The most beautiful places of Menorca
Caribbean Mediterranean
Menorca is a Spanish island in the western Mediterranean, the second largest island of the Balearic Islands after Mallorca. The island full of greenery and flowers is included in the UNESCO biosphere reserve and at the same time belongs to the places with the cleanest water in the world. In addition to the beautiful beaches, you can admire prehistoric monuments, the number of which Menorca also holds the primacy. History breathes on you at every step, whether in the form of the already mentioned stone prehistoric buildings or medieval fortresses. The island can also be proud of its beautiful nature and renowned local products.
Resting on Son Saura beach
Or one of the most beautiful beaches in the south of the island
Son Saura beach is located 12 km from the city of Ciutadella. It is a relatively large beach (more than 300 m long) with typical white sand. Son Saura is one of the most visited beaches on the island. Its capacity is limited by the size of the parking lot. Cruise ships go to the beach. However, thanks to the size of the beach, people can spread out well here. continue reading
Resting on Son Bou beach
Or Menorca's longest beach
Platja de Son Bou is located near the resort of the same name on the south side of the island. With its length of over 2 kilometers, it is Menorca's largest beach. continue reading
Rest on Platja se Grau
The most comfortable beach in Menorca
Platja es Grau is located near the town of the same name. The sandy beach is 590 m long and 35 m wide. The area is surrounded by sand dunes and pine groves, which are part of the S'Albufera Es Grau nature reserve. continue reading
Discovering the beauty of the surroundings of Es Grau
Or a walk through the Albufera des Grau nature reserve
The nature reserve covers 5,000 hectares in the northeast of Menorca, close to the town of Es Grau. It is the core of the biosphere reserve for which Menorca was declared by UNESCO in 1993. It is a set of lakes and wetlands with rare fauna and flora. The nature reserve is also an important ornithological site. continue reading
Tour of S'Hostal quarries
Or monumental limestone quarries
S'Hostal Quarries is located very close to Ciutadella. These are currently inactive limestone quarries. The quarries cover an area of 7 hectares. Mining here began in the 19th century and ended in 1994. The local stone was used mainly for construction purposes. continue reading
Tour of the Castillo de San Felipe fortress
Or the discovery of one of the greatest fortresses of its time
Fort San Felipe is located on the southern shore of the mouth of the port of Mahón and was built in the mid-16th century to withstand periodic attacks by the Turkish squadron. The fortress was rebuilt in the 18th century during the British occupation of Menorca and became one of the largest fortresses of its time. After the reconquest of Menorca by Spain, the demolition of the fort was ordered. continue reading
Tour of the city of Mahon
Or the capital of the island of Menorca
Mahon (or Maó) has been the capital of the island since the beginning of the 18th century. At the same time, it is one of the largest natural harbors in the world, which is the reason why Menorca has been conquered many times. The city was built by the British, who intermittently controlled the island until 1802, when Menorca finally fell to the Spanish. It is an impressive port city that is very lively. At the same time, it is a historical city, so everyone will find something for themselves here. continue reading
Rest at Cala en Turqueta
Or the busiest beach in Menorca
Cala en Turqueta is located in the southern part of the island. Together with Cala Macarella, this is Menorca's most famous and busiest beach. The beach is located in a small bay. The sand strip itself is only 100 meters long and divided into two parts by a smaller rock outcrop. The beach is typical for its white sand and beautifully blue water. continue reading
City tour of Cuitadella
Or the former capital of Menorca
Ciutadella is located at the western end of the island and is, together with Mahon, the most important town in Menorca. It is even the former capital and now the island's most populous city. The city was founded by the Phoenicians in the 4th century and immediately became the seat of the bishopric. The Moors ruled here for several centuries, but then the island was once again annexed to the Crown of Aragon. During the Middle Ages, the city was an important trade center. Most of the current layout of the streets of the old town dates from the 9th to the 11th century. The city was the seat of the British governor of the island and the university of Menorca until 1714. At that time, it was occupied for a while by the British, who moved the seat to Mahon. However, the bishop refused to move, and Cuitadella remained the religious center of the island. continue reading
Tour of the fortress of La Mola
Or one of the most beautiful fortresses in Europe
The fortress of La Mola, named after Queen Isabella II, is located in the east of Menorca. The Spanish built it here between 1848 and 1852, after the demolition of Fort San Felipe. However, before it was completed, it unfortunately became obsolete. It was originally intended to protect the approach to Mahon Harbor to prevent British and French ships from supplying. It served as a military prison during the Franco dictatorship, is still used by the Spanish Navy and is open to tourists. continue reading
Tour of the mansion in Talatí de Dalt
Or another example of Talayotic settlement
Talatí de Dalt is one of the most important prehistoric settlements in Menorca. The settlement is divided into a public area with a shrine and talayot, and residential areas with talayot houses and warehouses. continue reading
Excursion to the Faro de Cavalleria lighthouse
Or the northernmost place of Menorca
On the northernmost point approximately in the middle of the island near the town of Sanisera, which was founded here by the Romans, is the oldest Cavalleria lighthouse. During the 14th to 19th centuries, up to 700 ships were wrecked in these places, the most during the 18th and 19th centuries. That is why it was decided to build a lighthouse here in 1857. continue reading
Walk to the Faváritx lighthouse
Or we explore the corners of the northern part of the island
There are many things to admire in Menorca, and one of them is the local lighthouses. Among the most interesting are the trio of lighthouses located on the outcrops of the northern side of the island. Among these is the Faváritx lighthouse. continue reading
Relaxation at Playa de Cavalleria
The most famous beach in the north of Menorca
Cavallería Beach is one of Menorca's most famous beaches and no wonder, as it is a beautiful pristine sandy beach with crystal clear water and reddish sand. It is located in the north of the island, quite far from the city centers. continue reading
Tour of the prehistoric settlement of Trepuco
Or a unique building on a unique island
Trepuco is a prehistoric settlement located very close to the capital of the island, Mahon. It is one of the largest residences of its kind in Menorca. What is unique about this residence is that it was used as a command camp in the Middle Ages. Thanks to this, an internal system of walls reminiscent of medieval fortresses was built here. continue reading
Departure to El Toro
Or the highest mountain of Menorca
El Toro (or Monte Toro) is the highest point on the island of Menorca. Its height varies – it is reported from 362 to 375 m above sea level. It rises almost in the middle of the island and is a dominant feature of the surroundings. Menorca is not a mountainous island, but neither is it flat. It is covered with low hills, against which El Toro looks like a mountain. continue reading
Walk to Punta Nati Lighthouse
The third of the northern beacons
The Punta Nati lighthouse is located on the northwestern edge of the island. Its construction was started on September 1, 1913 and lasted 14 months. The lighthouse consists of two separate rectangular buildings connected by a 19 m high hexagonal tower. The lighthouse itself is at a height of 42 m. It always flashes 3 times after 20 seconds. It can be seen up to 33 km away. continue reading
A walk through the town of Binibequer
Or Menorca Santorini
Binibequer (or Binibeca) is a romantic fishing village with a unique atmosphere. It is characterized by white houses with small streets, several restaurants and shops. Resort Binibequer is located in the southernmost part of Menorca, about 10 kilometers from the capital of the island of Mahon. Although the town looks authentic, it was built in 1972 as an imitation of old fishing houses. continue reading
Tour of Fort Marlborough
Or a smaller defensive fortress near the city of Mahón
The fort was built by the British at the beginning of the 18th century (1710 to 1726) by the bay on the south side of the mouth of the Mahón harbor and served the British, French and Spanish armies. It can currently be visited as part of an individual tour. continue reading
Visit to the town of Fornells
Or a fishing town with history
Fornells is a small fishing town in the north of the island. It is located at the mouth of the beautiful Cala Cabra Salada bay, which cuts a few kilometers further inland. The village was founded in the 17th century around the anti-piracy watchtower protecting the entrance to the bay. Currently, it is a tourist destination and a pleasant romantic resort. The locals make a living mainly by fishing and catching crawfish, so it is not surprising that the local specialty is crawfish soup. continue reading
Visit to the necropolis in Cala Morell
Or a prehistoric burial ground
The coastal settlement of Cala Morell was built in the second half of the 2nd millennium BC on a promontory off the northwest coast of the island of Menorca. Today there is a holiday village of the same name. There are archaeological sites on its northern and southern edges, which are freely accessible throughout the year. It is a set of 14 man-made caves that were used as burials from the Bronze Age to the Iron Age. continue reading
Tour of the Navety des Tudons
Or Menorca's most famous prehistoric object
Navets are small stone buildings with a tiny entrance. Their shape resembles an overturned ship. The first stone buildings were oval or round and were used for living. It was not until the time of the Talayotic culture that they began to stretch and were used for burials. continue reading
Tour of talayots in Montefí
Or the Talayotic settlement near the city of Cuitadella
Montefí is a Talayotic settlement from 1000–700 BC that was inhabited until the conquest of the island by the Romans in 123 BC It must have been one of the largest settlements near the port of Ciutadella. Three talayots have been preserved to this day, each with its own distinctive architectural features. continue reading
Visit to Punta Prima resort
Or a small piece of comfort near the capital
Punta Prima is a smaller resort located in the southeastern tip of Menorca. This center is about 15 minutes from the airport. The capital Mao is only 10 km away. Despite the proximity of these factors, it is a calm and beautiful place with clear water. continue reading
Tour of the Poblat de Son Catlar estate
Or one of the largest Talayotic settlements of Menorca
Poblat de Son Catlar is a large Talayot settlement of 3.75 hectares located near the town of Ciutadella on the way to Son Saura beach. It is one of the three largest Talayotic settlements on the island, which may have been centers of power during the Iron Age. The settlement is freely accessible. continue reading
Rest at Cala Mesquida
Or the lesser-known beach of the northern part of the island
Cala Mesquida is located very close to the small resort of Sa Mesquida. Even though Mesquida is located near the capital Mahon, it is a remote resort. The beach is sandy, bordered on one side by a rocky outcrop. continue reading
Boat trip around the port of Mahon
Or a ride on a yellow catamaran
When visiting Mahon, one of the most popular attractions is a yellow catamaran ride. Tickets for this boat can be purchased directly at the port, but some hotels or representatives of travel agencies also offer them at discounted prices. The ride takes a little over an hour. Interpretation in several languages is included in the price. The boat also has a glass bottom and part of the ride is dedicated to watching the seabed. continue reading
A walk through the town of Sant Lluís
Or an evening with a bit of history
The town of Sant Lluis was founded by the French in 1761 during their occupation of the island of Menorca. It is a picturesque inland town with white houses and long streets, which is definitely worth a visit. continue reading
Walk to the town of Alcaufar
Or rather hiking instead of the beach
Alcaufar is a small inconspicuous town on the coast of Menorca. In general, it can be classified as uninteresting. In this case, however, it can be said that the journey was the destination, as the experience was the walk itself. continue reading
Visiting the resort of Son Parc
Or a quick swimming stop
Son Park is a very luxurious resort located on the island of Menorca. A smaller resort with a beautiful sandy beach is located in the northern part of the island. It lies about 10 kilometers southeast of Fornells. The interesting feature of Son Park (Son Parc) is the beautiful pine forests and dunes. continue reading
Walk to Biniparratx beach
Or a small bay near the resort of Binibequer
Biniparratx Bay is a bay surrounded by rocks with caves. There is a small, quiet beach here. Due to the length of the bay, the water here is completely calm. The beach is about 20 meters long, so its capacity is very limited. continue reading
Visit to Cala Galdana beach
Or one of the main goals of beach tourism
Cala Galdana is one of the largest coves in Menorca. In general, Cala Galdana is considered one of the most beautiful and best beaches of Menorca. continue reading
