# Binimel·là

Binimel·là is in Es Mercadal on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists reddish sand, an approximate length of 200 metres and a walk of about 7 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop.

Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/binimella/
Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-binimella

A natural north-coast beach of golden-reddish sand, the starting point for the walk to Cala Pregonda.

## 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 and opening hours change by season; check before you go.

## 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.

## Access and facilities

- 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
- Listed features: Snorkelling

Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling.

## Sources and limitations

Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026:

- [Menorca Diferente: Binimel·là](https://www.menorcadiferente.com/en/binimel%C2%B7la/)
- [Le Long Weekend: Cala Pregonda](https://www.lelongweekend.com/cala-pregonda-menorca/)

Compiled planning catalogue, not a current on-site inspection. No live weather is included in this document. Beach score and jellyfish risk are estimates, not official warnings.

[Sources and methodology](https://www.menorca.cc/about/)

Photo: carlos venegas gavilán; CC BY-SA 4.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Playa_de_Binimel-l%C3%A0_Es_Mercadal_Menorca.jpg