffs topped with pines. Rocky ledges on either side serve as extra sunbathing space. The water is very clear and good for snorkelling, but it gets deep quickly and the stones are slippery underfoot, so water shoes help. Because it can only be reached on foot, it stays far quieter than the developed beaches of Peguera, and it has a long-standing reputation as a naturist spot: nudity is normal across the whole cove, though clothed walkers also stop here. With room for only a few groups, it can feel full by late morning in summer. There is no shade apart from what the cliffs give at certain hours, and no services of any kind.
Getting there
Drive to Peguera and follow signs to Cala Fornells, where free street parking is available but limited in summer; park only in permitted spots. From there walk about 1.5-2 km (15-25 minutes) west on an uneven, rocky, dusty woodland path with some ups and downs and little shade. Sturdy sandals or hiking shoes are advised. The nearest bus stops are around 1.3-1.4 km from the cove in the Cala Fornells/Peguera area. The path and pebble beach are unsuitable for pushchairs or people with limited mobility.
What visitors say
Visitors describe a small, very beautiful cove with exceptionally clear water, worth the walk for snorkelling and peace. Most note it is used nude and that the atmosphere is relaxed. The common caveats are its tiny size (it fills with a handful of groups), the hot, shadeless walk, slippery pebbles and the lack of any facilities. Parking at Cala Fornells is a recurring frustration in high season, so arriving early is the standard advice.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Legal context
Public nudity is legal in Spain and nude bathing is long established at this cove; a commercial island guide states Calvià treats it as a naturist beach, but no municipal document confirming this was seen. A fatal car accident on the slope above the cove was reported in March 2025, unrelated to beach use.
Naturism at Caló d'en Monjo sits under Spain's rules for traditional tolerance — custom more than statute.
Full country law: Spain public nudity guide.
Researched 24 October 2026. No official source confirms naturist status, so treat it as unverified.
Location
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Approx. 39.5292, 2.4308
Visitor tips
- 1 Informal / tolerated site — be discreet and leave no drama.
- 2 Towel, water, sunscreen. Sit on your own towel.
- 3 No photos without clear consent.
- 4 Check access, tides, and parking before you go.
- 5 House rules and local custom can be stricter than the law.
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Frequently asked questions
Is nudity allowed at Caló d'en Monjo?
Yes, nudity is customary across the cove and legal in Spain. Clothed visitors also come.
How do I get there?
Park at Cala Fornells near Peguera and walk about 1.5-2 km on a rocky woodland path.
Are there facilities?
None: no toilets, showers, sunbeds or lifeguards. Restaurants are at Cala Fornells.
Is it suitable for children?
Only partly: the path is uneven, the water deepens quickly and there is no lifeguard.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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