Ciutadella · South coast
Cala Macarella
Perhaps Menorca’s most famous cove: a wide arc of white sand under pine-covered cliffs, with very clear water. Busy in summer, magical early in the morning.
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Getting there
Closed to private cars in summer since 2018: take the L69 shuttle from Ciutadella (there is a car park for bus users near the Ciutadella bus station). Out of season the car park is open; from it the walk is about 15 minutes. Walking in from Cala Galdana takes about an hour.
Seasonal car restrictions
The catalogue lists seasonal private-car restrictions from 06-01 to 09-30 (MM-DD), with bus line 69 from Ciutadella — Via Perimetral. These recurring dates are planning guidance, not confirmation of this year's service. Verify dates, timetables, fares and booking with Mou-T Menorca.
Where to eat nearby
- Susy’s bar — Family-run since the 1960s in the shade of the pines: grilled meat and fish, salad and chips. Busy at lunchtime, so go early
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
- Toilets and lifeguard in season.
- Combine it with Macarelleta, 10–20 minutes away on the cliff path.
Worth combining
- Cala Macarelleta.
- Cala en Turqueta to the west and Cala Galdana to the east on the Camí de Cavalls.
At a glance
- Municipality
- Ciutadella
- Coast
- South coast
- Setting
- Unspoilt cove
- Sand
- White sand
- Length (approx.)
- 120 m
- Parking
- Closed to cars in summer
- Walk from parking or bus
- ~15 min
- Food
- Beach bar or kiosk
- Bus
- Seasonal bus line 69
- Camí de Cavalls
- Stage 13
- Coordinates
- 39.9387, 3.9371
Toilets · Lifeguard · Pine shade · Snorkelling · Sheltered cove
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
- 15.1 °C
- Sea temperature
- 23 °C
- Wind
- 5 km/h
- Gusts
- 11 km/h
- Wind from
- N
- Waves offshore
- 0.36 m
| Menorca time | Air | Wind | Gusts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15.3 °C | 5.1 km/h | 10.8 km/h | |
| 15.2 °C | 4.7 km/h | 10.8 km/h | |
| 15.3 °C | 4.7 km/h | 10.1 km/h | |
| 15.3 °C | 4.1 km/h | 10.1 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 S. 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.
During northerly Tramuntana, south-coast coves may offer more shelter. Southerly winds can bring waves into these beaches; compare the forecast rather than relying on the coast alone.
Plan your beach day
Guide sources
Practical notes compiled in October 2026. Check seasonal information before travelling.
Nearest beaches
Cala Macarelleta0.3 km in a straight line · ~25 min walk from parking
Cala en Turqueta2.0 km in a straight line · ~10 min walk from parking
Cala Galdana2.0 km in a straight line · ~6 min walk from parking
Cala Mitjana3.1 km in a straight line · ~15 min walk from parking
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