Paradise is in this cove in the south of Menorca
Paradise is in this cove south of Minorca . 105 meters long and 75 meters wide. That is the size of the most beautiful cove in Menorca . A small beach in the south of the island that for many is a true paradise on earth. a special corner between pine forests, white sand and turquoise and transparent water . An authentic postcard for the eyes and for the five senses. It is to arrive and… Fa un estar d'angels.
This cove, whose hashtag #calamacarella accumulates more than 10,000 publications to date, it is the one that plants the most towels in the area as it is a few kilometers from Ciutadella. A picture is worth a thousand words.
Paradise is in this cove in the south of Menorca
No need to explain why one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe , and the world if necessary, and of course, the island and Spain. Its high limestone cliffs gathering the beach, its landscape so typical of the southern part of the island, its white sand, its wild aspect …
Aerial view of Cala Macarelleta (on the left) and Cala Macarella (right)
And above all, its turquoise Mediterranean water that does not need nor VSCO's C1 filter make conform the perfect island postcard . Any description falls short. The best thing is to pick up the carrycot soon and enjoy Cala Macarella in all its splendor. and with your own eyes.
It is the best representation of what a southern beach is, the antithesis of the reddish sand of the north and the harsh landscape of the north coast of Menorca . Even though the locals try to avoid it in the summer season , looking for other less beautiful but quieter options Cala Macarella is the pretty girl at school , and it is almost impossible to resist visiting it at least once every summer.
HOW TO GET
It depends on the place of departure and the way we want to reach land in sight. The most impressive is walking among the pines from Cala Galdana , walking through one of the stages of Camí de Cavalls , which covers the entire island.
45 minutes in which we will go from the crowded -and built- but beautiful Cala Galdana to the virgin of Cala Macarella… The contrast is worth it . And the views that we appreciate among the pines of the Mediterranean forest, too.
This path -the Cavalls-, cared for thanks to the British, is a marvel for the eyes. The turquoise of the water will greet us when we arrive down the last wooden steps.
Arriving at the paradise of Cala Macarella
Another option is to arrive from Citadel by car, taking the exit to the southern beaches by Sant Joan de Massa . we passed They are Saura from the south and we take the detour to the parking lot. Although, beware, **starting this summer, it will only be possible to go to this corner of paradise on the buses that leave from Ciutadella**. You have to sign the schedules. It is a pilot measure to preserve the beauty of this cove, sometimes too crowded. From Mahón, by car, it is about 45 kilometres.
Outside the summer season, there are two car parks: one 5 minutes away - where you have to pay - and another 15 minutes away. It is worth parking a little further and making a pilgrimage between the pines and the sand until you reach this stunning beach.
You can also arrive by boat and hallucinate with the entrance to the two coves (Macarella and Macarelleta)
TO DO
Many choose to take shelter on the shore, in any piece of sand that is free to enjoy the beauty of this cove in the front row towel . There are those who decide to take a pair of diving goggles and look for minnows or, simply, marvel at the transparency of its waters while you cool off. Possibly, You won't see more turquoise water on the entire island.
It can also be scaled to one of the caves in the rock and set up the stall. It is only suitable for the brave. There are those who choose to look for the caves that are in the water . There is diving and adventure for all tastes.
What to do in Cala Macarella? swim, enjoy, enjoy
If by chance mother nature decides to fill with algae or borns -jellyfish!- Cala Macarella, no problem. Not all coves have a little sister... In this case it is Cala Macarelleta , the loneliest corner of this area of the coast.
The path along the cliff, for views of the beach, is a must for anyone who likes photography. Indeed, the photo of turn to show off Menorcan stay is here. After clicking, we arrive at this small refuge after 15 minutes of walking. Cala Macarelleta, refuge for those who want to feel free, because it is nude beach.
for the bravest There is the possibility of swimming from Cala Macarella to Macarelleta, avoiding the cliff that separates both sisters so that they do not fight in beauty. But it is only suitable for good swimmers.
View of Macarelleta
TO EAT
The most reliable option is to bring the sandwich – sobrassada or Mahón cheese - in the wicker basket, because there is only a small beach bar in the shade . To shelter and cool off from Lorenzo it is not bad, and also for a quick snack.
Although taking advantage of the fact that we are where we are, there are several options. Going back to Ciutadella -and enjoying its market or the Balearic Coffee -, that of escaping to any of the most touristic restaurants in Cala Galdana , or the best: to escape to Ferries.
In the summer time you have to fight for the front row towel in Macarella
This charming town between mountains, is the most picturesque town near Cala Macarella . And a good stop to buy their famous sandals before or after eating... Or any other shoe, because many footwear firms have their factories here.
A gastronomic recommendation? Go to ** Hort San Patrici ,** a noble country house where you can buy cheese and wine from Menorca and enjoy its market cuisine… Of course, shake off before entering, the sand of the beach.
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A good cheese and wine from Menorca to finish off a unique experience