# Platges de Menorca For beach access and parking, use /access/ and /api/parkings. Parking fetchedAt is source retrieval time, not an observation timestamp. From 1 June through 30 September, missing parking reports or reports older than five minutes are unconfirmed. Outside that season, access defaults to open even without Mou-T information; a fresh explicit closure overrides the default. Off-season reports expire after eighteen minutes. The seasonal open default does not report available parking spaces. Static catalogue facts are approximate and services are seasonal. Do not present them as live observations. Weather comes from Open-Meteo models; scores and jellyfish risk are estimates, not official warnings. For current values, fetch /api/conditions and check generatedAt, stale, error and null fields. Official GOIB reports are at /api/beach-reports, with detailed fields at /api/beach-reports?beach=. They are cached ten minutes. Check reportedAt (source observation time), date, monitored, stale and error; generatedAt is fetch time. Observations are only current for monitored beaches on the current Europe/Madrid date and at most four hours old. Crowd levels are ordinal 1–5, not percentages; origin is observed, model or unknown, separately for morning/midday/afternoon. Missing values are unknown, not zero. The weather API is cached for 20 minutes and can serve older data during upstream failures. Times in numeric hourly arrays are Unix seconds; calendar dates use Europe/Madrid. Units: air and sea temperature °C, wind/gust/current km/h, wave height m, precipitation mm, cloud/precipitation probability %. The static catalogue is regenerated on deployment and does not verify seasonal services. Sources and methodology: https://www.menorca.cc/about/ # Alcaufar Alcaufar is in Sant Lluís on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 40 metres and a walk of about 1 minute from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/alcalfar/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-alcalfar A narrow inlet with a small sandy beach, fishing huts and boat ramps, one of the most picturesque spots on the east coast. ## Getting there Limited street parking in the small village; a short walk to the sand. ## Where to eat nearby - Hotel Xuroy restaurant: Beachfront terrace with local fish, seafood, tapas and meat. No reservations: arrive before about 14:15, when it fills up Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Calm in most conditions thanks to the narrow entrance. ## Worth combining - The old coastal watchtower on the headland. - Punta Prima to the south. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Sant Lluís - Coast: South coast - Setting: Small settlement - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 40 m - Parking: Few spaces - Walk from parking or bus: ~1 min - Food: A few restaurants - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 19 - Coordinates: 39.8290, 4.2925 - Listed features: Sheltered cove, 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: Cala Alcaufar](https://www.menorcadiferente.com/en/cala-alcaufar-beach-2/) 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: Genopascual; CC BY-SA 4.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Torre_d%27Alcalfar,_Sant_llu%C3%ADs,_Menorca.jpg --- # Algaiarens (La Vall) Algaiarens (La Vall) is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists golden sand, an approximate length of 250 metres and a walk of about 5 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/algaiarens/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-algaiarens Two natural beaches set in pine forest on the north-west coast: Es Tancats, the larger, divided by low rocky reefs, and the smaller, quieter Es Bot to the east. ## Getting there From Ciutadella follow signs to Cala Morell, then La Vall / Algaiarens; drive slowly on the narrow road through the pines. The car park is 5–10 minutes from the sand; check the sign at the entrance showing whether it is full. Guides disagree on whether it is currently paid. ## Where to eat nearby Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade. Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - No food or drink on the beach: bring water, shade and a bag for rubbish. - Shallow, calm water when there is no north wind. ## Worth combining - Cala Morell and its necropolis, a short drive west. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ciutadella - Coast: North coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: Golden sand - Length (approx.): 250 m - Parking: Paid car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~5 min - Food: Beach bar or kiosk - Bus: Seasonal bus line 62 - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 8 - Coordinates: 40.0461, 3.9226 - Listed features: Lifeguard, Pine shade, Family-friendly, Dunes, 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: - [Menorca Diferente: Algaiarens (La Vall)](https://www.menorcadiferente.com/en/playas-de-algaiarens-la-vall/) - [Menorca Blue: Algaiarens](https://menorcablue.com/explore-the-island/beaches/cala-algaiarens-la-vall/) 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: Marcelsala007; CC BY-SA 3.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Platja_Algaraiens_-_3.jpg --- # Arenal d'en Castell Arenal d'en Castell is in Es Mercadal on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists golden sand, an approximate length of 600 metres and a walk of about 3 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/arenal-den-castell/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-arenal-den-castell An almost circular bay of fine sand more than 600 m long on the north coast, with shallow water that suits children and a large resort behind it. ## Getting there Parking in the resort and regular buses. Blue Flag beach with full services in season. ## Where to eat nearby - La Paella and El Copas: The two longest-established beach restaurants - Blue Arenal: Raised terrace with views over the bay; reviewers praise the calamari, mixed paella and seafood Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Its enclosed shape gives calm water most days, even when the north coast is choppy. ## Worth combining - Son Parc to the west. - Fornells and its lobster restaurants, a short drive. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Es Mercadal - Coast: North coast - Setting: Resort beach - Sand: Golden sand - Length (approx.): 600 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~3 min - Food: Plenty of restaurants - Bus: Seasonal bus line 41 - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 3 - Coordinates: 40.0227, 4.1832 - Listed features: Toilets, Showers, Lifeguard, Sunbeds, Step-free access, 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: - [Wikipedia: Arenal d’en Castell](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arenal_d%27en_Castell) - [Wanderlog: Blue Arenal](https://wanderlog.com/place/details/1372118/blue-arenal) 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:Arenal_den_Castell_01.jpg --- # Binibèquer Binibèquer is in Sant Lluís on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 150 metres and a walk of about 2 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/binibequer/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-binibequer A pine-backed sandy beach in Binibèquer Nou with very clear, shallow water, one of the most popular beaches near Maó and Sant Lluís. ## Getting there Parking nearby; sunbed and umbrella hire in season. The beach and bar have wheelchair and pushchair access. ## Where to eat nearby - Los Bucaneros: A fishermen’s-hut beach bar with a bright red door and seating across the rocks, open since the early 1970s: Mediterranean tapas (mussels, fish), ice cream and pomada (gin with lemonade) Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Arrive early in summer; the beach is small for its popularity. ## Worth combining - Binibèquer Vell, about a kilometre away: a whitewashed holiday village built in the 1970s in the style of a fishing port, with most of the area’s restaurants and shops. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Sant Lluís - Coast: South coast - Setting: Small settlement - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 150 m - Parking: Few spaces - Walk from parking or bus: ~2 min - Food: Beach bar or kiosk - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 18 - Coordinates: 39.8164, 4.2399 - Listed features: Lifeguard, Sunbeds, Family-friendly Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling. ## Webcams - [Cala Torret · Nearby webcam](https://www.webcamgalore.com/webcam/Spain/Binibequer-Menorca/38047.html) — Avista Baleares · IB-RED Nearby cameras may not show the beach itself. Check the capture time on still images. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Cala Menorca: Binibeca](https://www.calamenorca.com/?p=2318) - [Culture Trip: Menorca beach bars](https://theculturetrip.com/articles/the-best-beach-bars-in-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: Steve.; CC BY-SA 2.0; https://www.flickr.com/photos/24767349@N02/7614646618/ --- # Binigaus Binigaus is in Es Migjorn Gran on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists golden sand, an approximate length of 450 metres and a walk of about 10 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/binigaus/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-binigaus A long, natural beach west of Sant Tomàs, backed by dunes and the mouth of the Binigaus ravine. The far end is popular with naturists. ## Getting there About 10 minutes on foot from the western end of Sant Tomàs, starting by Es Bruc. ## Where to eat nearby - Es Bruc (Sant Tomàs): The nearest bar-restaurant, at the start of the path; buy food and drink there before walking over Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - No services on the beach itself. ## Worth combining - Cova des Coloms, a huge cave known as “the Cathedral”, about 30 minutes inland through the Binigaus ravine. - Cala Escorxada further west on the Camí de Cavalls. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Es Migjorn Gran - Coast: South coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: Golden sand - Length (approx.): 450 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~10 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: No direct bus - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 14 - Coordinates: 39.9193, 4.0280 - Listed features: Nudist area, Dunes 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: - [Descobreix Menorca: Binigaus](https://www.descobreixmenorca.com/en/beaches-of-menorca/binigaus-beach/) - [Wikipedia: Cova des Coloms](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cova_des_Coloms) 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: Markus Trienke; CC BY-SA 2.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Platges_de_Binigaus_(18048020216).jpg --- # 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 --- # Binissafúller Binissafúller is in Sant Lluís on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 60 metres and a walk of about 2 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/binissafuller/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-binissafuller A small sandy cove with traditional fishing huts and boat slipways, between Binibèquer and Biniancolla on the south-east coast. ## Getting there A small free car park for about 20 cars; if it is full, the beach usually is too. ## Where to eat nearby - Club Nàutic Binisafua: Small seafront bar-restaurant close to the beach, serving paella and Mediterranean dishes. Often full: book ahead Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - No facilities on the beach itself. ## Worth combining - Binibèquer Vell fishing village, a short drive west. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Sant Lluís - Coast: South coast - Setting: Small settlement - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 60 m - Parking: Few spaces - Walk from parking or bus: ~2 min - Food: Beach bar or kiosk - Bus: Seasonal bus line 94 - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 17 - Coordinates: 39.8291, 4.2185 - Listed features: 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: - [Menorca Diferente: Cala Binisafúller](https://www.menorcadiferente.com/en/cala-binisafuller/) - [Cala Menorca: Binisafuller](https://www.calamenorca.com/binisafuller-beach/) 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: Franco Vannini; CC BY 2.0; https://www.flickr.com/photos/25168691@N06/21263289011/ --- # Cala Blanca Cala Blanca is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 40 metres and a walk of about 4 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-blanca/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-blanca A small white-sand bay in a residential area just south of Ciutadella, with lifeguards, sunbed rental and pedal boats in season. ## Getting there Street parking is limited. Buses from Ciutadella take about 25 minutes. Santandria is roughly 15–20 minutes’ walk north along the coast. ## Where to eat nearby - Beachfront restaurants: Guides mention suckling pig, paella, fresh fish and lobster stew on terraces facing the sunset Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Faces west, so late afternoon and sunset are the nicest times. - Small beach: expect it to be full on summer weekends. ## Worth combining - Santandria cove to the north. - Ciutadella old town and harbour, a few kilometres away. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ciutadella - Coast: South coast - Setting: Resort beach - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 40 m - Parking: Few spaces - Walk from parking or bus: ~4 min - Food: A few restaurants - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 11 - Coordinates: 39.9677, 3.8359 - Listed features: Lifeguard, Sunbeds, 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: - [Spanish Express: Santandria and Cala Blanca](https://www.spanishexpress.co.uk/?p=10546) - [Menorca Blue: Cala Blanca](https://menorcablue.com/?p=1925) 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: Herodotptlomeu; CC BY-SA 4.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Menorca_-_Cala_2.jpg --- # Cala en Blanes Cala en Blanes is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s west coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 40 metres and a walk of about 6 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-en-blanes/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-en-blanes A narrow, fjord-like inlet ending in a small sandy beach, in the resort area just west of Ciutadella. ## Getting there Parking in the resort; bus 61 links Cala en Blanes, Cala’n Forcat and Los Delfines with Ciutadella, about 10 minutes away by car. ## Where to eat nearby - Avinguda Los Delfines: The resort’s main strip of international restaurants, from steaks and paella to tacos Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Sunbeds cover part of the small beach in summer. - Neighbouring Cala’n Forcat, 15–20 minutes on foot, is calm and shallow for children. ## Worth combining - Cala’n Forcat. - Ciutadella old town and harbour. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ciutadella - Coast: West coast - Setting: Resort beach - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 40 m - Parking: Few spaces - Walk from parking or bus: ~6 min - Food: Plenty of restaurants - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 10 - Coordinates: 40.0007, 3.8134 - Listed features: Lifeguard, Sunbeds, 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: - [First Choice: Cala’n Forcat](https://firstchoice.co.uk/holiday/location/things-to-do/Calan-Forcat-000302) - [Holiday Hypermarket: Cala’n Blanes](https://www.holidayhypermarket.co.uk/?p=140204) 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: Quico Iglesias; CC BY-SA 4.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cala_en_Blanes_(1).jpg --- # Cala en Bosc Cala en Bosc is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 70 metres and a walk of about 3 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-en-bosc/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-en-bosc A small sandy beach at the mouth of the Cala en Bosc marina, the social hub of the south-west resorts. Calm and shallow, with every service close by. ## Getting there Free parking around the resort; regular resort buses from Ciutadella. The beach is small and fills quickly in July and August. ## Where to eat nearby - La Marina: Waterside restaurant at the marina, praised by guides for its seafood and service - Marina restaurants: Paella, arroz caldoso (soupy fish rice) and peppers stuffed with cod are common orders around the harbour Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Evenings at the marina bring live music and open-air bars. - Boat trips along the south coast coves leave from the harbour. ## Worth combining - Son Xoriguer beach is next door. - Cap d’Artrutx lighthouse for sunset, about 20 minutes on foot. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ciutadella - Coast: South coast - Setting: Resort beach - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 70 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~3 min - Food: Plenty of restaurants - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 11 - Coordinates: 39.9266, 3.8374 - Listed features: Toilets, Showers, Lifeguard, Sunbeds, Family-friendly Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling. ## Webcams - [Cap d’Artrutx · Nearby webcam](https://webcamsspain.com/ciutadella/?cam=ciutadella-cala-en-bosch) — Avista Baleares · IB-RED Nearby cameras may not show the beach itself. Check the capture time on still images. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Cala Menorca: Cala’n Bosch guide](https://www.calamenorca.com/?p=2498) 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: Steve.; CC BY-SA 2.0; https://www.flickr.com/photos/24767349@N02/7642900594/ --- # Cala en Porter Cala en Porter is in Alaior on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 150 metres and a walk of about 1 minute from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-en-porter/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-en-porter A deep inlet between high cliffs, with a broad sandy beach at the bottom and the resort on top. Calm water and shallow sand suit families. ## Getting there Parking in the resort, then steps or the road down to the sand. Regular buses from Maó. ## Where to eat nearby - Cova d’en Xoroi: Bar and club in a cliff-face cave with terraces over the sea, famous for sunset drinks. There is an entry fee that has included a first drink; check current opening before going Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Several restaurants and bars line the clifftop above the beach. ## Worth combining - Cales Coves and its prehistoric burial caves, reachable on foot via the coast (a loop with Es Canutells is about 11 km). ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Alaior - Coast: South coast - Setting: Resort beach - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 150 m - Parking: Few spaces - Walk from parking or bus: ~1 min - Food: Plenty of restaurants - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 16 - Coordinates: 39.8722, 4.1331 - Listed features: Toilets, Lifeguard, Sunbeds, 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: - [Barceló guide: Menorca caves](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/en/spain/menorca/things-to-do/minorca-caves/) - [Komoot: Cala en Porter to Cales Coves](https://www.komoot.com/highlight/230706) 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: Paul Stephenson from London; CC BY 2.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cala%27n_Porter,_Menorca_(14214162173).jpg --- # Cala en Turqueta Cala en Turqueta is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 110 metres and a walk of about 10 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-en-turqueta/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-en-turqueta A classic south-coast cove: white sand, pine woods and clear water between limestone cliffs. It is one of the most photographed beaches on the island. ## Getting there Signposted from Ciutadella via Sant Joan de Missa. The car park, about 850 m from the sand (around 15 minutes on foot), holds a limited number of cars and closes when full, often early in the morning. Bus 68 runs from Ciutadella in summer. ## Where to eat nearby Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade. Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Arrive before about 10:00 in summer, or visit mid-week. - Toilets and a lifeguard in season, but no bar: bring food and water. - Boats must anchor outside the buoyed swimming area. ## Worth combining - Es Talaier and Son Saura to the west; Macarella to the east via the Camí de Cavalls. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ciutadella - Coast: South coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 110 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~10 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: Seasonal bus line 68 - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 13 - Coordinates: 39.9325, 3.9150 - Listed features: 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. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Annua Hotels: Cala Turqueta](https://annuahotels.com/en/blog/cala-turqueta-menorca) - [Hotels Viva: Cala en Turqueta](https://www.hotelsviva.com/en/w/cala-en-turqueta-remanso-de-paz) 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: Enfo; CC BY-SA 3.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:G01_Cala_d%27en_Turqueta.JPG --- # Cala Escorxada Cala Escorxada is in Es Migjorn Gran on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 70 metres and a walk of about 50 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-escorxada/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-escorxada A remote, pine-backed beach on the Camí de Cavalls between Sant Tomàs and Cala Fustam, rewarded with relative quiet even in summer. ## Getting there About 4.5 km (an hour) each way from Sant Tomàs, with around 120 m of climbing on rocky cliff sections. Park at the first car park in Sant Tomàs, walk towards Binigaus and follow the signs. ## Where to eat nearby Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade. Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Wear proper footwear and bring water. - The beach is quite exposed to the south; it is calmest when the wind is from the north. ## Worth combining - Cala Fustam, 10 minutes further west. - Binigaus on the way back. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Es Migjorn Gran - Coast: South coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 70 m - Parking: No car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~50 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: No direct bus - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 14 - Coordinates: 39.9253, 4.0053 - Listed features: Pine shade, 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: - [Discovery Menorca: Sant Tomàs to Escorxada](https://www.bonninsanso.com/discoverymenorca/excursion-proposal-the-track-from-santo-tomas-to-cala-escorxada-in-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: RD_Elsie from Sansepolcro (AR), Italy; CC BY 2.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Menorca,_Cala_Escorxada_(21109592490).jpg --- # Cala Fustam Cala Fustam is in Es Migjorn Gran on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 40 metres and a walk of about 60 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-fustam/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-fustam A small, sheltered cove of sand and rock between Trebalúger and Escorxada, one of the most remote beaches on the south coast. ## Getting there Roughly an hour each way on foot: from Sant Tomàs via Binigaus and Escorxada, or from Cala Mitjana via Trebalúger (about 1½ hours). Boats can reach it but there are no buoys. ## Where to eat nearby Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade. Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - No services at all: carry water, especially on hot days. - Good snorkelling along the rocks. ## Worth combining - Cala Escorxada, about 10 minutes east. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Es Migjorn Gran - Coast: South coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 40 m - Parking: No car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~60 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: No direct bus - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 14 - Coordinates: 39.9262, 4.0009 - Listed features: 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. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Menorca Diferente: Cala Fustam](https://www.menorcadiferente.com/en/cala-fustam/) - [Menorca Blue: Cala Fustam](https://menorcablue.com/explore-the-island/beaches/cala-fustam/) 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: Boladevidre; CC BY-SA 2.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:2007_06_30_-_Fustam_00_(7381604504).jpg --- # Cala Galdana Cala Galdana is in Ferreries on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 450 metres and a walk of about 6 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-galdana/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-galdana A horseshoe bay at the mouth of the Algendar gorge, ringed by hotels but still striking. Calm, shallow and fully serviced, it is a good base for walks to the wilder coves either side. ## Getting there Paid parking in the resort fills from early morning and turns over slowly; finding a space at midday is hard. Regular buses run from Ferreries and Ciutadella. ## Where to eat nearby - El Mirador: On a rocky outcrop over the bay: paella, rice dishes, seafood and Menorcan pork. Book ahead; reviews mention high prices and occasionally slow service Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Good for families: sheltered water and every service. - Use it as a starting point: Cala Mitjana is about 20 minutes on foot, Macarella about an hour. ## Worth combining - Cala Mitjana and Cala Macarella on the Camí de Cavalls. - The Algendar gorge (Barranc d’Algendar) inland. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ferreries - Coast: South coast - Setting: Resort beach - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 450 m - Parking: Paid car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~6 min - Food: Plenty of restaurants - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 14 - Coordinates: 39.9371, 3.9610 - Listed features: Toilets, Showers, Lifeguard, Sunbeds, Step-free access, 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: - [Gastroranking: El Mirador](https://gastroranking.es/r/restaurante-el-mirador-cala-galdana-menorca_88700/) - [Holiday Hypermarket: Cala Galdana restaurants](https://www.holidayhypermarket.co.uk/destinations/balearic-islands/menorca/cala-galdana/best-restaurants) 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: Paul Stephenson; CC BY 2.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cala_Santa_Galdana.jpg --- # Cala Macarella Cala Macarella is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 120 metres and a walk of about 15 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/macarella/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-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. ## 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. ## 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 and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## 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. ## Access and facilities - 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 - Listed features: 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. 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. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Descobreix Menorca: Macarella and Macarelleta](https://www.descobreixmenorca.com/en/beaches-of-menorca/cala-macarella/) - [Menorca.info: Macarella bus parking](https://www.menorca.info/menorca/local/2018/05/28/1569590/consell-abrira-junio-parking-para-usuarios-del-bus-macarella.html) 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: Paul Stephenson; CC BY 2.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cala_Macarella.jpg --- # Cala Macarelleta Cala Macarelleta is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 40 metres and a walk of about 25 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/macarelleta/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-macarelleta Macarella’s small sister cove: white sand, turquoise water and high cliffs. Popular with naturists, and without any facilities. ## Getting there In summer private cars cannot reach the area: take the L69 bus from Ciutadella to Macarella, then walk 10–20 minutes on the cliff path or the Camí de Cavalls. You can also walk in from Cala Galdana (about 4 km, steep and rocky in places). ## Where to eat nearby - Susy’s bar at Macarella: The only service nearby, in the pine woods behind Macarella: grilled meat and fish, salad and chips Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Bring everything you need. - Some sections of the cliff path need care with young children. - Keep off the dunes so they can regenerate. ## Worth combining - Cala Macarella next door. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ciutadella - Coast: South coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 40 m - Parking: Closed to cars in summer - Walk from parking or bus: ~25 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: Seasonal bus line 69 - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 13 - Coordinates: 39.9362, 3.9348 - Listed features: Snorkelling, Nudist area, Sheltered cove Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling. 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. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Descobreix Menorca: Macarella and Macarelleta](https://www.descobreixmenorca.com/en/beaches-of-menorca/cala-macarella/) - [Menorca Blue: Macarella & Macarelleta](https://menorcablue.com/explore-the-island/beaches/cala-macarella-macarelleta) 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: Paul Stephenson from London; CC BY 2.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Macarelleta_Beach,_Menorca_(7235920294).jpg --- # Cala Mitjana Cala Mitjana is in Ferreries on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 70 metres and a walk of about 15 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-mitjana/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-mitjana A pine-framed cove with white sand and turquoise water, plus the tiny Mitjaneta just to the west. Known for its cliff jump. ## Getting there Car park off the Cala Galdana road, roughly 10 minutes’ walk in and a little more back uphill (guides give 10–30 minutes). You can also walk from Cala Galdana, about 1 km on the Camí de Cavalls. ## Where to eat nearby Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade. Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - A ledge on the eastern side, roughly 6–7 m high, is a popular jumping spot. Check the depth and conditions first. - No bar: bring water and food. - The car park has had access disputes in the past; check it is open before relying on it. ## Worth combining - Cala Mitjaneta next door. - Trebalúger, about 40 minutes east on the coast path. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ferreries - Coast: South coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 70 m - Parking: Paid car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~15 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: No direct bus - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 14 - Coordinates: 39.9345, 3.9727 - Listed features: 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. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Menorca Diferente: Cala Mitjana](https://www.menorcadiferente.com/en/?p=4298) - [Barceló guide: Cala Mitjana](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/en/spain/menorca/things-to-do/cala-mitjana/) 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: Ben Salter from Wales; CC BY 2.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cala_Mitjana_(36737973793).jpg --- # Cala Morell Cala Morell is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists pebbles and sand, an approximate length of 50 metres and a walk of about 9 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-morell/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-morell A small, mostly rocky cove below a white villa estate north of Ciutadella, with concrete bathing platforms and steps into very clear water. A favourite for snorkelling. ## Getting there About 10 km (15 minutes) from Ciutadella via the Ronda Nord. Street parking is limited and fills in summer. Steep stairs without handrails make it unsuitable for wheelchairs. ## Where to eat nearby - Chiringuito Baristiu: Beach bar near the bathing platforms - Enricana: Terrace restaurant at the entrance to the cove, serving Japanese–Mediterranean fusion Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - No public toilets on the beach. - Bring snorkelling gear. ## Worth combining - The Cala Morell necropolis: around 14 prehistoric burial caves cut into the cliff, free to explore. Wear good shoes. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ciutadella - Coast: North coast - Setting: Resort beach - Sand: Pebbles and sand - Length (approx.): 50 m - Parking: Few spaces - Walk from parking or bus: ~9 min - Food: A few restaurants - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 9 - Coordinates: 40.0531, 3.8824 - Listed features: Snorkelling, Sheltered cove Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling. ## Webcams - [Cala Morell · Watch webcam](https://webcamsspain.com/ciutadella/?cam=ciutadella-cala-morell) — Avista Baleares · IB-RED Nearby cameras may not show the beach itself. Check the capture time on still images. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Along Dusty Roads: Cala Morell](https://www.alongdustyroads.com/posts/cala-morell-menorca) - [Spanish Express: Enricana](https://www.spanishexpress.co.uk/enricana-cala-morell/) 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: Nicolas Vigier; CC0 1.0; https://www.flickr.com/photos/85825630@N00/55502413240/ --- # Cala Pilar Cala Pilar is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists reddish sand, an approximate length of 300 metres and a walk of about 40 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-pilar/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-pilar A remote cove of golden-red sand beneath red hills on the north coast, with the boulder beach of Macar d’Alfurinet to the west. ## Getting there Turn off the main road at km 34 towards Cala Pilar and leave the car at the signposted free car park. The walk is about 2 km through woods and dunes, 40 minutes to an hour each way, with a steep sandy finish. ## Where to eat nearby Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade. Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - No bars or restaurants nearby: bring water and food. - The return climb is hard in the midday heat. ## Worth combining - Macar d’Alfurinet, a geologically interesting shingle beach. - Camí de Cavalls stage 7 west to Algaiarens (about 8 km). ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ciutadella - Coast: North coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: Reddish sand - Length (approx.): 300 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~40 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: No direct bus - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 7 - Coordinates: 40.0511, 3.9775 - 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: - [Visit Menorca: Cala el Pilar](https://visitmenorca.com/menorca/cala-el-pilar/) - [Govern Balear geotourism: Pilar cove](https://intranet.caib.es/geoturfront/en/puntos_interes/45/general.html) 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: isol; CC BY-SA 3.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cala_del_Pilar_-_Menorca_-_panoramio.jpg --- # Cala Pregonda Cala Pregonda is in Es Mercadal on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists reddish sand, an approximate length of 150 metres and a walk of about 30 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-pregonda/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-pregonda A striking north-coast cove of reddish sand with rocky islets just offshore, often compared to a Martian landscape. One of the most beautiful beaches on the island. ## Getting there On foot only: park at Binimel·là and walk 25–30 minutes on a natural path with no shade. Start on the path to the left of the restaurant, through the gap in the fence, then follow the beach and the Camí de Cavalls. ## Where to eat nearby - Restaurant at the Binimel·là car park: The nearest food, back at the start of the walk Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - No bars or shops: bring water and food. - Wear proper shoes; the path is stony. - Calm on days without north wind. ## Worth combining - Binimel·là beach. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Es Mercadal - Coast: North coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: Reddish sand - Length (approx.): 150 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~30 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: No direct bus - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 6 - Coordinates: 40.0569, 4.0405 - Listed features: Snorkelling, 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: - [Le Long Weekend: Cala Pregonda](https://www.lelongweekend.com/cala-pregonda-menorca/) - [Annua Hotels: Cala Pregonda](https://annuahotels.com/en/blog/cala-pregonda-how-to-get-there-and-tips-for-visiting) 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: Jle1bat; CC BY-SA 3.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cala_Pregonda_1.jpg --- # Cala Presili Cala Presili is in Maó on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 160 metres and a walk of about 30 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-presili/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-presili A quiet sandy cove of clear water in S’Albufera des Grau natural park, a short walk from the Favàritx lighthouse. ## Getting there In summer (recently 1 June–30 September) the Favàritx road is closed to private cars: take bus L43 from Maó, cycle or walk. Otherwise, park near the lighthouse and walk about 15–20 minutes on a flat track. ## Where to eat nearby Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade. Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - No services at all: bring water and shade. - Good snorkelling on the rocky sides. ## Worth combining - Cala Tortuga, about 1 km further. - Favàritx lighthouse. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Maó - Coast: North coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 160 m - Parking: Closed to cars in summer - Walk from parking or bus: ~30 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: Seasonal bus line 43 - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 2 - Coordinates: 39.9921, 4.2611 - Listed features: Snorkelling Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling. The catalogue lists seasonal private-car restrictions from 06-01 to 09-30 (MM-DD), with bus line 43 from Maó — bus station. These recurring dates are planning guidance, not confirmation of this year's service. Verify dates, timetables, fares and booking with Mou-T Menorca. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Menorca Blue: Cala Presili](https://menorcablue.com/explore-the-island/beaches/cala-presili) - [Menorca Diferente: Presili and Tortuga](https://www.menorcadiferente.com/en/?p=4149) 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: Victor Gabriel; CC BY 3.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cala_Presili_(122327099).jpeg --- # Cala Tirant Cala Tirant is in Es Mercadal on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists golden sand, an approximate length of 300 metres and a walk of about 6 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-tirant/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-tirant A sheltered sandy bay near Fornells, backed by dunes and a wetland that you can explore on a wooden boardwalk. ## Getting there From Es Mercadal follow signs to Fornells and the turn-off for Platges de Fornells. Parking near the beach; the road through the built-up side gets busy, and the other side often has more space. ## Where to eat nearby - Sa Llagosta (Fornells): David Coca’s restaurant, known for lobster dishes including caldereta, for more than 25 years - Es Cranc (Fornells): One of the town’s best-known restaurants for caldereta de llagosta Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - No services on the beach itself: bring snacks and drinks. - Fornells, about 4 km away, is the island’s best-known place for caldereta de llagosta (lobster stew). Book in summer. ## Worth combining - The Tirant wetland and dunes. - Fornells village and bay. - Cavalleria and Cap de Cavalleria to the west. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Es Mercadal - Coast: North coast - Setting: Small settlement - Sand: Golden sand - Length (approx.): 300 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~6 min - Food: Beach bar or kiosk - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 5 - Coordinates: 40.0442, 4.1038 - Listed features: Lifeguard, Family-friendly, Dunes Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling. ## Webcams - [Cala Tirant · Watch webcam](https://www.webcamgalore.com/webcam/Spain/Cala-Tirant-Menorca/38053.html) — Avista Baleares · IB-RED Nearby cameras may not show the beach itself. Check the capture time on still images. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Illes Balears: Cala Tirant](https://illesbalears.travel/en/menorca/beach-cala-tirant) - [Mallorcadiario: Sa Llagosta](https://www.mallorcadiario.com/david-coca-el-hombre-que-susurraba-a-las-langostas) - [Barceló guide: Fornells](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/es/espana/menorca/que-ver/fornells/) 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: Discasto; CC BY-SA 4.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cala_Tirant_(4_de_agosto_de_2015,_es_Mercadal)_02.jpg --- # Cala Tortuga Cala Tortuga is in Maó on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists golden sand, an approximate length of 200 metres and a walk of about 35 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-tortuga/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-tortuga An unspoilt beach of sand and dunes inside S’Albufera des Grau natural park, near the Favàritx lighthouse. ## Getting there In summer (recently 1 June–30 September) private cars cannot drive to Favàritx: take bus L43 from Maó, cycle or walk. Out of season there is limited parking near the lighthouse road. From there it is a flat walk on the Camí de Cavalls, about 1 km beyond Cala Presili. ## Where to eat nearby Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade. Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - No toilets, lifeguard, food or drink. Phone coverage is poor. - Exposed to the north and east; best on calm days. ## Worth combining - Cala Presili. - The Favàritx lighthouse and its dark slate landscape. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Maó - Coast: North coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: Golden sand - Length (approx.): 200 m - Parking: Closed to cars in summer - Walk from parking or bus: ~35 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: Seasonal bus line 43 - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 2 - Coordinates: 39.9888, 4.2550 - Listed features: Dunes, Nudist area Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling. The catalogue lists seasonal private-car restrictions from 06-01 to 09-30 (MM-DD), with bus line 43 from Maó — bus station. These recurring dates are planning guidance, not confirmation of this year's service. Verify dates, timetables, fares and booking with Mou-T Menorca. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Menorca Blue: Cala Tortuga](https://menorcablue.com/explore-the-island/beaches/cala-tortuga) - [Menorca Diferente: Presili and Tortuga](https://www.menorcadiferente.com/en/?p=4149) 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: Nicolas G. Mertens; CC BY-SA 4.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cam%C3%AD_de_Cavalls_2%E2%80%94Platja_d%27en_Tortuga_(Arenal_de_Morella)_1.jpg --- # Cala Trebalúger Cala Trebalúger is in Es Migjorn Gran on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 100 metres and a walk of about 45 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/trebaluger/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-trebaluger An unspoilt cove at the end of a wooded ravine, with a small freshwater stream behind the sand. No road reaches it, which keeps it quieter than its neighbours. ## Getting there On foot only: park at Cala Mitjana and walk about 40 minutes east on the Camí de Cavalls (some guides give longer). Many people arrive by boat or kayak. ## Where to eat nearby Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade. Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - No services: bring plenty of water and take your rubbish home. - Allow time and energy for the return walk; the path is rough. ## Worth combining - Cala Fustam and Cala Escorxada further east. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Es Migjorn Gran - Coast: South coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 100 m - Parking: No car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~45 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: No direct bus - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 14 - Coordinates: 39.9311, 3.9898 - Listed features: Pine shade, 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 Blue: Trebalúger](https://menorcablue.com/?p=1962) 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: Gabriel Vidal Álvarez (Gabriel Vidal); Public domain; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cala_Trebal%C3%BAger.JPG --- # Cales Coves Cales Coves is in Alaior on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists pebbles and sand, an approximate length of 50 metres and a walk of about 10 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cales-coves/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cales-coves Two small coves in a cliff-lined inlet, famous for the prehistoric necropolis carved into the rock: roughly a hundred burial caves used for around a thousand years, from the Bronze Age into Roman times. ## Getting there A forest track leads to a free parking area; from there it is a 15–20 minute walk down to the water. ## Where to eat nearby Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade. Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - The caves are a protected monument and parts have been fenced off after damage; do not enter closed areas. - Yachts often anchor in the inlet in summer. - No services: bring water. ## Worth combining - Cala en Porter and the Cova d’en Xoroi. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Alaior - Coast: South coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: Pebbles and sand - Length (approx.): 50 m - Parking: Few spaces - Walk from parking or bus: ~10 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: No direct bus - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 17 - Coordinates: 39.8651, 4.1431 - Listed features: Snorkelling, 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: - [Barceló guide: Menorca caves](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/en/spain/menorca/things-to-do/minorca-caves/) - [Govern Balear geotourism: Canutells to Cala en Porter](https://intranet.caib.es/geoturfront/en/puntos_interes/63/recomendaciones.html) 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: Gimo61; CC BY 3.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Alaior,_07730,_Balearic_Islands,_Spain_-_panoramio_(21).jpg --- # Cavalleria Cavalleria is in Es Mercadal on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists reddish sand, an approximate length of 450 metres and a walk of about 7 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cavalleria/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cavalleria A large natural beach of coarse golden sand on the north coast, almost 500 m long and split in two by the Ferragut reef. The eastern half is sandier; the western half is rockier and better for snorkelling. ## Getting there Free signposted car park, then about 400 m on foot. Roughly 10 km from Es Mercadal. ## Where to eat nearby - Cap de Cavalleria lighthouse bar: Drinks with a view at the lighthouse, a short drive north Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Very exposed to the Tramuntana north wind and can be dangerous then: check the forecast. - People like to coat themselves in the clay from the cliffs, but this erodes them and makes them unstable. ## Worth combining - Cap de Cavalleria lighthouse (1857) on Menorca’s highest cliffs, with an interpretation centre in season. - Ecomuseu de Cap de Cavalleria and the Roman port of Sanitja, with excavations of Sanisera and a British-era defence tower. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Es Mercadal - Coast: North coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: Reddish sand - Length (approx.): 450 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~7 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: No direct bus - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 5 - Coordinates: 40.0597, 4.0768 - Listed features: Dunes, Nudist area 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: - [Descobreix Menorca: Cavalleria](https://www.descobreixmenorca.com/en/beaches-of-menorca/cavalleria-beach/) - [Discovery Menorca: Cavalleria](https://bonninsanso.com/discoverymenorca/?p=10417) 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: Josefito123; CC BY-SA 4.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Playa_de_Ferragut_y_Playa_de_Cavaller%C3%ADa_20180630_132040_Richtone(HDR).jpg --- # 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 --- # Es Talaier Es Talaier is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 40 metres and a walk of about 20 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/es-talaier/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-es-talaier A tiny cove of fine white sand and very shallow turquoise water between Son Saura and Cala en Turqueta. Small rocky inlets on each side are good for photos and snorkelling. ## Getting there No road access. Park at Son Saura (free) and walk about 15–20 minutes along the Camí de Cavalls; you can also walk in from Cala en Turqueta. The path is uneven and not suitable for pushchairs. ## Where to eat nearby Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade. Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - There are no services of any kind: bring food, plenty of water and shade. - Summer counts put it at roughly double its comfortable capacity, so go early or out of season. ## Worth combining - Son Saura and Cala en Turqueta along the coast path. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ciutadella - Coast: South coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 40 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~20 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: No direct bus - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 12 - Coordinates: 39.9270, 3.9030 - Listed features: 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. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Menorca Diferente: Es Talaier](https://www.menorcadiferente.com/en/es-talaier-beach/) 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:Es_Talaier_04.jpg --- # Punta Prima Punta Prima is in Sant Lluís on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 200 metres and a walk of about 1 minute from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/punta-prima/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-punta-prima A sandy resort beach at the south-east tip of the island, looking out to the lighthouse on Illa de l’Aire. ## Getting there Parking in the resort and buses from Maó and Sant Lluís. ## Where to eat nearby - Restaurante Aire: Near the beach: lunchtime snacks and, in high season, dinner - Casa Fermin: Menorcan meats with sea views; children’s menu - Ca’n Santi: Local and European dishes in big portions Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Exposed to easterly swell; red flags are common on windy days, so check the flags before swimming. ## Worth combining - Illa de l’Aire and its lighthouse offshore. - Alcaufar fishing cove, a short drive north. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Sant Lluís - Coast: South coast - Setting: Resort beach - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 200 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~1 min - Food: Plenty of restaurants - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 18 - Coordinates: 39.8138, 4.2802 - Listed features: Toilets, Showers, Lifeguard, Sunbeds, Step-free access Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling. ## Webcams - [Punta Prima · Watch webcam](https://www.webcamgalore.com/webcam/Spain/Punta-Prima-Menorca/38057.html) — Avista Baleares · IB-RED Nearby cameras may not show the beach itself. Check the capture time on still images. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Holiday Hypermarket: Punta Prima restaurants](https://www.holidayhypermarket.co.uk/destinations/balearic-islands/menorca/punta-prima/best-restaurants) - [Cala Menorca: Punta Prima guide](https://www.calamenorca.com/?p=2496) 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: Nicolas Vigier; CC0 1.0; https://www.flickr.com/photos/85825630@N00/50131144872/ --- # Sa Mesquida Sa Mesquida is in Maó on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists golden sand, an approximate length of 300 metres and a walk of about 3 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/sa-mesquida/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-sa-mesquida A wild-feeling beach of golden sand on the north-east coast, just north of Maó, with a coastal watchtower on the headland and the small Sa Raconada cove beside it. ## Getting there Free parking near the beach and a short walk; summer bus from Maó. ## Where to eat nearby - Cap Roig: Clifftop seafood restaurant since the 1980s, about five minutes from the beach: fish paella, red prawns, lobster, octopus and grilled calamari. Book in summer; upmarket prices Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Open to the north-east: it can be rough with Tramuntana or easterly winds. ## Worth combining - Es Grau and the S’Albufera des Grau natural park to the north. ## 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: ~3 min - Food: Beach bar or kiosk - Bus: Seasonal bus line 24 - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 1 - Coordinates: 39.9156, 4.2866 - Listed features: Lifeguard, Family-friendly Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling. ## Webcams - [Sa Mesquida · Watch webcam](https://www.webcamgalore.com/webcam/Spain/Sa-Mesquida-Menorca/38054.html) — Avista Baleares · IB-RED Nearby cameras may not show the beach itself. Check the capture time on still images. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [The Infatuation: Cap Roig](https://www.theinfatuation.com/menorca/reviews/cap-roig-restaurant) - [Menorca Diferente: Sa Mesquida](https://www.menorcadiferente.com/en/sa-mesquida-beach/) 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: Esteban Palacios Blanco; CC BY 2.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cala_Mesquida,_Menorca.jpg --- # Sant Tomàs Sant Tomàs is in Es Migjorn Gran on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists golden sand, an approximate length of 700 metres and a walk of about 6 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/sant-tomas/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-sant-tomas A long, open beach of golden sand in a small resort below Es Migjorn Gran, with a promenade and hotels behind it. ## Getting there Parking at the resort and seasonal buses from Es Migjorn Gran and the island’s main towns. ## Where to eat nearby - Es Bruc: Beach bar-restaurant on the sand at the western end: grilled fish, salads, tapas and combined plates with sea views. Reviews mention generous portions; prices have risen Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Open to the south, so waves build quickly with southerly winds. ## Worth combining - Binigaus, 10 minutes west on foot. - Cova des Coloms through the Binigaus ravine. - Cala Escorxada, an hour west on the Camí de Cavalls. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Es Migjorn Gran - Coast: South coast - Setting: Resort beach - Sand: Golden sand - Length (approx.): 700 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~6 min - Food: Plenty of restaurants - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 15 - Coordinates: 39.9135, 4.0419 - Listed features: Toilets, Showers, Lifeguard, Sunbeds, Step-free access, Family-friendly Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling. ## Webcams - [Sant Tomàs · Watch webcam](https://ib3.org/cameres) — Avista Baleares · IB-RED Nearby cameras may not show the beach itself. Check the capture time on still images. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Wanderlog: Es Bruc](https://wanderlog.com/place/details/1211716/chiringuito-es-bruc-sant-toms-menorca) - [Menorca Blue: Sant Tomàs](https://menorcablue.com/explore-the-island/urbanizations-resorts/sant-tomas) 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: Discasto; CC BY-SA 4.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sant_Tom%C3%A0s_(2_de_agosto_de_2015,_es_Migjorn_Gran).jpg --- # Santandria Santandria is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 140 metres and a walk of about 1 minute from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/santandria/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-santandria A narrow, sheltered inlet of white sand a few kilometres south of Ciutadella, between Sa Caleta and Cala Blanca. Locals like it at weekends; it gets crowded in high season. ## Getting there Limited parking in the surrounding streets; resort buses run from Ciutadella. ## Where to eat nearby - Cova Sa Nacra: Restaurant built into the rock with a terrace over the cove, known for paella and Menorcan shrimp; candle-lit after dark - Santandria Beach Club: Cocktails and tapas by the sand Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - The sheltered shape keeps the water calm in most winds except westerlies. ## Worth combining - Cala Blanca, about 15–20 minutes on foot. - Ciutadella old town. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ciutadella - Coast: South coast - Setting: Resort beach - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 140 m - Parking: Few spaces - Walk from parking or bus: ~1 min - Food: A few restaurants - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 11 - Coordinates: 39.9778, 3.8391 - Listed features: Lifeguard, Sunbeds, 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: - [Spanish Express: Santandria and Cala Blanca](https://www.spanishexpress.co.uk/?p=10546) 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: Herodotptlomeu; CC BY-SA 4.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Menorca_-_Cala_Santandria_3.jpg --- # Son Bou Son Bou is in Alaior on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists golden sand, an approximate length of 2600 metres and a walk of about 3 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/son-bou/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-son-bou Menorca’s longest beach, a wide strand of more than two kilometres backed by dunes and the Son Bou wetland, with a resort at its eastern end. ## Getting there Parking at the resort and regular buses. The long beach means you can always find room by walking west, away from the hotels. ## Where to eat nearby - Ses Garces and Es Corb Marí: Restaurants on the beach; Es Corb Marí is recommended for a sunset dinner - Es Forn de Torre Solí Nou: Grilled dishes in a former country house inland Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Open to the south: waves and currents can be strong, so follow the lifeguard flags. - Most resort facilities close in winter. ## Worth combining - The remains of a 5th-century Christian basilica at the eastern end. - The wetland behind the dunes. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Alaior - Coast: South coast - Setting: Resort beach - Sand: Golden sand - Length (approx.): 2600 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~3 min - Food: Plenty of restaurants - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 15 - Coordinates: 39.8992, 4.0729 - Listed features: Toilets, Showers, Lifeguard, Sunbeds, Step-free access, Family-friendly, Dunes, Nudist area Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling. ## Webcams - [Son Bou · Watch webcam](https://www.webcamgalore.com/webcam/Spain/Son-Bou-Minorca/29126.html) — SOCIB · BEAMON ([West 1](https://www.webcamgalore.com/webcam/Spain/Son-Bou-Minorca/29126.html), [West 2](https://www.webcamgalore.com/webcam/Spain/Son-Bou-Minorca/29063.html), [Northwest](https://www.webcamgalore.com/webcam/Spain/Son-Bou-Minorca/29056.html), [Southwest](https://www.webcamgalore.com/webcam/Spain/Son-Bou-Minorca/29462.html), [South](https://www.webcamgalore.com/webcam/Spain/Son-Bou-Minorca/29057.html)) Nearby cameras may not show the beach itself. Check the capture time on still images. ## Sources and limitations Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026: - [Barceló guide: Son Bou](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/en/spain/menorca/things-to-do/what-to-see-in-son-bou/) - [Cala Menorca: Son Bou guide](https://www.calamenorca.com/son-bou-travel-guide/) 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: Wasquewhat; CC BY-SA 4.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:2016-09-Menorca_Son_Bou.jpg --- # Son Parc Son Parc is in Es Mercadal on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists golden sand, an approximate length of 500 metres and a walk of about 1 minute from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/son-parc/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-son-parc A wide, gently sloping sandy beach backed by pines and dunes, below the Son Parc residential area. A family favourite for its calm water. ## Getting there Parking near the beach; seasonal buses to the resort. ## Where to eat nearby - Son Parc village: Restaurants and shops in the resort behind the beach Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Shallow water a long way out. ## Worth combining - Arenal d’en Castell to the east. - Fornells for seafood and caldereta de llagosta. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Es Mercadal - Coast: North coast - Setting: Small settlement - Sand: Golden sand - Length (approx.): 500 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~1 min - Food: Beach bar or kiosk - Bus: Seasonal bus line 41 - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 3 - Coordinates: 40.0332, 4.1617 - Listed features: Lifeguard, Family-friendly, Dunes 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: - [easyJet holidays: Son Parc](https://www.easyjet.com/de/urlaub/spanien/menorca/son-parc/apartamentos-playa-parc) 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: Steve.; CC BY-SA 2.0; https://www.flickr.com/photos/24767349@N02/15304212081/ --- # Son Saura Son Saura is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 250 metres and a walk of about 10 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/son-saura-sud/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-son-saura-sud A long, pine-backed natural beach on the south-west coast, with shallow turquoise water. It is the gateway to Es Talaier and Cala en Turqueta along the Camí de Cavalls. ## Getting there About 12 km from Ciutadella along the Camí de Sant Joan de Missa. The car park is free but fills in summer; signs on the approach road show whether spaces remain. If it says full, pick another beach. ## Where to eat nearby Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade. Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - No bars or kiosks: bring water, food and shade. - Arrive early or late in the day to find parking. ## Worth combining - Es Talaier, about 15–20 minutes east along the coast path. - Cala en Turqueta, around 30 minutes further along the Camí de Cavalls. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ciutadella - Coast: South coast - Setting: Unspoilt cove - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 250 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~10 min - Food: Nothing — bring water - Bus: Seasonal bus line 66 - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 12 - Coordinates: 39.9268, 3.8971 - Listed features: Lifeguard, Pine shade, Snorkelling, Family-friendly 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: Son Saura](https://www.menorcadiferente.com/en/son-saura-beaches/) 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: Daniel Lobo; CC BY 2.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Menorca_-_Arenal_de_Son_Saura.jpg --- # Son Xoriguer Son Xoriguer is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s south coast. The catalogue lists white sand, an approximate length of 150 metres and a walk of about 3 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop. Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/son-xoriguer/ Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-son-xoriguer A gently curved resort bay on the south-west tip of the island, next to Cala en Bosc. Soft sand, shallow water and a promenade with cafés make it one of the busiest family beaches around Ciutadella. ## Getting there Free parking is spread over several areas behind the beach, and resort buses run from Ciutadella. It is usually crowded in high summer, so arrive early for space on the sand. ## Where to eat nearby - Promenade cafés and beach bars: Snacks, ice cream and drinks right behind the sand - Cala en Bosc marina: A few minutes’ walk west: seafood restaurants, paella and casual takeaway around the harbour Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go. ## Good to know - Popular for windsurfing and diving trips from the marina. - For a quieter swim, follow the Camí de Cavalls east towards Cala Parejals and the Cova des Pardals rock pool. ## Worth combining - Cap d’Artrutx lighthouse, about 20 minutes on foot from the marina, has a restaurant beside it that guides recommend for sunset. ## Access and facilities - Municipality: Ciutadella - Coast: South coast - Setting: Resort beach - Sand: White sand - Length (approx.): 150 m - Parking: Free car park - Walk from parking or bus: ~3 min - Food: Plenty of restaurants - Bus: Resort bus routes - Camí de Cavalls: Stage 11 - Coordinates: 39.9257, 3.8443 - Listed features: Toilets, Showers, Lifeguard, Sunbeds, Step-free access, Family-friendly 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: Son Xoriguer](https://www.menorcadiferente.com/en/beach-of-son-xoriguer/) - [Cala Menorca: Cala’n Bosch guide](https://www.calamenorca.com/?p=2498) 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: Steve.; CC BY-SA 2.0; https://www.flickr.com/photos/24767349@N02/7642954500/