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Photo tour of S'Algar
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is located in the south east corner of the island. Approximately 20-25 mins., from the Airport Use the Interactive Maps below to take a tour from your PC.
S'Algar was one of the first purpose built tourist resorts in Menorca and features two hotels, four low height apartment complexes mixed in with lots of private villas. All this is neatly landscaped with palm trees and garden areas in a neatly layed out road system . The resort focuses on quiet relaxing holidays with a sporting element so has no real emphasis on Nightclubs or Bars though a handful are available. Most entertainments are in the Hotels or Apartment complexes.
S'Algar is unusual in that it and has no beach but provides some attractive sunbathing platforms and access to the sea for swimming- see photos below. There is a pretty beach at Cala Alcaufar 15-25 minutes walk ( five minute drive) south and an excellent large beach at Punta Prima ( courtesy buses run to Punta Prima from the Las Palmeras apartments and the two hotels )
S'Algar is a haven for watersport enthusiasts. Club S'Algar Diving, provides water skiing, windsurfing and jet skiing. Divers can be hired too to help you explore the underwater caves and coral reefs along this favourite part of the coastline for divers
Given the extent of the private villas most shopping, entertainment and amenities are provided in the 2 hotels & apartment complexes where guests are unlikely to have a car. These are also available to non -residents. There are supermarkets, restaurants, bars and a disco.
An ideal resort for couples or families looking for a fairly sporty holiday. trips out in their fast rib boats and parascending.
Besides these small resort supermarkets many more shops can to be found in the nearby town of Sant Lluis (via Bus ) and just a little further Mahon-the capital.
There are two restaurants in the squares of S'Algar village , offering a variety of menus and children's menus plus a Pizza restaurant ( wood-fired) at the Las Palmeras apartments complex. There are also restaurants at the other S'Algar Hotel which are available to non-residents.
There is a small supermarket in the village square and another small shop stocking essentials at the Las Palmeras apartments.
During the season there is evening entertainment every day except Sundays at the San Luis Hotel , starting with a children's mini-disco, again available to all.
There are walks along the coastline, many miles of attractive Camis ( single track country roads ) plus a number of pre-historic and historical sites all within 10km . The idylic and very attractive villages of S'Ullastrar, Trebaluger and Torret are also close by hiding some of the islands' most highly regarded restaurants. Seeking a virgin beach? The closest (Cala de Biniparratx) is along the southern coast just after Cap d'en Font - at the end of an attractive limestone gorge.
Beside the many watersports opportunities also on offer at the sports club near the San Luis Hotel are tennis courts, bowls and football. There is also a bar on site.
There is an active bowls club, with a large artificial green which welcome visitors to play ( woods can be rented ) www.menorcabowls.com
S'Algar Diving located at the waters edge offer a wide choice: All varieties of activities under the water and on and above the water with fast boats, parascending and jetskis. This part of the coast offers some excellent diving areas including Menorcas renowned spectacular underwater caves. The watersports centre is located at S'Algar Diving. Some of the caves reach back quite a way inland!
>> Walking and Cycling on Menorca
The locals area is criss crossed with "Camis" ( original rustic bridleways ) ideal for cycling in scenic countryside. These countryside single track roads offer several trekking excursions or bike rides. With some beautiful villages nearby to explore. ( Trebaluger,Torret,S'Ullastrar ). You can walk the Cami de Cavall ( old costal pathway ) either north towards Es Castell or south to Punta Prima passing the old coastal watchtowers long the way. Take the Cami de Cavall ( over the mini viaduct behind the beach ) south where you will arrive 20min.s max at the picturesque inlet with Watchtower-take your swim things for the inviting inlet there!
The countryside around S'Algar is ideal for people who enjoy walking and exploring, a favourite of ours being the walk down the densely wooded path through the gorge to the tiny beach at Cala Rafalet - take your snorkelling gear! Just north of S'Algar is a very pretty ravine for trekkers, Cala des Rafalet with a rewarding sea dip at the end.
Also there is a booklet of walks available to buy from the Hotel S' Algar.
There is large Hypermarket in nearby Sant Lluis and a smaller very popular supermarket Sa Botega at S'Ullastrar, on the way to Sant Lluis.
For Self caterers, visit the large Eroski supermarket at the Poligno outside Sant Lluis on the road towards Mahon. The independent Cafe Bar has not only an excellent value and tasty Menu del Dias/Buffet (witness many locals at the tables! ) but you can take it away too!
S'Albufera Parc Natural - is a wonderful place for an early morning or evening walk (avoiding the summer heat) . Footpaths lead, through pleasant lakelandscapes and woodlands to the sand dunes behind the beautiful beach at Es Grau. Walk on further to the fishing village of Es Grau to enjoy beachside sunsets at the waterside Cafe Bars.
If you enjoy karting then you will find a track by the old aerodrome just outside Sant Lluis, on the Mahon - Sant Lluis road ( turn in at the Hippodrome.) There are karts for young children as well as double karts( two passengers side by side )
Just outside nearby Sant Lluis is a trotting track (Hippodrome)- Simple surroundings, but provides a relaxing diversion to the beach.
A village straight out of the picture books. Torret oozes traditional menorcan architecture, with lots of bougainvillea draped over the old white washed houses. Best to leave the car at the entrance roads and just wander respectfully or as part of a cycle tour. Home to highly regarded restaurants for food lovers (Sa Pedrera des Pujol, Sa Parereta d'en Doro, Pan y Vino ). From behind the unmissable watchtower you can wander down to the coast at Torret de Baix.
If you are mobile, this little village ( 2km from west Mahon ) is a stop off point along attractive, stone walled country lanes to and from the coast. A residential village, many of the former farmhouses have been turned into homes and holiday homes. A little supermarket, plus two tiny atmospheric (open evenings only) restaurants. Es Nit in 300 year old farmhouse (international) and Sa Vinya (Menorcan) . A third larger restaurant, Halliseys has recently opened up here relocating fom the Son Parc Golf Club. All offer a very different experience to any beach resort restaurants for something more special. There are walks into the nearby attractive countryside.
Open Air history: Trepuco is a pre-historic settlement between Mahon and Sant Lluis ( also via pretty country roads from Es Castell ). Has the island's tallest Taula ( circa 4m high!)
Cami de Gracia, Trepuco, Between Mahon and Sant Lluis. Open Tues. to Sat. 1000-1315 hrs. and 1800-2000 hrs., Sun. 0930-1500 hrs., Mon. no information service. Entrance 1.80 euros, Sun. free.
Open Air history: Talti de Dalt is a pre-historic settlement between Mahon and Sant Lluis ( also via pretty roads from Es Castell ) . Has the islands tallest Taula ( circa 4m high!)
Cami de Gràcia, Trepucò, Between Mahon and Sant Lluis. Open Tues. to Sat. 1000-1315 hrs. and 1800-2000 hrs., Sun. 0930-1500 hrs., Mon. no information service. Entrance 1.80 euros, Sun. free.
There are regular bus services to Mahon ,S'Algar and Sant Lluis with onward connections to all other parts of the island. There is also a courtesy service to/from S'Algar for a greater Restaurant/Bar choice and entertainments based at the hotels there.
Is a mostly residential town with a good mix of little shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. Its most well known sights are Moli de Dalt the island's only functioning windmill (open am for visits) and "La Rueda" a popular Tapas Bar & Restauant. In pretty neighbouring S'Uestra and Torret there are some excellent high class restaurants. Mahons trotting and karting track are also near by.
TIP Visit the large Euroski SYP Supermarket here at the Poligno ( commercial area) for a good food selection (english / german food items stocked) and keen prices. The Supermarket's (independent ) Cafeteria Bar offers a great menu del Dia/take away hot food in air conditioned surroundings.
Es Castell - is a delightful harbour town with a great mix of little shops, cafes, bars, Restaurants and clubs to suit all tastes, price ranges and styles. Not just the extensive harbour areas but also in the many side streets. In the main Cala Fons harbour the old fishermans caves have been adapted by various Bars and Restaurants. Es Castell is a very popular eating place for lunchtime Menu del Dias and a great place to while away the summer evenings.
Mahon has a great mediterranean charm around the centre and harbour. Busy pavement Cafes and Bars, superb fruit and fish markets and all enclosed in a maze of narrow streets with architecture and many reminders of its Georgian past. In addition to the traditional the town offers a myriad of stylish shops and bars. Along the whole length of the harbour quayside (Moll de Llevant) there is an electic collection of Cafes, Bars and Restaurants for all pockets and styles. A spectacular setting above the huge natural harbour with ships and boats of every shape and sizes.
Island history: Fort Malborough is an unusual 7 sided defence fort located in Cala de Sant Esteve on the south east edge of the island. An early 18th century fort built by the British and named after Sir John Churchhill - Duke of Malborough. The fort has survived many attacks and is now open as a museum and features visual media guides to the islands and europe's history during these times. Guided tours of 1 hour duration in various languages - plus audio guides.
Open Tues. to Sat. 0930-2015 hrs., Sun. and Mon. 0930-1430 hrs. Entrance 3 euros, Sun. free.
Lots of tunnels for the children to delight in.
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