{"id":52591,"date":"2026-01-17T10:12:59","date_gmt":"2026-01-17T09:12:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.descobreixmenorca.com\/?page_id=52591"},"modified":"2026-01-17T10:16:29","modified_gmt":"2026-01-17T09:16:29","slug":"cala-pegonda-beach","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.descobreixmenorca.com\/en\/beaches-of-menorca\/cala-pegonda-beach\/","title":{"rendered":"Cala Pegonda beach"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Cala Pregond\u00f3 in the foreground and Cala Pregonda in the background of the image.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Cala Pregonda beach
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Cala Pregonda<\/strong> is one of Menorca\u2019s iconic beaches, with a unique landscape dominated by varied geological colours and the islets that protect it from northern winds.<\/h2>\n

Cala Pregonda<\/strong> is an almost unspoilt beach, except for the three houses located right by the shore. The sand is coarse and golden, there are no services, and reaching the beach requires a 2 km walk. However, the walk is well worth it, as it is one of the most spectacular and original beaches in Menorca. That said, it is as beautiful and famous as it is popular, and in summer it becomes very crowded with swimmers and anchored boats, which can take away some of its charm.<\/p>\n

The cove has three beaches: Pregonda<\/strong>, Pregond\u00f3<\/strong> (which you will reach before Pregonda when coming from Binimel\u00b7l\u00e0) and the Escull de Pregonda<\/strong> beach, a small secluded beach located on the southern side of the largest islet protecting Pregonda<\/strong>. This little beach can only be reached by swimming or by small boat.<\/p>\n

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Cala Pregonda (in the background) is accessed from Binimel\u00b7l\u00e0 beach (in the foreground) by walking along Stage 6 of the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Cala Pregonda<\/strong> is an exceptional setting for enjoying a great beach day, with a well-developed dune system behind it and seabeds ideal for snorkelling. Thanks to its location within the protected area of the North Menorca Marine Reserve<\/strong> and the natural shelter provided by the nearby islets, Pregonda<\/strong> offers seabeds rich in marine life just a few metres below the surface.<\/p>\n

It is important to check the weather at Cala Pregonda<\/a> before visiting, as during tramuntana (north wind) conditions, even though it is protected by its islets, the swell may prevent you from enjoying a swim in its crystal-clear waters.<\/p>\n

<\/i> <\/span>Cala Pregonda<\/strong> has remarkable geological value, dominated by clay formations, similar to those found at Cala Pilar<\/strong><\/a> or Cavalleria beach<\/strong><\/a>. Recently, clay mud baths using the surrounding clays have become very popular. Taking clay mud baths on beaches erodes the base of the cliffs<\/strong>, creating instability in their upper sections. This can lead to rockfalls, posing a risk to beach users. In addition, this activity causes vegetation loss and shoreline retreat, destroying a non-renewable resource, as clays are very ancient rocks. Try to make your visit to Menorca\u2019s natural areas as unobtrusive as possible. Leave no trace!<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are no services or accommodation at Cala Pregonda.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Cala Pregonda is accessed on foot along Stage 6 of the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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

<\/i> The best way to reach Cala Pregonda<\/strong> is on foot from Binimel\u00b7l\u00e0 beach<\/strong>, about 10 km from the town of Es Mercadal<\/strong>. At Binimel\u00b7l\u00e0 beach<\/strong> you will find a car park, and you must take the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong> heading west, to the left of the beach when facing the sea. You will need to walk 2 km without difficulty (approximately 30 minutes) through one of the most distinctive landscapes on Menorca\u2019s north coast, first reaching Pregond\u00f3 beach<\/strong>, and Pregonda<\/strong> a few metres further on. Many people stop at Pregond\u00f3 beach<\/strong>, either out of laziness or confusion. This sometimes means that Cala Pregonda<\/strong> is a little less crowded. Take advantage of it \u2014 it\u2019s worth it.<\/p>\n

<\/i><\/span> It is important to follow the access path and stay on the marked trail, avoiding erosion of the surrounding environment. Also avoid building small piles of stones as souvenirs of your visit to the island, as this harms flora and fauna and distorts the landscape.<\/p>\n

There is no public transport to reach Cala Pregonda.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Tramuntana storm at Cala Pregonda during winter.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Cala Pregonda and Mike Oldfield<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Did you know that Cala Pregonda was the setting for the cover of a Mike Oldfield album?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pregonda<\/strong> was the place chosen by Mike Oldfield<\/strong>, the progressive rock and new age musician internationally known for his work Tubular Bells<\/em>, for the cover photograph of his fourth album Incantations<\/em>, released in 1978. The photograph, featuring the musician with the reefs of Pregonda in the background on a stormy day, was taken by photographer Trevor Key. In 2011, however, the album was reissued and Cala Pregonda<\/strong> became the undisputed star of the album cover. In this case, the cover was illustrated with an enigmatic nighttime image of the reefs of Pregonda<\/strong>, taken by the Menorcan photographer S\u00fas Camps.<\/p>\n

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The two album covers of Incantations<\/em> by Mike Oldfield from 1978 and 2011, respectively.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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

\u2022<\/span> Cam\u00ed de Cavalls:<\/span><\/strong> Cala Pregonda<\/strong> is located along Stage 6 of the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong> route between Binimel\u00b7l\u00e0 beach<\/strong> and Els Alocs<\/strong>, the longest and most demanding stage of the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong>, but also one of the most spectacular. You can find more details about this stage of the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong> in our guide: Binimel\u00b7l\u00e0 beach<\/a> – Els Alocs. Cam\u00ed de Cavalls. Stage 6<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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