{"id":11162,"date":"2013-11-09T23:45:45","date_gmt":"2013-11-09T22:45:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.descobreixmenorca.com\/?page_id=11162"},"modified":"2026-03-21T21:55:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-21T20:55:07","slug":"cala-morell","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.descobreixmenorca.com\/en\/snorkeling-in-menorca\/cala-morell\/","title":{"rendered":"Snorkeling in Cala Morell, in the calm, shallow waters north of Ciutadella de Menorca"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Snorkeling in Cala Morell<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Snorkeling in Cala Morell, in the calm, shallow waters north of Ciutadella de Menorca<\/strong><\/h1>\n

In Cala Morell you can enjoy snorkel\u00a0becouse of\u00a0the shallow depth of the seabed and its calm\u00a0and\u00a0clear waters.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Cala Morell beach<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Cala Morell<\/b> is on the north coast of Menorca, some 11 km from Ciutadella<\/b>. This is the name given to the cove and the small beach lying within the residential area that has sprung up around it.\u00a0This bay is shaped like a backwards \u2018L\u2019 and is flanked by medium-height, sheer rugged cliffs, with very little vegetation on top. The small beach is sandy but with some pebbles and, since it might prove less than attractive than other beaches, a number of rocky platforms for sun-bathers and swimmers have been built.<\/p>\n

It is interesting to note that here two of Menorca\u2019s main rock types come into contact: the right-hand (east) cliff is composed of Jurassic rocks, the island\u2019s oldest, while to the left (west) the cliffs are made out of more recent Miocene rocks like all of the southern half of the island.\u00a0Another aspect of interest in this cove is the nearby of Cala Morell Necropolis<\/a>, which consists of a group of 14 burial chambers hewn from the bare rock that were used from the pre-Talaiotic period up to the second century AD.<\/p>\n

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The seabed<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Cala Morell<\/b> is an excellent place for diving thanks to its shallow transparent waters that are a haven of peace and quiet. As well, its shape guarantees that it is protected from southerly and easterly winds; however, take care on days with strong westerly or northerly winds. The seabed is mainly sandy in the centre, although in the eastern part fallen rocks and large stones with a few patches of posidonia begin to appear, which become more evident as you approach the cove\u2019s mouth.<\/p>\n

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If you swim out from the beach following the cove\u2019s left-hand (western) edge, at a depth of just a few inches both young and old alike will be able to enjoy the great eye-catching variety of species that inhabit the shallow waters of rocky Mediterranean seabeds. For example, you will come across algae of many different types, textures and colours, mussels and other molluscs fastened onto the rocks, and also sea squirts, sponges and anemones such as the beadlet and snakelocks anemones.<\/p>\n

This latter species, also known as the \u2018sea-nettle\u2019 in Menorca, can sting when alive but is often collected for culinary purposes.\u00a0In the first few inches of shallow waters, it is easy to spot animals such as sea snails, crabs and rockpool prawns (very small and almost transparent). The most attractive fish here are, undoubtedly, ornate and Mediterranean rainbow wrasses and painted comber. A well, you may chance across white and saddled seabreams and groups of damselfish.<\/p>\n

<\/i> If you want to discover the seabed of Menorca with an exclusive snorkelling experience<\/strong> alongside an experienced underwater guide<\/strong>, Olives Ocean<\/strong><\/a> offers a personalised adventure that will allow you to enjoy peace and privacy while admiring the biodiversity of its waters.<\/p>\n

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How to get there<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Cala Morell <\/b>is 9 km north of Ciutadella<\/strong>. From the town\u2019s northern ring-road, take the road to\u00a0Cala Morell<\/b>. In 6 km, ignore the road off to\u00a0Algaiarens<\/b>\u00a0on the right; in a further 2.5 km you will reach the residential area of\u00a0Cala Morell.\u00a0<\/b>If you turn left after passing by the car park and entrance to Cala Morell Necropolis, you will reach the beach.<\/p>\n

In the high season a bus runs from Ciutadella<\/strong> to Cala Morell.\u00a0Check out bus times and frequencies (that vary according to the season)<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Nearby sites of interest<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u2022<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0Cala Morell\u00a0Necropolis<\/strong><\/b>: <\/strong><\/span>A group of 14 burial chambers hewn from the bare rock that were used from the pre-Talaiotic period up to the second century AD. Just before reaching the beach you will come to a small car park at the entrance to the necropolis. More information<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Map of Cala Morell<\/strong><\/h2>\n