Platja des Talaier, Menorca, Natural beach in Ciutadella de Menorca, Spain.
The beach stretches 50 meters in length and 80 meters in width, featuring white sand between Punta des Pinar and Punta de na Bruna points.
The nearby Talaia d'Artrutx lighthouse, constructed in the 16th century, stands 62 meters above sea level, guiding maritime traffic through the centuries.
The preservation of natural dunes and pine forests surrounding the beach reflects the local commitment to maintaining Menorca's coastal environments.
Visitors can reach the beach through a 20-minute walk from the free parking area at Son Saura, following either coastal or inland paths.
The beach formation includes a western sandy section and an eastern rocky area, divided by a natural stone outcrop.
Location: Ciutadella de Menorca
Length: 50 m
Width: 80 m
Address: Cala des Talaier, Av. Mar, Illes Balears, Spain
Phone: +34636455270
GPS coordinates: 39.92675,3.90274
Latest update: March 27, 2025 20:01
Menorca offers remarkable coastal diversity. The island's 200-plus coves and beaches range from long sand stretches like Son Bou, Menorca's largest beach at roughly 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers), to small secluded coves like Cala Mitjana and Cala Mitjaneta. The northern coast presents reddish sand of volcanic origin at beaches like Cavalleria and Cala Pregonda, while the southern coast displays white sand and turquoise waters at places like Macarella and Turqueta. This geological divide makes the island an appealing destination for visitors seeking varied coastal environments. Some beaches like Punta Prima, Cala Galdana, and Arenal d'en Castell provide full facilities with restaurants, sunbed rentals, and water sports. Others like Cala de Trebalúger, Cala Escorxada, and Binigaus remain natural and undeveloped, accessible via coastal walking trails through Mediterranean vegetation. The sheltered position of most coves ensures calm waters suitable for swimming and snorkeling. Son Bou includes wetlands behind the beach and early Christian basilica ruins. Menorca's coastal variety, from the red cliffs at Cala Morell to the white sands at Son Saura, reflects the island's status as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and provides options for different preferences.
The beaches of Menorca are known for their turquoise waters and fine sand. The coast alternates between natural coves and long stretches of sand. Access to these natural sites can be difficult, but the reward is worth the effort! The island, full of curiosities, offers opportunities to explore historic ports, coastal paths, seaside villages, and magnificent natural sites.
Cala Mitjana
6 km
Cala Galdana Bridge
5 km
Playa Cala Blanca
7.3 km
Cala Trebalúger
7.5 km
Cap d’Artrutx Lighthouse
6.7 km
Macarella
3.2 km
Cala en Turqueta
1.2 km
Son Catlar
3.9 km
Canyon of Algendar
7 km
Son Saura
716 m
Poblat de Torretrencada
7.3 km
Torrellafuda
8.2 km
Aquarock
6.2 km
Cala Macarelleta
2.9 km
Grave of Son Olivaret
5.9 km
Poblat talaiòtic de Torretrencada
7.2 km
Platja de Santandria
7.8 km
Poblat talaiòtic de Torrellafuda
8.2 km
Cala Mitjaneta, Menorca
5.9 km
Cala Parejals
4 km
Torrellafuda
8.2 km
Torrent del Barranc d'Algendar
7.7 km
Creu de terme de Sant Joan de Missa
5 km
Cala en Bosc
5.6 km
Playa Cala Galdana
5.1 km
Cala Macarella
3.2 km
Hipogeus de Parella Nova
7.2 km
Naveta de habitación de Parelleta
7.3 kmReviews
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