Our pick of the best
Firstly the standard of natural or Virgin Beaches around Menorca is second to none in the mediterranean. So if a best list is not to include most of them then we have to leave out beaches that would make top 5 in many other destinations!
We first visited menorca's virgin beaches or Playas Virgines beaches way before the Cami de Cavalls coastal path was restored and just occasional little painted stones marked the way on unsigned 'secret' tracks. And as for beach buses it was car/scooter and lots of footwork. Like many visiting 'old hands' and menorcans I guess we are in two minds about the ease of access as some seem 'just too easy' and can get fuller in summer peak.
All you need to visit and enjoy these beaches are in our in-depth guides behind each of the best beach links
1. Cala Presili
You actually get two beaches for your walking effforts - as another 20 mins brings you to Cala Tortuga another stunner and often less frequented due to the 'extra mile' effort required.
Our Beach tips Summer breezes deceive how strong the sun is! Apply suncream before you start the walk to beach - it can be brutal with no shade Take plenty of water and shade protection! TIP - Take 4 plastic bags. Fill with sand, they will weigh down any sunbathing towels/beach shelter AND you can take away you rubbish in them at end of day. Buy a serious adult size popup beach shelter with SPF protection . We use a MCKINLEY BORA 40 / Cordou Beach BEACH SHELTER - it will repay over and over :-) Shelters @ Amazon Affiliate link = no extra chost to you. Buy MCKINLEY on Menorca at Intersport shops eg Binipreux Hipermarket ( 5 min from airport )
Explore more Menorca's natural beaches - Playa Virgines