Travel Guide Minorca
Within the Balearic archipelago - autonomous community ofSpain - visit Menorca. The "natural" island invites you to take your time and enjoy the landscape. With 216 km of coastline alternating cliffs, coves among the pines and beaches of golden sand, you have varied views of the beautiful blue and the opportunity to practice swimming, sailing, diving, canoeing ... Your travel guide will not be too much to help you in your choices. Here, there are fewer big tourist complexes than in Majorca. Declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1993, the island remains a haven of peace where you can meditate and recharge your batteries. When you are well rested and have enjoyed the sea, you can go hiking or cycling. The natural park of s'Albufera d'Es Grau is an enchantment. You will also enjoy visiting the old town of Ciutadella, the prehistoric remains of the Naveta dels Tudons or the small fishing villages. You will have to follow the circuit of religious buildings and museums, to see the moving Medical-Biological Collection of the Hospital of the Illa del Rei (King's Island), in the port of Maó, and the Municipal Museum of History and Archaeology of Ciutadella or the Museum of Menorca and its archaeological collections in the old convent of the Franciscans of Maó. In the former military barracks ofEs Mercadal, you will discover the Menorca Handicraft Center and the local know-how. And then there is the gourmet itinerary divided into four sections: the Wine Route, the Cheese Route, the Traditional Recipes Route and the Sea Gastronomy Route. Excellent menu! Follow the Menorca guide to discover this unforgettable destination.
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The tourist seasons(temporadas) are divided as follows: temporada baja, low season, from mid-October to May, during which many hotels and restaurants are closed; temporada media, medium season, from mid-May to the end of June and in September; temporada alta, high season, in July and August, and during Semana Santa, temporada extra, very high season from July 15 to August 15, it is the most expensive period, obviously. Between October and March, most of the hotels and restaurants of the seaside resorts are closed. What remains is the authenticity of the small ports and villages and the small towns in the interior to visit. According to your favourite guide, the best time to visit Menorca is in June or September, when the summer crowds are absent and the climate is particularly pleasant. From 15 July until the end of August, prices soar and the crowds are at their peak. Beware, in Menorca, on the occasion of the Sant Joan festivities (23 June), most establishments are fully booked. Make sure you plan ahead for a stay during this period. You can also have an appointment, throughout the year, with the most beautiful day of your life on this island. Some service providers offer to organize your wedding on the island while enjoying a dream setting!
Weather at the moment
Mild in winter, hot in summer, the climate of the Balearic Islands, and therefore of Menorca, is typically Mediterranean. The average temperature is 18°C and generally varies between 10°C in winter and 25°C in summer. With an average of 300 days of sunshine per year, its climate is suitable for stays in all seasons. Winter in the Balearic Islands seems delightfully mild: the average temperature does not fall below 12°C.
The currency in force in the Balearic Islands is the euro. All credit cards work. Checks are rarely accepted. Visitors over the age of 14 must pay a small "sustainable tourism tax". On average, 2 € per day. If life is cheaper in Spain than in France, in the Balearic Islands this is not always the case. In July and August, hotel prices soar. And there is a strong disparity according to the zones. But in Minorca less than in Majorca.
Spain being in the European Community, a valid identity card is sufficient to stay in the Balearic Islands. However, you should bring a passport if you want to travel from the Balearic Islands to Morocco. Don't forget your driving license for car and motorcycle rentals.
No malaria or dengue fever in the Balearic Islands. But there are mosquitoes, so be sure to bring your own protection. On the beach, protect yourself from the sun during the hottest hours. When hiking, bring water, a hat and good shoes. Ask for the European Health Insurance Card from your health insurance company at least 15 days before your departure.
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How to go to Minorca? Our advice & tips
Like Majorca, Menorca is a destination widely offered in organized travel. If you are not afraid of the community it is an ideal and advantageous solution. No worries, the beach every day and excursions organized for you. The hotel services are of high quality and you always have the possibility to isolate yourself from time to time. In addition to beach trips, some specialized professionals offer elitist stays to discover the biodiversity or sports trips.
Discover our selection of travel agencies for this destinationThere is no reason to organize your stay on the island of Menorca on your own. And if you rent a car, you can go in search of a remote accommodation or a small lost restaurant and get away from the most touristic sites while having the possibility of connecting the major points of interest by avoiding the crowded hours.
The maximum distance between two points is 47 km, between Ciutadella and Maó. If you don't want to miss anything and want to explore the island at your own pace, the best option is to rent a car. The formula is well established in Menorca and the road network is of high quality. You can also rent a motorized two-wheeler, which is sufficient for the short distances you will have to cover. Finally, for the sporty ones, cycling is a very possible solution.
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