Things to see and do Minorca

At 94 meters above sea level, the white Cap de Cavalleria lighthouse was erected in 1857 to protect boats navigating these dangerous waters. It houses an interpretation center open to visitors in season, where you can learn more about the geology, biodiversity and history of the various lighthouses built on the Menorcan coast. In summer, it's also a great place to watch the sunset.

Archduke Ludwig Salvator of Austria referred to it in his Die Balearem as Menorca's most beautiful residence. The palace is a refined example of neoclassical Menorcan civil architecture. From the grand staircase that welcomes you to the sumptuously decorated rooms, the noble residence is brimming with antique furniture and priceless works of art. During your visit, you'll also have access to the rooftop terrace with its breathtaking views over the square.

The water in this rocky cove is so blue and transparent you'd think you were in a swimming pool. Perfect for a splash! Despite the absence of sand, the beauty of the site is undeniable. Staircases and stone terraces have been laid out all around to spread out your towel or take a jump off the cliff (your choice!). Although very busy in season, the cala en Brut is well worth a detour for its breathtaking hues. If you're lucky, you'll find a parking space opposite.

The Llabrés pharmacy is a jewel of modernism. This historic building, founded in 1842 by the Llabrés family and located on one of the town's most emblematic streets, served as a pharmacy until 1985. Many years later, and after a painstaking rehabilitation process, the premises are now used for the activities of the Menorca Foundation for the Disabled, while remaining open to the public and tourists, so that they can enjoy one of the few remaining witnesses to Modernism in Menorca.

A 2,500-metre-long natural grotto featuring astonishing geological formations (including 100-metre-long stalactites and stalagmites!) and a natural lake. The site was opened to visitors in 2021, following extensive restoration work. Remains found in the cave indicate that it was exploited as early as prehistoric times, among other things as a burial site. Pottery dating back to Roman and medieval times has also been found. Guided tours in French allow you to discover this natural heritage shaped by time.

If you decide to head for the famous Cala Macarella, chances are you'll come across the Torralba vineyards along the way. Perhaps the youngest estate on the island, Torralba has been cultivating a characterful wine for just a few years now, and the future looks bright. For the moment, you can taste two products: a full-bodied red and a light, more mineral rosé. Guided tours are also available to learn more about the secrets of winemaking.

Are you passing through Ferreries and don't know which door to knock on to organize your visit to the town and its surroundings? Head for rue de Mallorca! This is where you'll find the town's tourist office. You'll be welcomed with open arms and given a wealth of first-hand information to help you have a good time here: visits, museums, nature, restaurants, events... The office also has a branch in Cala Galdana.

Grahame Pearce is THE brewer on Menorca. Winner of the Best Beer Award in 2022, Grahame Pearce's six varieties of beer have been produced for a decade in Sant Climent's vats, making the brand the island's oldest in the category! The brewmasters here specialize in award-winning bottom-fermented beers, but don't hesitate to experiment with ingredients found in the Menorcan countryside to flavor their beers!

A fine example of Minorcan civil Baroque, the Can Saura manor house was built between the late ^17th and ^18th centuries. Today, it houses the collections of the Cuitadella Municipal Museum. The permanent exhibition unfolds its treasures over two floors and fifteen rooms, featuring interesting archaeological remains and ethnographic objects tracing the town's history. A section is also devoted to the Midsummer Festivities.

Soraya Bosch and her family passionately run this cheese factory/grocery store, which is highly recommended for the quality local products on offer (spices, oils, jams, honey, cookies, embroidered fabrics), as well as for the incredible cheese and wine tasting sessions on offer! It's also possible to combine the tasting with a guided tour of the stables and production facilities, but that's not all: at Sa Roqueta, you can also take part in cheese-making workshops! A great address.

The La Reserva La Concepció salt marshes are a nature reserve populated by a wealth of plants (saltwort, socarrell and sea rush) and birds (a safe wintering area for herons, flamingos, great cormorants and various duck species). The estate was also used as a salt works from 1853 to 1984. In 2018, the estate was reopened, producing high-quality salt. A salty place to visit!

Heading south from Ciutadella, on the left you'll find the road leading to the Binitord winery. Launched by Bernadette, Joan, Toni and Sisca in 2002, the winery produced its first bottles in 2007. Since then, business has been brisk while maintaining a calm and balanced rhythm. If you'd like to find out more about this vineyard and its philosophy, one-hour guided tours are available. You'll learn how to care for the vines and how the wine is produced, before finishing with a tasting of two wines.

This astronomy tourism agency has only one ambition: to put stars in your eyes! Polaris organizes a whole range of activities to immerse you in the Milky Way, which is particularly visible from the island. In addition to astronomy courses and nocturnal mini-treks, the agency offers guided excursions to learn more about the starry vault and recognize its celestial bodies. With the help of state-of-the-art telescopes and the naked eye, you can identify constellations, stars, nebulae and galaxies...