Ciutadella · South coast
Son Xoriguer
A gently curved resort bay on the south-west tip of the island, next to Cala en Bosc. Soft sand, shallow water and a promenade with cafés make it one of the busiest family beaches around Ciutadella.
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Getting there
Free parking is spread over several areas behind the beach, and resort buses run from Ciutadella. It is usually crowded in high summer, so arrive early for space on the sand.
Where to eat nearby
- Promenade cafés and beach bars — Snacks, ice cream and drinks right behind the sand
- Cala en Bosc marina — A few minutes’ walk west: seafood restaurants, paella and casual takeaway around the harbour
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
- Popular for windsurfing and diving trips from the marina.
- For a quieter swim, follow the Camí de Cavalls east towards Cala Parejals and the Cova des Pardals rock pool.
Worth combining
- Cap d’Artrutx lighthouse, about 20 minutes on foot from the marina, has a restaurant beside it that guides recommend for sunset.
At a glance
- Municipality
- Ciutadella
- Coast
- South coast
- Setting
- Resort beach
- Sand
- White sand
- Length (approx.)
- 150 m
- Parking
- Free car park
- Walk from parking or bus
- ~3 min
- Food
- Plenty of restaurants
- Bus
- Resort bus routes
- Camí de Cavalls
- Stage 11
- Coordinates
- 39.9257, 3.8443
Toilets · Showers · Lifeguard · Sunbeds · Step-free access · 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
- 18.6 °C
- Sea temperature
- 22.9 °C
- Wind
- 7 km/h
- Gusts
- 12 km/h
- Wind from
- N
- Waves offshore
- 0.56 m
| Menorca time | Air | Wind | Gusts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18.7 °C | 7.3 km/h | 13 km/h | |
| 18.7 °C | 6.9 km/h | 12.6 km/h | |
| 18.9 °C | 6.9 km/h | 11.9 km/h | |
| 18.8 °C | 6.2 km/h | 11.9 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
Cala en Bosc0.6 km in a straight line · ~3 min walk from parking
Son Saura4.5 km in a straight line · ~10 min walk from parking
Cala Blanca4.7 km in a straight line · ~4 min walk from parking
Es Talaier5.0 km in a straight line · ~20 min walk from parking
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