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Cala Tortuga with the Morella lagoon behind it \u00a9Xavier Marqu\u00e8s<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Cala Tortuga and Cala Presili, the best unspoilt beaches in the S\u2019Albufera des Grau Natural Park<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Cala Tortuga and Cala Presili are two neighbouring beaches on the east coast of Menorca, watched over by the Fav\u00e0ritx lighthouse, which you can admire while swimming in the crystal-clear waters of these two unspoilt coves in the S’Albufera des Grau Natural Park.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Cala Presili<\/strong> and Cala Tortuga<\/strong> are two beaches located very close to each other. They feature fine white sand and clean, crystal-clear waters, which make them unique in this area of Menorca. Both coves are shallow, making them ideal beaches to visit with children, although you will need to walk a little to reach them.<\/p>\n

Cala Presili<\/strong>, also known as Capifort <\/strong>beach, is slightly smaller and is divided into two beaches. Cala Tortuga<\/strong> is larger and is also known as the Morella <\/strong>sandbank. Behind it lies a temporary lagoon which, except in the driest years, almost always contains water, providing shelter for a large number of water birds, especially in winter.<\/p>\n

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Cala Presili or Capifort beach, with the Fav\u00e0ritx lighthouse in the background.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

There is no shade or services on the beach. For this reason, it is important to bring water and a sun umbrella, especially if you visit during the hottest hours of the summer months.<\/p>\n

Remember also to wear good footwear, as depending on which cove you want to visit, you will have to walk between 15 and 25 minutes along a stony path.<\/p>\n

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

<\/i> To reach Cala Presili<\/strong> or Cala Tortuga<\/strong>, head towards the Fav\u00e0ritx lighthouse<\/strong><\/a> on the east coast of Menorca. Access is via the Fornells\u2013Ma\u00f3 road<\/strong>. About 2 km before the lighthouse there is a parking area<\/strong>, and 1 km further on<\/strong> you will find the start of the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong><\/a> path leading to both coves. It is recommended to leave your car in this parking area, as parking is not allowed on the road up to the lighthouse.<\/p>\n

<\/i><\/span> <\/i> During the<\/strong> tourist season<\/strong>, private vehicles are not allowed to access the Fav\u00e0ritx Lighthouse<\/strong>. You must leave your vehicle in this parking area, located 1 km before the turn-off to Cala Presili and Cala Tortuga, and continue on foot or use the shuttle bus<\/strong> departing from the Ma\u00f3 bus station.\u00a0Check the<\/strong> calendar, timetables and frequencies<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

<\/i> Follow the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong> towards Es Grau<\/strong> for about 10 minutes. On the left-hand side, you will find the signposted path that goes down to Cala Presili<\/strong>. From there, you will reach the beach in about 5 more minutes. The total walk takes 15 minutes<\/strong> and is suitable for children<\/strong>, although care should be taken in hot weather, as the path has no shade. If you start walking from the parking area, add another 15 minutes.<\/p>\n

Start of path \u2013 Cala Presili:<\/strong><\/span> 1 km \u2013 15 minutes on foot.
\nCar park \u2013 Cala Presili:<\/strong><\/span> 2 km \u2013 30 minutes on foot.<\/p>\n

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Cala Tortuga or Morella sandbank.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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

<\/i> Access to Cala Tortuga<\/strong> is via the same path, continuing past the turn-off to Cala Presili<\/strong> and following the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong> for another 15 minutes. In total, from the Fav\u00e0ritx lighthouse road, you will need to walk 25 minutes. Before descending to the beach, take a moment to enjoy the landscape, as you will have a panoramic view of the cove, the Morella lagoon (a temporary freshwater pond) and the dune system that separates them.<\/p>\n

Start of path \u2013 Cala Tortuga:<\/strong><\/span> 1.7 km \u2013 25 minutes on foot
\nCar park \u2013 Cala Tortuga:<\/strong><\/span> 2.7<\/span> km \u2013 55 minutes on foot<\/p>\n

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Cala Presili in the foreground and Cala Tortuga in the background. \u00a9 Fundaci\u00f3 Dest\u00ed<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

<\/i><\/span> It is important that during the walk you do not leave the marked path and that you respect the signs that delimit it along many sections. When accessing Cala Tortuga<\/strong>, use the steps specifically built to prevent erosion of the cliff. It is also important that during your stay on the beach you do not step on the dune system, which is protected in order to promote its regeneration and thus preserve the beach as a whole.<\/p>\n

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Arriving at Cala Presili on a summer day.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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

Cam\u00ed de Cavalls:<\/span><\/strong> Cap de Fav\u00e0ritx<\/strong> marks the start and end of two stages of the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong>. Taking the path southwards leads to Es Grau, passing many of the unspoilt beaches of the S’Albufera des Grau Natural Park, such as Cala Tortuga<\/strong>, Cala Presili<\/strong> and Cala de Sa Torreta<\/strong>. Heading north along the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong>, the trail reaches Arenal d’en Castell, passing through Addaia.<\/p>\n

You can find more details about these stages of the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong> in our guide:
\n<\/i> Es Grau \u2013 Cap de Fav\u00e0ritx. Cam\u00ed de Cavalls. Stage 2<\/a>
\n<\/i> Cap de Fav\u00e0ritx \u2013 Arenal d\u2019en Castell. Stage 3<\/a><\/p>\n

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Fav\u00e0ritx Lighthouse<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Fav\u00e0ritx Lighthouse:<\/strong><\/span> The first lighthouse in the Balearic Islands to be built with a concrete tower. The 28-metre-high tower, white with a black spiral band, gives it a very distinctive appearance. From Cala Presili<\/strong> and Cala Tortuga<\/strong> you will have a privileged view, but after a day at the beach you can always get closer to see it up close. More information about Fav\u00e0ritx lighthouse<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Map of Cala Tortuga and Cala Presili<\/strong><\/h2>\n