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The joint resort of Cala en Bosch and Son Xoriguer is located on the South West tip of the island. Aproximately 45-50 mins., from the Airport. With views over to neighbouring Majorca and just 10km south of the beautiful old city of Ciutadella, which is reachable via a regular bus service. Also known by all these names: Cala D'en Bosch, Cala n Bosch or Cala en Bosc.

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Overview

A livelier resort ( by Menorca standards ) south of Ciutadella the hub of which is centred around the yacht Marina. There is a wide variety of Bars and Restaurants surrounding the Marina and is a great spot to watch the boats slowly come and go at their own leisurely pace. Wander through the small selection of shops and local stalls in the evening, having enjoyed the sandy beach during the day, maybe even a day trip on the glass bottom boat, or visit Ciutadella just 15-20 minutes away. Note there is a late bus 00:15 back from Ciutadella so you can enjoy a long evening there.

Built in the 1980s, Cala en Bosch / Son Xoriguer is one of a handful of resorts on the island purpose built for tourism. As such it contains more attractions than other resorts making it livelier than most. As such it also has the highest concentration of Hotels and Aparthotels on the island.

Facilities

Beach

Cala en Bosch and Son Xoriguer each have their own beach. Cala en Bosch beach is next to the Marina and around the headland is the large crescent beach of Son Xoriguer.

Being a purpose built holiday resort it contains all you need from a holiday resort while still retaining charm because of the popular Marina area. Neighbouring Son Xoriguer has perhaps become too dominated by hotels while Cala en Bosch ( Cap D' Artrutx ) still offers private villa accommodation away from the "buzz"/ noise giving you the best of both worlds.

Menorca Holiday Tips

It is quite common for the prices of the childrens entertainment to seem quite high at first sight, but often the charge is for a day ticket or a large number of hours, so you can always return later in the evening before or after a drink/meal or snack at the Marina. Make sure you get a stamp to allow them back in later.

Commercial

As a larger resort there are several mini zones where you will find shops offering summer clothing and foot wear, souvenirs. At the villa area Cap D'artrutx there is an area catering for the mainly villas accommodation there with cycle hire, supermarkets, Bar Restaurants and Titanic a small scale childrens play park with catering. Around the Marina is a wide assortment of establishments ( to right of Marina bridge,western entrance to beach and northern side of Marina )

Getting About

There is a regular bus run by TORRES ( No. 65 ) with stops around Cala en Bosch and Son Xoriguer to Ciutadella. Single is around 1.50 Eur. Can also get to Cala Blanca beach just up the road (10mns ) if you fancy a change of beach scene or the wind is coming from the south/ sea rough at Cala en Bosch ( Cala Blanca should be more sheltered in its westerly facing long inlet )

Ciutadella, Sa Caleta,Cala'n Bosch,Son Xoriguer:
Daily: 7:00, 8:00, 8:45*, 9:00, 9:15*, 9:30, 9:45*: 10:00, 10:30 10:45, 11:00*, 11:30,12:00, 12:15*, 12:30, 12:45*, 13:00, 13:15*, 13:30, 13:45*, 14:15, 14:30*, 15:00*, 15:30, 16:00*, 16:30, 17:00*, 17:30, 18:15, 19:00, 19:45,  20:45, 21:30*, 22:30, 24:15* * Except Sundays:

Bus, Taxi and Hire Car >> Detailed getting about infos.

Menorca Holiday Tip

Mahon will mostly be written on timetables, signposts as Maó it's correct local name. Also posted in the local paper Ultima Hora Menorca towards the back pages are most of the islands bus timetables. You will nearly always find a copy of this in a spanish cafe bar ( any day in season will do ) - make notes don't take paper as its there for all to read. If you are staying longer than a week take a trip on this good network and see some of the other resorts/towns first hand.

Daytime Entertainment

The 'Goody Goody Park' on the corner of the Marina has a good selection of indoor amusement halls, bouncy castles, small pool with waterslides, ball pits, bowling, crazy golf, bumper cars, and trampolines and all things to brighten the eyes of children and to keep them amused. Parents can enjoy a drink in the patio areas and have an eye open on them, but still "relax".

Around the marina there is an assortment of indoor and outdoor amusements for small and the not so small.

Cycling

The whole area is totally flat so there is all manner of pedal driven two and four wheeler, single seater, multi seater cycles for hire dotted around the commercial centres for hire. There is a 10km cycle route to Ciutadella where you can also visit other beaches on this strip of the western coast to cool off.

Boat Trips to Virgin Beaches

From the marina there is a selection of boat trips to see the island from the sea and to visit some of those picture postcard beaches you can see above and read about here.

Cala en Bosch Harbour Boat Excursions

Menorca Holiday Tips

These trips take in more bays as they as much closer than the Ciutadella port boats so bus it or drive here if you want to see more.

Subject to weather there are 2 glass bottom boats making trips taking in the southern coast line and bays with it's virgin beaches upto Trebaluger/Cala Escorxada. Usually with swimming stops and an extended stay ( circa 1hr 30mins ) at one of the bays ( Son Saura or Cala 'n Turqueta ) on route.  Trips circa 3.5 hours. First trip mornings is:10-13:30, second trip afternoons is: 14-17:30 note p.m itinery may be different.

Departures from Cala en Bosch marina. Both boat companies ( Amigos and Don Pancho ) travel the same route at roughly the same time for safety reasons-so pick the boat/itinery you like the best!

They might also offer a sunset trip up towards Ciutadella/ Pont den Gill as the sun sets behind Majorca.

See local Information boards at Marina for current itineries, times and prices as they change

Amigos ( www.holidaylines-menorca.com for videos and information)

example prices Adults (12+) 12&e ,Children (4-12) 6&e, Under 4 are Free

>> Virgin Beaches guide

Menorca Holiday Tip

Playa Son Saura can even be reached on foot ( 1 hr - 1 hr 30min ) from a path starting from the eastern end of Son Xoriguer beach.

Alternatively a little more personal is motor boat coast trekking - from Surf Sail Menorca.

Diving

Blue water Scuba located in the commercial centre at Cap D'artrutx offer dives from the shoreline ( boat dives on request ) , free pool based try dives and equipment hire www.bluewaterscuba.co.uk

Riding

Small riding centre at Son Olivar Nou ( just outside resort on main road to Ciuitadella on right hand side )

Watersports

Cala en Bosch beach is just a few minutes walk from the Marina with all its facilities. On the beach you can hire pedaloes or just enjoy snorkelling in the bay.

At nearby Son Xoriguer you can waterski ( peak season only ) ,windsurf ( tuition available ), sail on a Hobie Cat/Dingy or simply get wet on banana boat rides. Surf Sail Menorca provide hire and tuition. Also Kayak hire.

Water Park and Karting - Aquarock Cala en Bosch

Is a good clean collection of water fun and Go Karting. Staff are vigilant and the facilities clean and modern. On site Cafeteria. The waterpark is open daily from 10:30 until 18:00 children under two are free. The Karting track is next door open daily from 10:30 until 22:30 See web site for current opening times and prices. Bus no. 65 from Ciutadella. Open from May - October.

www.aquarockmenorca.com

Menorca Holiday Tips

After 15:30 the water park entrance price is halved but closes at 18:00. Afterwards you can visit the nearby marina with its other small childrens attractions (Goody fun park ) with relaxation areas for mums and dads, have something to eat or just watch the world go by. Of the two waterparks this is perhaps the better one to visit.

Water chutes

Wave pool

Relax Pools

Main Pool

Outdoor Jacuzzi

Wave Pool

Slides and Chutes

Large Relaxing Pool

Spa & Wellness centre at the five star La Quinta Hotel in Son Xoriguer.

Nightime Entertainment

As with most resorts in Menorca, evening entertainment here is generally to be found in the resort Bars but nothing that would ever compare to the neon jungle of the popular resorts along the south coast of Majorca. Mahon and Ciutadella however offer something for everyone, but with none of the "binge drink clubbing" to be found on Ibizia and Majorca. Menorca is NOT Majorca but that is why many people come here!

The Bars and Restaurants around the marina come alive at night providing a choice of entertainment for all ages and tastes. In high season you can find a wide range street artists and small street traders offering their handicrafts and jewellry. The childrens play parks stay open late so mums and dads can also have some time to themselves.

Bars & Restaurants

Bars

At Cap D'artrutx there is a small commercial centre with some bars catering to the villas there. The rest are all around the marina so it just makes sense to stroll a slow circuit and then decide which one is 'your scene'. There are enough that you will find something to your liking. Also head to Ciutadella early evening.

Restaurants

The resort caters for a wide range of tastes and price ranges.

El Plato (good value/quality and very family friendly ), Cafe Balear

Near By...

Ciutadella

An taste of former elegant times with fine old spanish palaces, moorish influences, a wonderful old centre and a charming little harbour. Ciutadella was the original capital of the island lying at the western edge of the island looking out to its bigger neighbour Mallorca. A superb contrast to the beach and holiday resort. Great atmosphere and shopping and a place to wander the pedestrianised old city and its many narrow streets with hidden shops and Cafe treats. Also competes with Mahon for the title of the best music bars and venues on the island. The scene for the spectacular Sant Joan festival in June, when stunning native black horses parade through the streets and the brave try to "touch the horses' heart" as it rears in front of them.

Ciutadella

Cathedral

Ses Voltes - Old Town

Fiesta Sant Joan

Harbour in Spring

Placa des Born

Typical Cuitadella

Calle del cal Bisbe

Near By...

Cala Morells

A small quiet fishing village resort on the north west coast set in dramatic rocky coastlines. Best known for the extensive man made (Bronze and Iron ages) cave dwellings nearby that give a real sense of cave "living" ( though many caves were also for burial ). Some are sophisticated with central roof columns and 'windows'. Some are obviously younger and larger, cut with more advanced metal tools, but the smaller older ones gives a view into another world. A good place to combine with a visit to the beautiful virgin beach of Algaiarens and walks through the very attractive valleys of Vall de Algaiarens.

By Bus from Ciutadella ( Placa dels Pins ) Torres Line 60 circa 15 mins 1.75 Euro single ( 2010 )

Ciutadella-Cala Morell 11:30 , 15:15 , 19:30

Cala Morell-Ciutadella 11:45, 15:30,19:45

TIP bring a torch to see the really special ones

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Private Villas and Apartments in Cap D'Artrutx : Cala en Bosch, Menorca ( Minorca )

CalanBosch2 ( pid 10 ) Bedrooms: 3 Sleeps max: 7 Bathrooms: 2 One of several modern, attractive single storey villas situated just 1400m from the Marina at Cala en Bosc aka Calan Bosch and 400m from a choice of restaurants and a mini market and children's play area. Availability Details

CalanBosch1 ( pid 11 ) Bedrooms: 3 Sleeps max: 7 Bathrooms: 2 One of several modern, attractive single storey villas situated just 1400m from the Marina at Cala en Bosc aka Calan Bosch and 400m from a choice of restaurants, mini market and children play facilities. Availability Details

CalanBosch4 ( pid 44 ) Bedrooms: 3 Sleeps max: 7 Bathrooms: 2 One of several attractive single storey villa situated next to each other making them suitable for larger family groups. Availability Details

CalanBosch3 ( pid 43 ) Bedrooms: 3 Sleeps max: 7 Bathrooms: 2 One of several attractive single storey villas situated next to each other making them suitable for larger family groups. Availability Details

CalanBosch6 ( pid 192 ) Bedrooms: 3 Sleeps max: 7 Bathrooms: 2 One of several attractive single storey villa situated next to each other making them suitable for larger family groups. Located just 1450m from the Marina and 450m from a choice of restaurants and a mini market and children's play area... Availability Details

CalanBosch7 ( pid 191 ) Bedrooms: 3 Sleeps max: 7 Bathrooms: 2 One of several attractive single storey villa situated next to each other making them suitable for larger family groups. Located just 1450m from the Marina and 450m from a choice of restaurants and a mini market and children's play area... Availability Details

Villa Jaune ( pid 94 ) Bedrooms: 3 Sleeps max: 6 Bathrooms: 2 Saturday changeovers. Fully Air conditioned, located 1500m from the marina. 3 Bedrooms and two bathrooms. Large private garden and private pool. Availability Details

CalanBosch5 ( pid 193 ) Bedrooms: 3 Sleeps max: 7 Bathrooms: 2 One of several attractive villas situated close to each other making them suitable for larger family groups. Located just 1450m from the Marina and 450m from a choice of restaurants and a mini market and children's play area... Availability Details

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