Where do Germans go in Majorca?

Deia is located on the northwest coast of Mallorca, on the foot of the Teix mountain. Deia comes in very first place in the list of popular places among Germans. It is also famous for being a second home to many famous writers, artists, and other famous people.



In Majorca (Mallorca), German tourists and residents have established several distinct strongholds, most famously Playa de Palma (specifically the "Ballermann" area of S'Arenal). This zone is the epicenter of German "party" tourism, filled with German-style beer halls, bratwurst stands, and nightclubs where German pop music is the standard. However, affluent Germans often seek quieter, more exclusive enclaves in the southwest and north of the island. The town of Port d'Andratx is a premier choice for German property owners, known for its luxury villas and high-end marina. In the northeast, Artà and Cala Ratjada are also very popular, offering a more traditional and scenic Mediterranean atmosphere. Many Germans also frequent the village of Santanyí for its local markets and the historic "Old Town" of Palma. With over 3.4 million German visitors annually, you will find German-speaking doctors, bakeries, and newspapers throughout these regions, reflecting their deep-rooted community on the island.

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In fact, after the Nazi party took the power, thousands of Germans emigrated to Majorca, as they felt safe in the democratic Spain of the second Republic. The area of Cala Ratjada gave refuge to many German families.

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For long decades, Mallorca is so popular among Germans and Brits because of its long and sandy beaches, awesome Mediterranean climate, and ideal costs for both living and holiday. There are many more numerous reasons for this choice of Brits and Germans.

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Mallorca is a very popular travel destination among Germans: on top of the approximately 1.8 million tourist arrivals from other Spanish regions, approximately four million visits from the central European country were registered by the island in 2022.

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In Germany Mallorca has the nice nickname 'Putzfraueninsel' “Cleaning Lady Island”. The reason was that Mallorca started as an affordable destination for less affluent Germans. So cheap in fact that even a cleaning lady could fly there during her vacation.

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Mallorca: Rising Star of Balearic Islands. More than 3.4 million German tourists and 2.3 million British tourists visit Mallorca every year.

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The German Magaluf. - Playa de Palma, El Arenal, Palma de Mallorca Traveller Reviews - Tripadvisor.

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Language is a part of majorcan culture. The island has two official languages, Castilian (Spanish) and Catalan, while locals prefer to speak their Mallorquin dialect. However, the island's staff, including maids, speak several foreign languages. English, German and French are particularly common.

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The Balearic Islands are one of the autonomous communities in Spain which welcomes the most foreigners, either to spend a few days vacation, or to settle permanently. On the island of Mallorca, if there is one group that has always led the foreign communities with regards to ex-pat living, it is the British community.

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As a percentage of the foreign population, the British were fourth in Alcudia, says Foro Ciudad/INE - 5.7%, behind Colombians 16.1%, Argentines 11.2% and Moroccans 9.7%. For Pollensa, the British percentage (the highest) was 16.5%, with Argentines second on 11.4% and Romanians on 9.4%.

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Why are prices rising in Mallorca? A year on from Russia's invasion of Ukraine, energy and food prices - which surged at the onset of the war - remain high. In Majorca, inflation is currently at 5.8 per cent. The increase in tourism prices can be partly attributed to this global price surge.

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Depending on your objectives, you will find it more interesting visiting Mallorca or Ibiza. Therefore, if you want to party, listen to live music and clubbing, Ibiza is the best place to visit. However, if you want to enjoy Catalan and Mediterranean culture along with cultural sightseeing, visit Mallorca.

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