⛰ Map of Es Mercadal: town, Monte Toro, Fornells and the north-coast beaches
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Es Mercadal lies at the centre of Menorca, at the foot of Monte Toro (358 m), the island's highest point and a 360º viewpoint with its sanctuary. The municipality includes the fishing village of Fornells —famous for lobster stew— and the wild north-coast beaches: Cala Pregonda, Binimel·là and Cavalleria. In the town centre, the Can Pons patisserie is famous for its handmade ensaïmadas.
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Es Mercadal sits at the geographic centre of Menorca, at the foot of Monte Toro, the island's highest point. Its municipality is one of the most varied: it combines the whitewashed inland town with the fishing village of Fornells and some of the most spectacular wild beaches on the north coast.
This map gathers the essentials of the municipality —what to see, where to eat and the best beaches— to plan your visit. From the centre of Es Mercadal you can drive up Monte Toro in a few minutes; the north coast (Cala Pregonda, Binimel·là, Cavalleria) is a short trip towards the sea.
Tip: go up Monte Toro on a clear day to see the whole of Menorca from coast to coast, and book a table in Fornells if you want to try the lobster stew (caldereta de langosta). Many north-coast coves are reached on foot: bring water and comfortable shoes.
Full list
Es Mercadal
The whitewashed town at the geographic centre of Menorca, at the foot of Monte Toro. Limewashed streets, a market and the ideal base for exploring the island's north.
👁 What to see🍽 EatDirections →Església de Sant Martí
The 18th-century parish church presiding over the old town of Es Mercadal, with a sober Menorcan façade.
👁 What to seeDirections →Monte Toro (El Toro)
The highest point in Menorca (358 m). At the top, the sanctuary of Mare de Déu del Toro and a 360º panorama over the whole island. A must on clear days.
👁 What to seeDirections →Pastisseria Can Pons
A historic Es Mercadal patisserie, famous for its handmade ensaïmadas, carquinyols and amargos. A must-stop sweet spot in the town centre.
🍽 EatDirections →Can Pons’ handmade ensaïmadas →Fornells
A whitewashed fishing village at the mouth of a long bay. Famous for its lobster stew (caldereta de langosta) and as a paradise for sailing, kayaking and windsurfing.
🍽 Eat⚓ Harbour & seaDirections →Torre de Fornells
18th-century British defensive tower at the bay mouth, now home to a small museum and the best views of Fornells and the coast.
👁 What to see⚓ Harbour & seaDirections →Cala Tirant
A wide golden-sand beach next to Fornells, backed by a protected wetland. Good waves for beginner surfers on northerly days.
🏖 Beaches & covesDirections →Binimel·là
A semi-wild reddish-sand beach with road access and turquoise water. The usual starting point to walk to Cala Pregonda.
🏖 Beaches & covesDirections →Cala Pregonda
One of Menorca's icons: reddish sand and volcanic islets just offshore. Accessible only on foot from Binimel·là (25-30 min along the coastal path).
🏖 Beaches & covesDirections →Platja de Cavalleria
A crystal-clear bay surrounded by dunes and pine woods, beneath the Cap de Cavalleria headland. One of the great beaches of the north.
🏖 Beaches & covesDirections →Faro de Cavalleria
The lighthouse on Cap de Cavalleria, the northernmost point of Menorca. Cliffs, a visitor centre and one of the island's finest sunsets.
👁 What to seeDirections →Arenal d'en Castell
A large horseshoe-shaped beach with fine sand and shallow water. Very family-friendly, with full services and a seafront promenade.
🏖 Beaches & covesDirections →Son Parc
A resort beside Son Saura del Nord beach, with dunes and pine woods. Home to Menorca's only golf course.
🏖 Beaches & covesDirections →
Sources & references
- OpenStreetMap — coordinates of the points of interest (ODbL)
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