Torre de Cala Figuera

The Torre de Cala Figuera is a historic defensive tower in the municipality of Calvià on Mallorca, Spain. It was built between 1579 and 1582 to keep watch over the coastline between El Toro, Santa Ponsa, Magalluf, and Palmanova. From its position about 20 meters above sea level, the watchtower controlled access to the bay and maintained visual contact with neighboring towers such as the one at Portals Vells. The structure consists of two parts: a trapezoidal base and a cylindrical upper section, separated by a cornice ring. The building is roughly 8 meters tall and made of sandstone blocks set in mortar. Originally, a wooden exterior staircase led to a stone doorway, which opened into a narrow passage and a circular chamber with a hemispherical ceiling. From there, an opening led up to the surrounding platform, which was equipped with an arrow slit facing the road.

Over the centuries, the tower required repeated repairs, as it suffered from moisture and structural cracks. Despite some repairs in the 18th century, its condition steadily deteriorated until the towers were sold at auction in 1876. Today the ruin is in critical condition. Heavy erosion and water infiltration have caused considerable damage to the walls, and parts of the south and west exterior walls have already collapsed. The east façade has also lost large stones, which threatens its stability. Although the historic appearance has been largely preserved, the structure is at risk of complete collapse. The surroundings remain natural and undeveloped, with only a few buildings, such as the nearby military base and the lighthouse, which do not obstruct the original line of sight to other coastal outposts.