Es Mercadal · North coast
Binimel·là
A natural north-coast beach of golden-reddish sand, the starting point for the walk to Cala Pregonda.
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Getting there
Signposted gravel road from Es Mercadal to a large car park that still fills in summer: arrive early or mid-afternoon. The restaurant has its own car park, reserved for diners.
Where to eat nearby
- Restaurant at the Binimel·là car park — The only place to eat on this stretch of coast, five minutes from the beach
Restaurants, menus and opening hours change from season to season; many close in winter. Check before you go and book in summer.
Good to know
- Shade is scarce: bring an umbrella.
Worth combining
- Cala Pregonda, 25–30 minutes west on foot.
- Cala Pilar further west on Camí de Cavalls stage 6.
At a glance
- Municipality
- Es Mercadal
- Coast
- North coast
- Setting
- Unspoilt cove
- Sand
- Reddish sand
- Length (approx.)
- 200 m
- Parking
- Free car park
- Walk from parking or bus
- ~7 min
- Food
- Beach bar or kiosk
- Bus
- No direct bus
- Camí de Cavalls
- Stage 5
- Coordinates
- 40.0518, 4.0538
Snorkelling
Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling.
Weather & swimming conditions
Forecast fetched: · Menorca time
- Air
- 19.9 °C
- Sea temperature
- 22.6 °C
- Wind
- 10 km/h
- Gusts
- 17 km/h
- Wind from
- N
- Waves offshore
- 1.06 m
| Menorca time | Air | Wind | Gusts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19.8 °C | 10.1 km/h | 16.6 km/h | |
| 19.6 °C | 10.1 km/h | 16.2 km/h | |
| 19.3 °C | 8 km/h | 15.8 km/h | |
| 19.1 °C | 5 km/h | 12.6 km/h |
Open-Meteo model forecasts, not on-site observations. Offshore wave data may differ from conditions inside the cove. Wind from land can push swimmers and inflatables offshore. Follow local flags and lifeguard advice.
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Wind & shelter
The catalogue records this beach as opening towards N. Wind coming from that direction can drive waves towards the shore; wind from the opposite direction may give more shelter near the sand. Headlands, terrain and offshore swell can change the result.
North-facing beaches such as Cavalleria can be exposed during Tramuntana. Compare south-coast alternatives and the actual wind and waves before travelling.
Plan your beach day
Guide sources
Practical notes compiled in October 2026. Check seasonal information before travelling.
Nearest beaches
Cala Pregonda1.3 km in a straight line · ~30 min walk from parking
Cavalleria2.1 km in a straight line · ~7 min walk from parking
Cala Tirant4.3 km in a straight line · ~6 min walk from parking
Cala Pilar6.5 km in a straight line · ~40 min walk from parking
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