Cove · South (Ciutadella)
Cala Macarella
The definitive postcard of southern Menorca: a horseshoe of white sand, turquoise water and pines down to the shore. Beside it, its little sister, Cala Macarelleta. Serene beauty, best enjoyed early.
What to see and do
- the postcard of the south: a horseshoe of white sand, turquoise and pines
- in summer reached by shuttle bus from Ciutadella or on foot along the Camí de Cavalls
- no reliable services: head down with a picnic, water and shade
Practical information
- Access
- On foot from Cala Galdana (~30 min along the Camí de Cavalls) or by seasonal bus; car access is restricted in summer
- Parking
- Free car park further away, very limited in summer; in high season take the bus from Cala Galdana or arrive very early
- Services
- Seasonal beach bar; bring water and shade
- Best time
- June and September; in July-August, first thing in the morning
- Effort
- Reached on foot or by shuttle in summer, along the Camí de Cavalls. No reliable services: bring water and shade.
- Suggested time
- ~4 h
🚌 1 Jun–30 Sep: private cars and motorbikes are banned. Shuttle bus from Ciutadella, licensed taxi, bike or on foot (Camí de Cavalls from Cala Galdana, ~45 min). Off-season: drive to the free car park, 15-20 min walk away.
Facts checked on — confirm times and access on the day of your visit.