Cala en Forcat , Beach & Holiday Guide
Cala en Forcat Beach Resort Guide in photos and maps
Cala en Forcat Beach
There is no house beach here but with Menorca you are never that far from the next beach.
nearby beaches
Location and distance to Airport 35 miles / 55 km
How do I get from Menorca Airport to Cala en Forcat?
| Direct Transfer | 1 Hrs. 5 mins. |
| All Transfer Options | eg Shared Shuttle from 13 Eur pp or Taxi max. 4 pers. 68 Eur , Public Airport Bus - none! |
| Bus Services | operate all year . NO AIRPORT SHUTTLES |
Calan Forcat Families
- Plenty to see and do in local area - Boat Trips
- Waterpark, inflatables playpark in resort
- Plenty of free to use playareas in Bars/Restaurants for children
Calan Forcat Couples & solos
- Bars of various styles - from Cocktail, Karaoke to chic beach lounge
- Night Clubs and Music bars in Ciutadella
- Boat Trips to explore some beautiful beaches and coasts
Los Delfines is the local name for this area - Cala'n Forcat in the west, Cala'n Brut (middle) and Cala'n Blanes at the eastern end.
There is a local bus service to nearby old capital of Ciutadella and a 'ting ting' train picks up and drops off a various points in the resort. Los Delfines itself is compact and can be easily explored on foot.
Shopping and Supermarkets in Calan Forcat
There are plenty of well stocked Supermarket choices dotted around Forcat / Los Delfines. There is an Eroski City on the approach road to the area and larger supermarkets on the nearby trading estate(Poligno)
There is the biggest concentration of shops ( holiday clothing, souvenirs , pool inflatables and toys ) in the adjoining Los Delfines area.
In nearby Ciutadella there are weekly markets mornings and night markest ( Mercat de Nit / Artisan )
Cala'n Forcat - Top Sights and Activities
Just a quick photo taster - LOTS more what to see and do ideas in / around Cala en Forcat/ Los Delfines / Cala en Blanes
Pont den Gil a classic natural sea arch and good sundown picnic spot.
Ciutadella being on the door step is a must see especially for historical and culture fans looking for authentic Menorca.
Majorca is within touching distance. On clear days ( especially springtime ) The mountains of north Majorca are very clear and also make for great sunset view backdrops.
Inspirations
Excursions to Majorca Short Trips to Majorca (Alcudia) require overnight stay(s) but you can visit the beautiful North of Majorca / Mallorca next day returns are 08:30 , 10:00 or 17:00 Find Accommodation in North Majorca
Ciutadella
Beautiful old city centre Bus 61 drops you close to the main areas.Great atmosphere and shopping and a place to wander the pedestrianised old city and its many narrow streets with hidden Artisan/Boutique shops and Cafe treats.
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Cala en Forcat - Nightlife
There is a diverse set of Cafes, Bars and Restaurants for various tastes. Live music acts feature at 'The Square' aka Jimmy Hills. Karaoke and Bingo. Local Ciutadella provides city nightlife.
For, some might say 'more sophisticated' evening entertainment visit Ciutadella where there is a whole palette of ( late night 3am ) Bars,Garden Lounges , Live music which can be found in the most surprising of tiny alleyways and hidden spaces in the lovely old city centre. The buzziest ares is reserved for the Bars and dance clubs located all together down in the Pla de Sant Joan area of the old harbour . Open open air terrace areas where you can chat and cool down / relax under the stars.
TIP Want to visit a Club or Music bar in Ciutadella ? Don't forget you are on Spanish time, nothing starts to happen until after 11 pm as people will have eaten 'late'. Go much later and then it will be buzzing.
All Bars and Clubs in Calan Forcat
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Cala en Forcat See and Do
Lots of Cafe Bars with young children's play areas , Waterpark with onsite amusements. Pont den Gil - is a dramatic sea arch- dive site and susnset picnic spot Experience old spain at nearby Ciiutadella with lots of sights,shopping and culture Boat trips from nearby Ciutadella ...
Boat Trips, ActivitiesOur what to do and see in Calan Forcat inspirations
Restaurants in Cala en Forcat
The resort recently has expanded to a really diverse set of places to eats. The old school 'Tourist restaurant' remains strong but there are now higher end beach clubs,gastro bars,diverse mediteranean fusions. Many more restaurants in Ciutadella City...check our curated guide for more Cala en Forcat Restaurants guide
Bars & Clubs in Cala en Forcat
Calan Forcat has a diverse set of bars , including sports with many for families with young children - free play areas
Cala en Blanes / Los Delfines has a diverse set of bars , including sports with many for families with young children - free play areas Most bars are along the main streets - No Majorca/ibiza style dance and drink. Popular with families is Jimmy Hills Square featuring tribute acts 9pm and childrens shows earlier ...check our curated guide for more Cala en Forcat Bar and Clubs guide
Does Cala en Forcat have enough shops?
Menorca beach resorts have few residents so visit local towns for anything beyond summer beach-wear,tourist items and beach toys/inflatables or souvenirs.
Within Cala en Forcat - A resort with the most shops of any menorcan resort Sports goods, souvenirs. Higher quality shopping in Ciutadella old city centre and Summer Night markets in Ciutadella
Cala en Forcat Supermarkets
Local supermarkets are seasonal and will be ~ 20% more expensive than in local towns near Cala en Forcat
Cala en forcat has many good sized supermarkets. The big branded supermarkets are closeby ( bus #61 and taxi back ) to Poligno less than 10min
All the Big shop supermarkets plus online delivery availability .
Summer Markets Cala en Forcat
No Markets in Cala den Forcat - they are all in Ciutadella
Is Cala en Forcat Safe?
You can be assured that women,children will feel safe - no tourism aimed at large youthful groups / binge drinking
Moving around Cala en Forcat
Buses - Cala en Forcat
Looking for Cala en Forcat Airport Shuttle / Transfers?
Good to know
Bus Network Map with Cala en Forcat Bus stops to download
Regular Buses to Ciutadella and further down the western coast ( to reach other beaches )
Bus Times,places to visit by bus - Cala en ForcatBus Menorca Airport to Cala en Forcat
TIP: Mahon will mostly be written on timetables, front of buses and signposts as Maó, it's local name. Take a bus trip to see some of the other sights, resorts/towns and Menorca's attractions.
Cala en Forcat Taxis
Airport 68 €
All Taxis licensed for a MAX. of 4 Passengers. (any age child counts as 1! )
Taxis to Ciutadella ~5 miles circa max. 10 Eur. Taxis stand in Ciutadella at Placa Des Born
Good to know
Menorca has no private Cab firms , Uber or ...'Dodgy Touts!'
TIP Summer peak In recent years Taxis have been in short supply due to not enough drivers for licensed areas. Consider a private transfer to reach Airport in good time for flight home.
Definitive Guide to Menorca Taxis - how to book,Travel with Kids
Cala en Forcat - Tourist maps
Cala en Forcat Tourist maps ...all on a map
Villas & Apartments
Packaged Self Catering Villas and Aparthotel Holidays
From Jet2
£ 60 pp deposit, easy monthly payments
Hotels
Cala en Forcat has the most hotels within any beach resort on Menorca - budget to four star. Many more aparthotels ideal for younf families
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What's the weather like in Cala en Forcat
Weather Now Patchy rain nearby
Cala en Forcat has a mediterranean climate characterised by hot dry summers. Menorca has pleasant cooling Summer breeze. The sea temperatures at Calan Forcat will be around 22-26 degrees in Summer. In October the water is still warm. Spring time ( early March to April ) will have sunny days with temperatures around 20 and above , ideal for sightseeing, walking, cycling and horseriding activities.
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Markets in and near Cala en Forcat
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Holiday answers about Cala en Forcat Beach Resort
Shared ~ 13 Euro p.P
Private Transfers from 87 Eur upto 3 to Cala en Forcat ideal for families and groups , as no waiting for other passengers ( delayed) arrival. Door to Door and child seats can be pre-booked.
VIP Transfers from 143 Eur upto 6 to Cala en Forcat No wait. Travel in style in premium vehicles
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Besides Calan Forcat's Beach we have a more personal guide to Attractions and Sights in Cala en Forcat
