The pine-backed cove of Cala Macarella, Menorca

Island guide · by ferry from Alcúdia or by air

Menorca: Our Favourites

Ciutadella and Maó, the coves of the south coast and the Talayotic monuments: a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve since 1993.

The back story

  1. The back story

    Menorca: the back story

    Menorca·In depth

    A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve since 1993: two harbour towns, turquoise coves and prehistoric monuments.

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What to see

  1. The classic Menorca cove

    Cala Macarella

    Menorca·Cove

    A white-sand cove in the pines on Menorca’s south coast.

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  2. The old capital

    Ciutadella de Menorca

    Menorca·Harbour town

    Menorca’s western town, with its harbour below the walls.

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