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Cala Galdana \u00a9Paramotor Menorca<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Cala Galdana beach<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Cala Galdana, a place of outstanding natural beauty, is today one of the most important urbanised beaches in Menorca. It is a very popular tourist beach surrounded by a large resort area offering all kinds of services.<\/h2>\n

Cala Galdana<\/strong> has a wide sandy beach and, thanks to its enclosed shape and high cliffs, it is very well protected from waves. Its calm turquoise waters and pine trees growing right by the fine white sand make it one of the most famous and visited beaches in Menorca, especially for family tourism<\/a>. The beach is linked to the Algendar Gorge<\/strong>, whose stream flows into one side of the bay and is now used as a small boat harbour.<\/p>\n

Cala Galdana<\/strong> and its surroundings are a natural jewel that many locals remember as the best beach in Menorca, although the coastal urban development of the 1970s significantly altered its original landscape.<\/p>\n

Cala Galdana, a beach dedicated to tourism<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Cala Galdana<\/strong> is a fully equipped beach offering all kinds of services. From beach bars, sunbeds and parasols covering much of the sand, to a complete range of water sports such as kayak hire, a diving centre, motorboat rental and boat trips. In the resort area you will find all types of accommodation: large hotels, apartments and aparthotels, as well as bars, restaurants, clubs, a pharmacy, supermarkets, car hire and shops. Just before reaching Cala Galdana<\/strong> from Ferreries you will also find the Cala Galdana campsite<\/strong>, one of only two campsites in Menorca.<\/p>\n

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Cala Galdana from the Sa Punta viewpoint.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Cala Galdana with children<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Cala Galdana<\/strong> is one of the best family beaches in Menorca<\/a>. Its easy car access, fine sand and shallow, crystal-clear waters make it a safe and pleasant beach for children. Its enclosed bay usually keeps the sea calm, creating a natural swimming pool. However, on days with southerly winds, the sea can be less comfortable. In those cases, northern beaches such as Es Grau<\/a> or Arenal d’en Castell<\/a> are better options.<\/p>\n

How to get to Cala Galdana<\/strong><\/h2>\n

<\/i> <\/i> Cala Galdana<\/strong> is located 8 km south of Ferreries<\/strong>. The only access by car is from this village. From Ciutadella<\/strong>, take the Cala Galdana road at the roundabout just before entering Ferreries. From Ma\u00f3<\/strong>, continue past Ferreries on the main road until you reach the Cala Galdana roundabout after a tunnel. At the beach there are several car parks, although in July and August they tend to fill up quickly.<\/p>\n

Distance from Ciutadella to Cala Galdana<\/strong>: 25.5 km, 27 min.
Distance from Ma\u00f3 to Cala Galdana<\/strong>: 37 km, 34 min.
Distance from Menorca Airport to Cala Galdana<\/strong>: 36 km, 32 min.<\/p>\n

<\/i> Public transport:<\/strong><\/span> During the tourist season there are several bus lines to Cala Galdana<\/strong> from Ma\u00f3\u2013Alaior\u2013Mercadal (51)<\/strong>, Ciutadella (52)<\/strong> and Ferreries (53)<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n

Things to do and do in Cala Galdana<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u25cf<\/strong> Cala Galdana viewpoint:<\/strong><\/span> One of the best panoramic views of Cala Galdana<\/strong> can be enjoyed from the viewpoint at the end of Sa Punta Avenue, on top of the cliff.<\/p>\n

\u25cf <\/strong>Cam\u00ed de Cavalls:<\/strong><\/span> Cala Galdana<\/strong> marks the start and end of two stages of the historic Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong>, leading to some of the most beautiful unspoilt beaches on the south coast such as Cala Mitjana<\/strong>, Binigaus<\/strong>, San Tom\u00e0s<\/strong>, Cala Macarella<\/strong> and Cala Turqueta<\/strong>. You can check these stages of the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls in detail in our guide:<\/p>\n

<\/i> From Cala Galdana to Cala Turqueta on foot: 6.4 km, 2 h 30 min.
Cala en Turqueta \u2013 Cala Galdana. Cam\u00ed de Cavalls. Entire Stage 13.<\/a><\/p>\n

<\/i> From Cala Galdana to Cala Macarella on foot: 2 km, 1 h.
Cala en Turqueta \u2013 Cala Galdana. Cam\u00ed de Cavalls. Last section of Stage 13<\/a>.<\/p>\n

<\/i> From Cala Galdana to Cala Mitjana on foot: 1.3 km, 30 min.
Cala Galdana \u2013 Sant Tom\u00e0s. Cam\u00ed de Cavalls. First section of Stage 14<\/a>. Very short, ideal for children.<\/p>\n

\u25cf <\/strong>Kayak tour:<\/strong><\/span> One of the best activities from Cala Galdana<\/strong> is a kayak trip to Cala Mitjana<\/strong>, passing through some of the most spectacular spots on the south coast of Menorca.<\/p>\n

\u25cf <\/strong><\/em>Rent a boat in Cala Galdana: <\/strong><\/span>Private boat trip Menorca<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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