# Es Grau

Es Grau is in Maó on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists golden sand, an approximate length of 300 metres and a walk of about 1 minute from the nearest parking area or bus stop.

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

A shallow, sheltered bay in front of the fishing village of Es Grau, at the edge of S’Albufera des Grau natural park. Very calm water makes it ideal for children and paddling.

## Getting there

Free car park at the entrance to the village, about 5 minutes from the beach; summer bus from Maó.

## Where to eat nearby

- Bar Es Moll: Quayside tapas bar with a terrace over the bay and Illa d’en Colom: sardines, clams, mussels and squid. Fills up; may close in winter
- Tamarindos: More formal restaurant at the water’s edge, known for paella, fideuà and fresh fish. Book ahead
- Can Bernat des Grau: Known for fish dishes and caldereta de llagosta (Menorcan lobster stew)

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

## Good to know

- Kayaks and boats go out to Illa d’en Colom, an island just offshore.
- Because the bay is shallow and closed, the water can feel warm but less clear than on open beaches.

## Worth combining

- S’Albufera des Grau natural park: walking trails around the lagoon start from the village.
- Sa Mesquida to the south.

## Access and facilities

- Municipality: Maó
- Coast: North coast
- Setting: Small settlement
- Sand: Golden sand
- Length (approx.): 300 m
- Parking: Free car park
- Walk from parking or bus: ~1 min
- Food: Plenty of restaurants
- Bus: Seasonal bus line 23
- Camí de Cavalls: Stage 1
- Coordinates: 39.9521, 4.2643
- Listed features: Toilets, Lifeguard, Family-friendly, Sheltered cove

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:

- [Cala Menorca: Es Grau guide](https://www.calamenorca.com/?p=2372)
- [Wanderlog: Restaurant Tamarindos](https://wanderlog.com/place/details/3463476/restaurant-tamarindos)

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: Alejandro Muñoz Cabrisas; CC BY-SA 4.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sa_Platja_des_Grau.jpg