Es Mercadal · North coast
Cavalleria
A large natural beach of coarse golden sand on the north coast, almost 500 m long and split in two by the Ferragut reef. The eastern half is sandier; the western half is rockier and better for snorkelling.
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Getting there
Free signposted car park, then about 400 m on foot. Roughly 10 km from Es Mercadal.
Where to eat nearby
- Cap de Cavalleria lighthouse bar — Drinks with a view at the lighthouse, a short drive north
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
- Very exposed to the Tramuntana north wind and can be dangerous then: check the forecast.
- People like to coat themselves in the clay from the cliffs, but this erodes them and makes them unstable.
Worth combining
- Cap de Cavalleria lighthouse (1857) on Menorca’s highest cliffs, with an interpretation centre in season.
- Ecomuseu de Cap de Cavalleria and the Roman port of Sanitja, with excavations of Sanisera and a British-era defence tower.
At a glance
- Municipality
- Es Mercadal
- Coast
- North coast
- Setting
- Unspoilt cove
- Sand
- Reddish sand
- Length (approx.)
- 450 m
- Parking
- Free car park
- Walk from parking or bus
- ~7 min
- Food
- Nothing — bring water
- Bus
- No direct bus
- Camí de Cavalls
- Stage 5
- Coordinates
- 40.0597, 4.0768
Dunes · Nudist area
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
- 19.9 °C
- Sea temperature
- 22.6 °C
- Wind
- 11 km/h
- Gusts
- 17 km/h
- Wind from
- N
- Waves offshore
- 1.08 m
| Menorca time | Air | Wind | Gusts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19.9 °C | 10.2 km/h | 16.9 km/h | |
| 19.8 °C | 10.1 km/h | 16.6 km/h | |
| 19.6 °C | 10.1 km/h | 16.2 km/h | |
| 19.3 °C | 8 km/h | 15.8 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
Binimel·là2.1 km in a straight line · ~7 min walk from parking
Cala Tirant2.9 km in a straight line · ~6 min walk from parking
Cala Pregonda3.1 km in a straight line · ~30 min walk from parking
Son Parc7.8 km in a straight line · ~1 min walk from parking
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