Es grau, Golden sand beach in Menorca, Spain.
Es Grau is a golden sand beach on Menorca's Mediterranean coast that stretches about 590 meters along the shoreline. The water is sheltered by the nearby Isla d'en Colon, creating a shallow and calm bay suitable for swimming.
The beach gained protection when it was integrated into the S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park, securing its status as a preserved natural area. This designation ensures the protection of its environmental qualities for the future.
The beach brings together locals and visitors seeking connection with the sea and natural surroundings. Fishermen who work from the adjacent village help keep traditional maritime practices alive in this corner of the coast.
The bay offers shallow water that works well for families with children and beginners in water activities. You can rent sun umbrellas, loungers, and water sports equipment on site, with parking and restroom facilities located near the beach.
The small Isla d'en Colon offshore is not just a natural barrier but also hosts its own vegetation and seabirds. This tiny island plays a crucial role in keeping the bay calm and gives it a character that sets it apart from other Mediterranean beaches.
Location: Maó
Length: 590 m
Width: 35 m
GPS coordinates: 39.94980,4.26560
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:08
Spain's coastlines present a wide variety of beaches, from the white sand shores of the Balearic Islands to the rocky coves of Cantabria along the Atlantic. This collection includes beaches such as Playa de Rodas in the Cíes Islands, the urban beach of La Concha in San Sebastián, and the secluded coves of Formentera including Ses Illetes and Cala Saona. In Andalusia, beaches like Playa de Bolonia near Tarifa feature Roman ruins nearby, while the volcanic landscapes of Cabo de Gata showcase Los Genoveses and Playa de Monsul. The Asturian coast displays natural formations such as Gulpiyuri, a beach enclosed within cliffs, and Playa del Silencio. The Canary Islands offer diverse beach types, from the golden sands of Las Teresitas in Tenerife to the expansive shores of Sotavento in Fuerteventura. This selection documents the geographic and geological range of Spanish beaches and provides practical information about location, access, and local features of each site.
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.
Port of Maó-Mahón
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Camí de Cavalls
5.9 km
Parque Natural de s'Albufera des Grau
3.6 km
Far de Favàritx
5.3 km
S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park
3.7 km
Favàritx Lighthouse
5.3 km
Church and Cloister of Sant Francesc
6.5 km
Sa Torreta de Tramuntana
2.7 km
Menorca Biosphere Reserve
4.8 km
Arenal d'en Moro
1.7 km
Els Tamarells
1.2 km
Torre de Cala Mesquida
4.4 km
Hort Nou
6.3 km
Platja de sa Torreta, Menorca
1.7 km
Rambla Tower
1.5 km
Talaia de Binissermenya
5.9 km
Cala Tortuga
4.3 km
Cala en Caballer, Menorca
3.3 km
Platja des Grau
136 m
S'Escala, Menorca
5.3 km
S'Arenal de Morella
3.8 km
Platja de Tamarells des Nord, Menorca
1.3 km
Tamarells del Sud
939 m
Torre de Rambla
1.5 km
Torreta de Tramuntana
2.5 km
Biblioteca del Museo de Menorca
6.6 km
Basílica paleocristiana de l'illa d'en Colom
1.4 km
Necròpolis de Capifort
6 kmReviews
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