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Arenal D'en Castell's beach will certainly be a focus for you,but there's more.
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A purpose built larger holiday resort, Arenal den castell offers an above average number tourist activities for Menorca's standards.
Attractive hills to wander and explore on foot or MTB
Fornells has a full program of watersports and boat trips. The capital Mahon has a host of attractions and is a bus-ride away
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Water Park - Arenal D'en Castell East Coast
At Marina Parc hotel is also open to the public. Day tickets with all food and drinks included 27 Adult and 23 (under 16s ) Euro (2019) per person with an ID as security for wristband.
Has lazy river, wave pool, splash pools as well as various slides and tubes with sun lounging areas. Cafeteria for drinks and snacks ( burgers, hot dogs, toasties and chips)
Height restrictions may apply on some slides: Check BEFORE entry!
Open daily May - August from 10:30 to 18:30. May close earlier in shoulder season.
There is a childrens playpark (Goody Goody Park - partly undercover) and bar behind the beach at the western end and also at Coves Noves ( shopping square ) at the eastern end. With bouncy castles, mini electric karts, table games and other assorted flashing machines that children love.
For older childre there are plenty of places to hire fun-bikes, mountain bikes ( Coves Noves - shopping square ) even Quad Bikes (when with someone older )
Must Sees
Bay is spectacular and well worth a sundown background at a bar or stroll. Beautiful countryside and coastline dominantes in Arenal den castell - Perhaps a walk or 'Fun-Train' ride to Na Macaret Fisherman's Village with some good little Bars and small beach .
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Fun and Sport on Sea - Activity Ideas
Pedaloes can be hired on the beach along with sea kayaks and SUP boards. More 'serious stuff' ( sailing dingies, catamarans, windsurfers and Jetskis ) at nearby Fornells with its huge natural bay.
Motorboat hire ( hourly or day ) - no license required . Explore the coastline, snorkelling or visit other beaches and bays.
Family Snorkelling
The pristine waters of Menorca are a real holiday memory. They are amazingly clear so even with just a simple snorkel you will see lots, not murky haze. And because the water is in such good condition you'll see lots of fish too. Many, many of the resort beaches have shallow sandy bottoms fringed with rocks, ideal for young snorkellers. Organised trips can make a great family day out with as a Snorkel Safari or stop off as part of a Boat excusrions. There are also marine reserves around Menorca where the marine life is even more abundent.
Diving Diving Intro
With its warm crystal clear waters, many underwater caves and coral-clad rock formations, Menorca is recognized as one of the most spectacular dive sites in the western Mediterranean.
Local Dive Centre
Kayaks Intro
Family Kayaking
A fun family activity, paddle around your resort . Or along Menorca's unspoilt coastline as part of a professional tour
Boat Excursions
Classic Cruises in nearby Port Addaya ( Port Addaia ) offer day trips in traditional Menorcan boat classiccruisesmenorca.com Over in nearby Fornells ( bus ) there is all manner of short, long trips available in fast motor boats, sailboats, Jetskis and Kayaks - see panel in things to see and do.
Riding
No Stables in Resort
Son Parc Golf and Tennis
Son Parc offers the island's only 18 hole golf course set in wooded countryside complete with putting green and (floodlit) driving range. There are also tennis courts available for hire (raquets and balls can be hired at golf shop ) and Bar-Restaurant Es Bruc GOLF with outside terrace overlooking the course . Tee times can be booked in advance as can the tennis courts. Website
Cycle Route Ideas
Like most of Menorca this is more Natural, so don't expect too many cycle lanes. Better to use the off road tracks and marked routes as the little roads that make up much of the country network have lots of blind corners. There are various locations that hire out mountain bikes and electric bikes so you can explore the surrounding countryside which is very attractive and rural
Destination Ideas and route suggestions ( difficulty and terrain )
Mountain Bike Route around Arenal D'en Castell
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Arenal den Castell - Near By (Bus to Alaior and Taxi )
Lloc de Menorca Zoo
Has grown into a delightful place for young and old to get close to an expanding range of native and more exotic ( smaller ) animals in very pleasant surroundings. Features several walk through landscaped enclosures where animals roam free and small children can see easily. Enough to entertain children and adult animal lovers alike.
Open daily from 10:00-20:00
Located on the main road ME-1 9 km from Mahon and 3km from Alaior
Arenal den Castell - Near By ( 2km Fun Train / On Foot )
Na Macaret
Na Macaret is a relaxed fishing village on the coast with terrific views out to the north coast bays and Port Addaia and lots of boats-something for those looking to find authentic Menorca by the sea. A pleasant sandy beach forms the centrepiece of Na Macaret with Bar Restaurant at its rear.
Still active with fisherman and more authentically Menorca the local bars and restaurants ( four around the central plaza ) cater to locals with good value fish dishes. Small mini supermarket.
The 'Arenal-Macaret Express' mini road train pendles to nearby Arenal den Castell/Coves Noves with it's huge beach and greater tourist facilities.
Na Macaret
Arenal den Castell - Near By ( Bus Route 41 )
Es Mercadal
Es Mercadal is a small town in the centre of the island, with rustic whitewashed houses lining pretty narrow streets. Lying at the base to Monte Toro, Menorca's highest 'mountain' (357 m). On top there are viewing areas and a small pleasant cafeteria with small outside terrace. From up here there are excellent views of the whole island - upto the bay at Fornells ,the northern coast and the rolling hills of the island's centre.
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Es Mercadal is also a Gastronomy and Restaurant oasis, with a range from simple to fine dining but the quality in every price range is very good. "Centre Artesanal de Menorca" is located here too and is the crafts center of Menorca showcasing traditional and comtemporary crafts.
Es Mercadal guide
Es Mercadal All Hotels and Holiday accommodation
Arenal den Castell - Near By ( Bus Route 44 )
Alaior
Has a charming old town set on a hill for wandering early mornings or late evenings when the extreme heat of the summer sun has gone. The "third" capital of the island and a cultural centre. The old town is very pretty and makes a great change to the beach, with some delightful Cafes, Bars and Restaurants. A few several clothes and shoe boutiques offering original items not chain store repetition. Childrens playground on the pretty town square (next to ice cream cafes!). Alaior has a weekly market plus an evening market (weds june-sept ) with Artisan goods,jewellery , other handicrafts and small boutiques.
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There is a late night bus to return from Alaior's evening market. Alaior is home to the Pons Quintana shoe factory shop. A brand relatively unknown in the UK because most of its high quality leather shoes are exported to France and Germany. The shop offers reduced prices on beautiful high quality shoes and leather goods.
Alaior guide
Arenal den Castell - Near By ( Bus Route 41 )
Fornells
A watersports and restaurant favourite. The village with it's speciality seafood restaurants is located at the entrance to a huge enclosed natural bay whose protected waters make it perfect for all manner of sail based 'messing about'. More like a large salt water lake, the wind conditions here are great for beginners of anything that floats on water. Very pleasant for lunch time and evening drinks and meals alongside the harbour quay. Lot's of boat excursions and activities are based here. Perfect for a quiet authentic Menorca stay. Mountain Bike Hire. Watersports include Jetski,Waterskiing,Windsurfing, Dinghy,Kayaks and Diving.
Fornells
Hotels and Holiday accommodation in Fornells
Arenal den Castell - Near By ( Bus Route 41 )
Playa den Fornells
Not to be confused with Fornells ( village ) , Playas den Fornells ( Platages de Fornells) is a self contained designer created set of 3 dedicated holiday areas/villages. An impressive and very natural beach ( Cala Tirant ) which is very safe for children with shallow sandy bottoms - Buses to/from Fornells, Son Parc and Arenal D'en Castell. Clean clear warm waters make the area ideal for snorkelling with good local facilities for wind surfing and other water sports. The 'villages' are set in architectural collections on the hill sides overlooking the bay with communal pools and gardens of tropical plants adding to the atmosphere.
Playa D'en Fornells
Arenal den Castell - Near By ( Bus Route 41 )
Mahon ( Mao or Maó )
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 it's 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.
Mahon (Mao) guide
Mahon All Hotels and Holiday accommodation
Arenal den Castell - Near By
S' Albufera Nature Reserve
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.
S'Albufera
Arenal den Castell - Near By ( Bus to Mahon Bus Station , then no. 2 to Es Castell )
Es Castell
Es Castell guide
Es Castell All Hotels and Holiday accommodation
Is a delightful traditional town with a great location. Combining stunning views with a great mix of little shops, cafes, bars and restaurants to suit all tastes, price ranges and styles. In the two harbours many of the old fishermans caves have been adapted by various Bars and Restaurants giving them interesting interiors aswell as great people watching seating outside overlooking the water . A very popular eating place for lunchtime Menu del Dias and a great place to while away the summer evenings.
Arenal den Castell - Near By
Fortalleza de La Mola
Is a very large 19th century fort at the entrance to Mahon harbour. The fortress of Isabel II or 'la Mola' , built between 1850 and 1875 is one of the best examples of military architecture. Built to protect the strategic harbour from the English and French, the fortress was never attacked, therefore it is in relatively good state of preservation.
Menorca Holiday Tip
Even if you are not into history the location is scenically great, and children will love the myriad of underground tunnels/rooms to let our energy( perfectly safe ). Great place to visit after 6p.m to enjoy atmospheric light and watch the evenings sunset over the harbour. There is a little bathing bay just before entrance and you will be see an attractive part of Menorca seldom seen by visitors.
You can get the Water Taxi from Es Castell for a special trip across harbour. ( 12 Eur pp ) you just agree a pick up time.
Opening times: July and August: from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. June to September 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. May and October, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. From November to April, Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. closed Mondays. The approximate duration of the visit is 2 hours. Admission: 7 Euro but children under 12 FREE. Guided tours are available for individuals and groups. Individual audio-guides are available in different languages.
Castillo Menorca
Is an out if town childrens entertainment area set in extensive attractive grassed gardens combined with an outlet store with lots of parking. Ideal place for the children to loose their energy and mums to well, do what mums do best at outlet stores. The outdoor entertainment has lots to climb on,swim in,bounce on and swing from. Bordering the outside area is a for menorca large Snack Bar with internet access.
In the main building there is a large outlet shop with branded goods plus local 'souvenir' items. Next door is the Costa Nova Karting track , with decent sized track.
Open May - October. Open 10.00am-7.00pm. ME-1 Km point 35 - 7 km from Ciutadella.
www.castillomenorca.com
Organised Excursions
Nuratravel ( along Passeig Maritim road ) offer organised Excursions from Arenal den Castell
Classic Cruises in nearby Port Addaya ( Port Addaia ) offer day trips in traditional boat classiccruisesmenorca.com
Over in nearby Fornells ( bus ) there is all manner of short, long trips available in fast motor boats, sailboats, Jetskis and Kayaks
Walks, Hiking and Trails around Arenal D'en Castell
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Arenal D'en Castell Beach
Rated in the top 5 best resort beaches on Menorca, especially for smaller children due it's perfect sands, gently sloping shallows into crystal clear turquoise waters. And while this makes it very popular for children it's big enough for those who prefer to avoid the little ones to find their ideal spots! Sun lounger, umbrella, pedalo, kayak hire is available on the beach.
A wooden boardwalk runs from the from eastern end to beach cafe-bars - so ideal for strolls ( Wheelchairs possible too )
The view on the beach looking out to sea is really attractive especially as the water here is very shallow making it look more like a natural lake. In early season it is particularly spectacular as the hotel crowds have not yet arrived and it's a very impressive piece of water!
Eastern (Punta Grossa) end of beach
There is a beach bar and restaurant at the eastern end of the beach. At the western end bars/restuarants are to be found just behind the beach area. If you are mobile and you are looking for something a little less full of children then head west for Arenal den Son Saura at nearby Son Parc or east to Es Grau, or the Virgin Beaches at Playa Cavalleria and Binimel la to the west.
The beach is set below a protective raised ground where most of the resort buildings are so from beach level the backdrop is a lot more natural and pleasant than the common ariel shots of the resort might imply - see our Arenal d'en Castell Photo Tour
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Coastal Walks around Arenal D'en Castell
Close by in Arenal D'en Castell will be the access point to the coastal path 'Cami de Cavalls ' a rough track path that follows the entire coast. Mountain Bike or Walk it to a Virgin Beach, the next resort or just to enjoy.
You will often discover swimming coves and virgin beaches. The distinctive vermillion signs will guide you
Footwear-treking sandals strongly advised
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