Guide to beaches and coves of Menorca

Characteristics and diversity

Menorca has a wide variety of beaches and coves with very different characteristics, from those in the urbanizations with all kinds of amenities and services, to the beaches and coves virgin coves where you can enjoy the environment that surrounds them, and nature in its purest state.

The coastline of the island offers magnificent and picturesque landscapes, which invite you to practice sports, make excursions, cycling, or discovering the or discover the ancient path of the “camí de cavalls“.

Here are some of the best beaches in Menorca. Remember to leave the clean beaches follow the recommendations and respect the environment, so do your part!

■ NORTH COAST

Arenal d’en Castell beach

Situated on the north coast of the island, in the municipality of Es Mercadal the beach of Arenal d’en Castell is located in an urbanization of urbanization with all kinds …

Tirant Cove

Beautiful beach of crystalline waters and golden sand. It is located on the north coast of Menorca and it is acceded from the urbanization of Playas de Fornells by the …

Arenal de Son Saura

Located in the urbanization of Son Parc (municipality of Es Mercadal), in the north coast of Menorca, the beach of Arenal de Son Saura stands out for its Caribbean aspect. …

Cala Viola

Small cove very close to the cavalleria beach the port of Sa nitja and the lighthouse of Cavalleria which you can take the opportunity to visit. With a quiet atmosphere …

■ SOUTH COAST

Son Bou beach

The beach of Son Bou is about nine kilometers away from Alaior on the south coast of the island. It is the longest beach of Menorca with its more than …

Cala en Porter beach

The beach of Cala en Porter is located 11 km south of the town of Alaior on the south coast of the island and is a popular tourist destination for …

Santo Tomás Beach

It is located in the municipality of Es Migjorn Gran, eon the south coast of Menorca. It is a beach of fine white sand, with quiet and calm turquoise, warm …

Cala Galdana Beach

Cala Galdana is located at seven kilometers from Ferrerías on the south coast of Menorca. It is a spectacular shell-shaped cove, surrounded by abundant vegetation, where pine trees dominate the …

Macarelleta Cove

Cala Macarelleta is 14 km away from Ciutadella on the south coast of the island. It is one of the most famous and photographed coves, it appears in all guides …

■ EAST COAST

Es Grau Beach

Es Grau beach is located in a small typical Menorcan fishing village, on the northeast coast of Menorca, in the municipality of Mahón. It is part of the Natural Park …

Punta Prima Beach

Excellent beach of fine white sand, crystal clear waters with shades of turquoise blue. Located in the southeastern tip of the island of Menorca, in the municipality of San Luis …

Cala Alcaufar Beach

The beach Cala Alcaufar is located on the southeast coast of Menorca in the municipality of San Lluis. This small cove of calm waters is ideal to go with the …

Cala Rafalet

Cala Rafalet, a small unspoiled cove located in the municipality of Sant Lluís stands as an oasis of peace and natural beauty on the east coast of the east coast …

■ WEST COAST

■ TIPS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Tips and recommendations for enjoying the beach to the fullest

Before leaving: Check the signage, weather and requirements of the Biosphere Reserve. Advice guide to enjoy without damaging the natural habitat of the coves of Menorca.

The island seduces you with its unspoiled beaches: white sand, turquoise waters. North: hidden coves like Pregonda or Cavalleria. South: extensive sandy beaches such as Son Bou or Cala Mitjana. East: Punta Prima and crystal clear waters. West: Cala’n Bosch and fun: Cala’n Bosch and family fun. Menorca: the paradise of the sea.

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Guide to beaches and coves of Menorca

Characteristics and diversity

■ NORTH COAST

Arenal d’en Castell beach

Tirant Cove

Arenal de Son Saura

Cala Viola

■ SOUTH COAST

Son Bou beach

Cala en Porter beach

Santo Tomás Beach

Cala Galdana Beach

Macarelleta Cove

■ EAST COAST

Es Grau Beach

Punta Prima Beach

Cala Alcaufar Beach

Cala Rafalet

■ WEST COAST

Cala en Blanes Beach

Cala’n Bosch beach

Cala’n Forcat

■ TIPS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Tips and recommendations for enjoying the beach to the fullest