The 8 most beautiful beaches in Menorca

With more than 200 kilometres of coastline, Menorca and its wild landscapes enjoy unspoilt nature, now listed by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve. Each more unspoilt than the last, the 75 beaches of this small island offer a striking contrast across the Menorcan landscape. Caribbean-style or moon-like, easy to reach or more remote, with facilities or left wild, shaded or in full sun, Menorca's beaches have plenty to win you over. Let's set off together to discover the 8 most beautiful beaches on the island of Menorca.

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The most beautiful beach in Menorca: Cala En Turqueta

What is it like?

• 110 m x 25 m: not quite the right size for a regulation football match…
• With its rich marine life it is ideal for snorkelling.
• Close to a picnic area under the pine trees. Don't worry, the tables are in the shade!

Our advice

• In high season the beach is very busy and space is hard to find. Try to go early in the morning or late in the afternoon!
• For more excitement, try the Fiesta Boat: it sails along the south coast of the island and makes two swimming stops, at Turqueta and Son Saura, with paella and sangria on board for those who want them.

How do you get there?

• There is a car park 10 minutes' walk away, with a sign showing how many spaces are left and two attendants who make sure nobody parks where they shouldn't.
• The beach is 1 hour by car from Mahón, 30 minutes from Ciutadella and you can get there by bus on line 68. You can also arrive by cruise boat from Ciutadella.

The most famous beach on the island: Cala Mitjana

What is it like?

• It is one of the favourites for the title of Miss Menorca.
• It is surrounded by coves with spectacular scenery of cliffs, woods and rocks.

Our advice

• You can walk to Mitjaneta, its little sister, along a path, and the detour is worth it!
• In high season, go at quieter times of day.

How do you get there?

• It is close to the town of Ferreries and is 40 minutes from Mahón and 30 minutes from Ciutadella.
• Free car park 15 minutes' walk away.
• You can also walk there along the Camí de Cavalls, which links it to Cala Galdana.

Cala Trebaluger

What is it like?

• Fine sand, crystal-clear water and cliffs all around: you could be in the Maldives.
• It is much quieter than the beaches above.

Our advice

• If you enjoy hiking, you can start at Cala Mitjana early in the morning, then walk on to Cala Trebaluger along a path signposted on the left.
• The beach is not sheltered from the wind, so check the weather forecast before you plan your trip.

How do you get there?

• You can reach it on foot or by boat. The best option is to start from the viewpoints of Cala Galdana: allow a 20-minute walk.
• If you prefer to go by sea, boat trips run to Cala Trebaluger. The other option is to take a water taxi.

Cala Algaiarens or Vall d'Algaiarens

What is it like?

• It is a beach with lifeguards, ideal for families.
• It is in fact two beaches: Toncats and Bot.

Our advice

• If you enjoy hiking, you can then set off along the famous Camí de Cavalls, which starts here, in the Vall d'Algaiarens.

How do you get there?

• You can drive there. There are two car parks less than a kilometre from the two beaches.

One of the most secluded beaches on the island: Cala Escorxada

What is it like?

• It is a small cove 100 metres long and 30 metres wide.
• It is a quiet beach with few visitors, perfect for playing Robinson Crusoe.

Our advice

• For a memorable experience, you can rent kayaks from Cala Galdana.
• For experienced riders, horse rides of about 3 hours 30 minutes go all the way to the beach.

How do you get there?

• Because it is so remote, it is fairly hard to reach. Allow about 1 hour 30 minutes on foot over no less than four kilometres.
• You can also rent a boat or call a water taxi.

One of the most beautiful beaches in Menorca: Cala Pregonda

What is it like?

• It is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Menorca and is very well known.
• Its red sand and moon-like setting feel like another world.
• The beach is an ideal setting for snorkelling.

Our advice

• Be brave and swim out to one of the rocks just opposite. You will find a beach there with a little more privacy.
• As you are a stone's throw from the fishing village of Fornells, make the most of it and try the famous caldereta (lobster stew).

How do you get there?

• The beach is the same distance from Mahón and Ciutadella (45 minutes by car) and has a free car park, from which it takes 20 minutes on foot to reach the beach. On the way you will see the cove of Binimel·là.

Cala Cavalleria

What is it like?

• It is 450 metres long and 22 metres wide and lies in the protected natural area (Àrea Natural d'Especial Interès) of Cavalleria.
• The area around it is popular with naturists.

Our advice

• Take the path up to the viewpoint for an outstanding view.
• Cala Cavalleria is also known for its mud baths.

How do you get there?

• You can reach the beach by sea, or by road: there is a free car park close to the beach.
• It is 9 km from the town of Es Mercadal.

Cala Macarella

What is it like?

• This 105 m x 75 m cove is partly shaded.
• With its cliffs and turquoise water, it gets quite busy in summer.

Our advice

• A good option is to arrive along the Camí de Cavalls from Cala Galdana (about a 20-minute walk) and take a well-earned break at the chiringuito (beach bar).

How do you get there?

• There is a car park 15 minutes' walk from the beach.
• You can also take the shuttle bus (on booking) for €8.20, running every 20 to 40 minutes depending on the time of year.

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