Beaches

Some of the main beaches described here are dotted around the island in a clockwise direction, starting from Arenal D'En Castell Click on each image below to open in full screen.
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Es Grau, Mahon - Large sandy beach backed by dunes, pines and tamarisk trees, leading to a fresh water lake. The whole area is a National Park. Boat trips to the Illa d’en Colom. The small village of Es Grau provides bars, restaurants and shops

Cala Mesquida, Mahon - A lovely unspoilt cove with plenty of parking on the sand behind the beach. Bathing is good, although not ideal for very small children.

Cala Alcaufar - One of the smallest but a delightful narrow inlet. Ideally situated right on the beach is the Hotel Xoriguer which caters well for casual visitors wishing to eat, at any time of the day.

Punta Prima, San Luis - Large beach of fine white sand, bars and shops, easy parking.

Cala En Porter - All the facilities of an established resort, beach bars and easy parking.

Son Bou, Alaior - All the facilities of an established resort, beach bars and easy parking.

Santo Tomas, Es Mijgorn Gran - Long narrow strip of soft white sand backed by hills. Beach bars, water sports and parking facilities. Pleasant boardwalk along the front.

Cala Mitjana, Ferreries - Situated down a small track off the road from Ferreries to Cala Galdana. A small charge is made by the Owners for your car, but at the end lies an idyllic south-facing cove, bounded by wooded cliffs. Easy to park, but no facilities.

Cala Galdana, Ferreries - Probably the most well known beach on the island, with the main Hotel right on the beach. There have been a few changes to the layout over the years but it is still a beautiful pine clad bay, with all facilities, bars, restaurants and water sports. .

Cala Macarella, Ciudadela - An extremely picturesque pine fringed cove. Approachable by car from the outer ring road at Ciudadela, or by foot from Cala Galdana, but wear plenty of sun protection for the walk through the pine woods. Beach bar and sun beds for hire

Son Saura, Ciudadela - Follow a sign posted minor road from the southern ring road at Ciudadela. There are many gates to open, but the track is unmistakable and leads to a beautiful sheltered bay, with gently shelving pure white sand. No facilities except parking.

Son Xoriguer, Cala'n Bosch - Two small beaches of white sand, winding cove, one of them is great for snorkelling. Easy access, ample parking, beach bars and restaurants. Water sports available.

Cala Pregonda, near Fornells - Access is by a 20 min. walk from Binimel-la. This beach is outstandingly beautiful and is surrounded by pines and tamarisk . No facilities.

Playa Ferragut & Cavalleria - Beautiful unspoilt beach with dunes. Museum 2km away towards the lighthouse, where there are toilets and a small bar.

Son Parc, Mercadal - Large white sandy beach, ideal for children. Beach bar and water sports of all kinds. Menorca's only golf course is situated in this resort