Ciutadella · South coast
Son Saura
A long, pine-backed natural beach on the south-west coast, with shallow turquoise water. It is the gateway to Es Talaier and Cala en Turqueta along the Camí de Cavalls.
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Getting there
About 12 km from Ciutadella along the Camí de Sant Joan de Missa. The car park is free but fills in summer; signs on the approach road show whether spaces remain. If it says full, pick another beach.
Where to eat nearby
Guides list no bar or restaurant within walking distance. Bring water, food and shade.
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
- No bars or kiosks: bring water, food and shade.
- Arrive early or late in the day to find parking.
Worth combining
- Es Talaier, about 15–20 minutes east along the coast path.
- Cala en Turqueta, around 30 minutes further along the Camí de Cavalls.
At a glance
- Municipality
- Ciutadella
- Coast
- South coast
- Setting
- Unspoilt cove
- Sand
- White sand
- Length (approx.)
- 250 m
- Parking
- Free car park
- Walk from parking or bus
- ~10 min
- Food
- Nothing — bring water
- Bus
- Seasonal bus line 66
- Camí de Cavalls
- Stage 12
- Coordinates
- 39.9268, 3.8971
Lifeguard · Pine shade · Snorkelling · Family-friendly
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
- 18.7 °C
- Sea temperature
- 22.9 °C
- Wind
- 7 km/h
- Gusts
- 12 km/h
- Wind from
- N
- Waves offshore
- 0.54 m
| Menorca time | Air | Wind | Gusts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18.9 °C | 6.9 km/h | 11.9 km/h | |
| 18.8 °C | 6.2 km/h | 11.9 km/h | |
| 18.2 °C | 5.3 km/h | 10.8 km/h | |
| 17.1 °C | 6 km/h | 10.4 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 S. 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.
During northerly Tramuntana, south-coast coves may offer more shelter. Southerly winds can bring waves into these beaches; compare the forecast rather than relying on the coast alone.
Plan your beach day
Guide sources
Practical notes compiled in October 2026. Check seasonal information before travelling.
Nearest beaches
Es Talaier0.5 km in a straight line · ~20 min walk from parking
Cala en Turqueta1.7 km in a straight line · ~10 min walk from parking
Cala Macarelleta3.4 km in a straight line · ~25 min walk from parking
Cala Macarella3.7 km in a straight line · ~15 min walk from parking
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