# Cala Pilar

Cala Pilar is in Ciutadella on Menorca’s north coast. The catalogue lists reddish sand, an approximate length of 300 metres and a walk of about 40 minutes from the nearest parking area or bus stop.

Canonical page: https://www.menorca.cc/beaches/cala-pilar/
Live conditions: https://www.menorca.cc/#beach-cala-pilar

A remote cove of golden-red sand beneath red hills on the north coast, with the boulder beach of Macar d’Alfurinet to the west.

## Getting there

Turn off the main road at km 34 towards Cala Pilar and leave the car at the signposted free car park. The walk is about 2 km through woods and dunes, 40 minutes to an hour each way, with a steep sandy finish.

## Where to eat nearby

Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade.

Restaurants and opening hours change by season; check before you go.

## Good to know

- No bars or restaurants nearby: bring water and food.
- The return climb is hard in the midday heat.

## Worth combining

- Macar d’Alfurinet, a geologically interesting shingle beach.
- Camí de Cavalls stage 7 west to Algaiarens (about 8 km).

## Access and facilities

- Municipality: Ciutadella
- Coast: North coast
- Setting: Unspoilt cove
- Sand: Reddish sand
- Length (approx.): 300 m
- Parking: Free car park
- Walk from parking or bus: ~40 min
- Food: Nothing — bring water
- Bus: No direct bus
- Camí de Cavalls: Stage 7
- Coordinates: 40.0511, 3.9775
- Listed features: Snorkelling

Beach coordinates, lengths and walking times are approximate. Facilities and bus services change by season; check current local information before travelling.

## Sources and limitations

Practical notes compiled from these guides in October 2026:

- [Visit Menorca: Cala el Pilar](https://visitmenorca.com/menorca/cala-el-pilar/)
- [Govern Balear geotourism: Pilar cove](https://intranet.caib.es/geoturfront/en/puntos_interes/45/general.html)

Compiled planning catalogue, not a current on-site inspection. No live weather is included in this document. Beach score and jellyfish risk are estimates, not official warnings.

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Photo: isol; CC BY-SA 3.0; https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cala_del_Pilar_-_Menorca_-_panoramio.jpg