Discover
The best calas in Menorca: an unhurried guide (2026)
Menorca's most beautiful coves, how to get there, when to go and how to enjoy them without the crowds. From southern turquoise to the red sand of the north.
Read the story
Calma Society · Menorca
Menorca, unhurried.
The island's experiences, taste and beauty — elevated. A Calma Society publication.
The island's essentials
Coves, beaches & nature
Discover
Cala Mitjana: Menorca's most accessible unspoilt cove
White sand, clear water and cliffs, just 150 metres from the car. Which is exactly why you should go early.
Discover
Cala en Turqueta: the southern postcard you earn by arriving early
White sand, turquoise water and pine woods: how to reach Turqueta, when to go and why the secret lies in the car park.
Discover
Cova d'en Xoroi: a sunset inside the cliffs of Cala'n Porter
A natural cave clinging to a cliff above the Mediterranean, a café by day and a cocktail bar by night. An unhurried guide to the Cova d'en Xoroi, its sunset and its legend.
Discover
Es Castell and Cales Fonts: the British town that watches the sunrise
British military planning, colourful façades and a harbour of caves turned into restaurants. A calm guide to Es Castell and Cales Fonts, the easternmost corner of Spain.
Discover
Es Mercadal and Monte Toro: the heart and the roof of Menorca
The village at the centre of the island and the mountain that crowns it. An unhurried guide to Es Mercadal, home of the carquinyols, and to Monte Toro, Menorca's great viewpoint.
Discover
Es Migjorn Gran: Menorca's youngest, most peaceful village
Menorca's youngest and smallest municipality, an unspoilt agricultural oasis with the great cave of the Cova des Coloms and the wild beach of Binigaus.
Free guide
The guide to Menorca's quiet coves
Some coves are still yours — if you go at the right hour. We'll tell you which, when and how to get there, and write now and then, never noise.
Getting around
Explore the island without a car
From the airport to your hotel, to the coves or on an excursion to lighthouses and villages: private transfers and minibus with a driver, to enjoy Menorca calmly.
Use code CALMASOCIETY for 10 € off your booking.
Diary
Don't miss
Music
Maria del Mar Bonet at the Teatre Principal de Maó
30 July 2026 · Teatre Principal de Maó
Mallorcan singer-songwriter Maria del Mar Bonet performs on 30 July as part of the Splendid Festival Menorca, presenting her new album and celebrating 60 years on stage. One of the highlights of the cultural summer at the theatre, the oldest opera house in Spain.
Music
Menorca Music Festival
1 August 2026 – 9 August 2026 · Recinte Firal d'Es Mercadal
Menorca's reference summer pop, rock and flamenco festival, held at the Recinte Firal d'Es Mercadal from 1 to 9 August 2026. The line-up brings together Víctor Manuel, Nina Pastori, Taburete, Loquillo, Antonio Orozco and God Save the Queen, with local artists each day. Line-up and dates indicative: confirm on the official site before buying tickets.
Town festivals
Sant Cristòfol Festival
1 August 2026 – 2 August 2026 · Es Migjorn Gran
Es Migjorn Gran, Menorca's youngest and quietest municipality, celebrates Sant Cristòfol with its riders (caixers) and the horse 'jaleo', in an unhurried village atmosphere far from the crowds. Dates approximate (between late July and early August); confirm with the town hall.
Sections
Explore the island
Six ways of looking at Menorca, all with judgement.
Discover
Coves, trails, villages and nature. The island that captivates, with judgement.
View all →Getting around
Transfers, chauffeur and bespoke experiences. Getting around Menorca, calm and with class.
View all →What's on
Festivals, concerts and markets. What's happening in Menorca, kept current.
View all →Culture
History, language, craft and Talayotic Menorca. The island's identity.
View all →Living
Lifestyle, property and interiors. Living Menorca all year round.
View all →Eat & Drink
Gastronomy rooted in local produce: PDO cheese, wine of the land and fine tables.
View all →Calma Society
Calma Society isn't just another guide: it's a quiet-luxury look at Menorca and a society of those who love it unhurried. Judgement, experiences chosen with calm and the island 365 days a year. Welcome to the Society.
Discover the SocietyThe welcome guide
Menorca's quietest coves
Leave us your email and we'll send you the guide: the coves where you can still find room to breathe, with how to get there and when to go. After that, the occasional calm letter — only when it's genuinely worth it.
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.