The park holds the largest concentration of Posidonia oceanica in the Balearic Islands, a plant species vital for oxygen production and coastal erosion prevention.
During the Peninsular War in 1809, nearly 9,000 French prisoners were held on the island; only about 3,600 survived until their repatriation in 1814.
The archipelago is a critical nesting ground for the Audouin’s gull, one of the rarest gull species in the world.
A specialized type of wall lizard, Podarcis lilfordi, exists in several unique subspecies across the different islets of the archipelago.
The seabed features a significant number of underwater caves and tunnels that host rare species of shrimp and crustaceans.
The island of Cabrera was used as a military training ground until its designation as a National Park in 1991, which helped preserve its pristine state.
The 'Cova Blava' (Blue Cave) is famous for its intense azure light reflection caused by the sun entering through the submarine entrance.
The park’s ecosystem includes over 450 species of plants, many of which are exclusive to the Balearic islands.
Archaeologists have discovered remnants of a Roman fish-salting factory on the main island, highlighting the area's ancient economic significance.
The Cabrera Archipelago Maritime-Terrestrial National Park is the largest national park in Spain, encompassing a group of nineteen islands and islets south of Mallorca. It functions as a protected nature reserve featuring a highly diverse marine ecosystem, including seagrass meadows of Posidonia oceanica. The archipelago's history includes usage as a Roman port, a pirate base, and a prison camp for thousands of French soldiers during the Napoleonic Wars. The park's main island, Isla de Cabrera, hosts a 14th-century castle designed to defend the archipelago from pirate raids. Marine life within the park boundaries remains strictly protected, supporting significant populations of groupers and loggerhead sea turtles. Terrestrial landscapes consist primarily of Mediterranean scrub and cliffs that provide habitats for endemic Balearic lizards and rare bird species like the Eleonora's falcon. Access is strictly regulated through maritime permits to minimize environmental impact on the fragile ecosystem. The waters around the island are part of a protected maritime area that limits anchoring and recreational fishing.
The viewpoint from the 14th-century castle offering a panoramic look over the natural harbor and the surrounding Mediterranean sea.
Book your maritime transport and necessary anchoring permits well in advance, especially during the peak summer months.
Bring your own waste disposal bags; the park operates under a strictly carry-in-carry-out policy to maintain environmental purity.
Ensure you carry adequate sun protection and water, as natural shade is scarce across most of the archipelago's terrain.
Attempting to visit without a pre-arranged maritime permit or arriving with pets, which are prohibited in the national park.
Boat services and visitor access are significantly reduced or suspended during the winter months due to sea conditions.
Strict 'leave no trace' policy; no collecting of stones, plants, or sea life; stay on marked paths to protect nesting bird habitats.
