Es Mercadal · North coast
Arenal d'en Castell
An almost circular bay of fine sand more than 600 m long on the north coast, with shallow water that suits children and a large resort behind it.
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Getting there
Parking in the resort and regular buses. Blue Flag beach with full services in season.
Where to eat nearby
- La Paella and El Copas — The two longest-established beach restaurants
- Blue Arenal — Raised terrace with views over the bay; reviewers praise the calamari, mixed paella and seafood
Restaurants, menus and opening hours change from season to season; many close in winter. Check before you go and book in summer.
Good to know
- Its enclosed shape gives calm water most days, even when the north coast is choppy.
Worth combining
- Son Parc to the west.
- Fornells and its lobster restaurants, a short drive.
At a glance
- Municipality
- Es Mercadal
- Coast
- North coast
- Setting
- Resort beach
- Sand
- Golden sand
- Length (approx.)
- 600 m
- Parking
- Free car park
- Walk from parking or bus
- ~3 min
- Food
- Plenty of restaurants
- Bus
- Seasonal bus line 41
- Camí de Cavalls
- Stage 3
- Coordinates
- 40.0227, 4.1832
Toilets · Showers · Lifeguard · Sunbeds · Step-free access · Family-friendly · Sheltered cove
Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling.
Weather & swimming conditions
Forecast fetched: · Menorca time
- Air
- 19 °C
- Sea temperature
- 22.8 °C
- Wind
- 9 km/h
- Gusts
- 15 km/h
- Wind from
- NW
- Waves offshore
- 0.26 m
| Menorca time | Air | Wind | Gusts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 °C | 8.9 km/h | 14.8 km/h | |
| 18.9 °C | 8.9 km/h | 14.8 km/h | |
| 18.7 °C | 8.8 km/h | 14.8 km/h | |
| 18.6 °C | 7.3 km/h | 14.4 km/h |
Open-Meteo model forecasts, not on-site observations. Offshore wave data may differ from conditions inside the cove. Wind from land can push swimmers and inflatables offshore. Follow local flags and lifeguard advice.
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Wind & shelter
The catalogue records this beach as opening towards N. Wind coming from that direction can drive waves towards the shore; wind from the opposite direction may give more shelter near the sand. Headlands, terrain and offshore swell can change the result.
North-facing beaches such as Cavalleria can be exposed during Tramuntana. Compare south-coast alternatives and the actual wind and waves before travelling.
Plan your beach day
Guide sources
Practical notes compiled in October 2026. Check seasonal information before travelling.
Nearest beaches
Son Parc2.2 km in a straight line · ~1 min walk from parking
Cala Tirant7.2 km in a straight line · ~6 min walk from parking
Cala Tortuga7.2 km in a straight line · ~35 min walk from parking
Cala Presili7.5 km in a straight line · ~30 min walk from parking
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