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Sa Mesquida beach \u00a9Paramotor Menorca<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n

Sa Mesquida beach <\/strong><\/h1>\r\n

The beach is associated with the summer residential area of Sa Mesquida<\/strong>, where many families from Ma\u00f3<\/strong> spend their summers. As it is very well preserved and relatively separated from the urbanised area, it is a practically unspoilt beach.<\/h2>\r\n

Sa Mesquida beach<\/strong> is a quiet beach, not excessively crowded, whose only service is a lifeguard during the summer months. It is framed by a hill called Es Pa Gros<\/strong> on one side and the Sa Mesquida defence tower<\/strong> (18th century) on the other. Behind the beach there is a recently restored dune system and a temporary wetland that floods during the winter months. In the part of the beach closest to the defence tower there is a small cove where nudism is commonly practised.<\/p>\r\n

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Sa Mesquida beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n

The hill of Es Pa Gros<\/strong> offers relative protection from northerly winds, but when easterly winds blow, the sea can be quite rough. Caution is advised for adventurous visitors who wish to climb Es Pa Gros<\/strong>. Although it may seem easily accessible, it can be deceptive, and many bathers encounter difficulties halfway up and are unable to return, especially if they are wearing unsuitable footwear. More than one person has had to be rescued.<\/p>\r\n

If you are interested in history, you may like to know that Sa Mesquida<\/strong> was the landing site of the Franco-Spanish troops in 1781, led by the Duke of Crill\u00f3n, in their campaign to conquer the island of Menorca from the British.<\/p>\r\n

How to get to Sa Mesquida Beach<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

<\/i> <\/i> Sa Mesquida<\/strong> is located 4.5 km from Ma\u00f3<\/a><\/strong>. To get there, leave the city via the roundabout at the head of the harbour, heading towards the Mola de Ma\u00f3<\/strong>. Along the way, you will pass on the right-hand side the turn-offs to cala Rata<\/strong>, the Mola de Ma\u00f3<\/strong> and Es Murtar<\/strong>, until you reach Sa Mesquida<\/strong>. About 500 metres further on, you will find the beach parking area, located approximately 200 metres on foot from the beach.<\/p>\r\n

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Sa Mesquida Tower<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n

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

\u25cf<\/span> Sa Mesquida Tower:<\/strong> <\/span> The landing of the Franco-Spanish troops in Sa Mesquida<\/strong> led the British to build this defence tower in 1799, during the third British occupation<\/a>, in order to prevent further incursions. Unfortunately, it cannot be visited, as it is located on private property.<\/p>\r\n

\u25cf <\/span>Cam\u00ed de Cavalls:<\/strong> <\/span> Sa Mesquida<\/strong> lies along the route of the first stage of the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong>. This stage starts in Ma\u00f3<\/a><\/strong> and follows the road to Sa Mesquida<\/strong>. From here, it continues along dirt tracks to Es Grau<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n

You can find more details about this stage of the Cam\u00ed de Cavalls<\/strong> in our guide:
<\/i> Ma\u00f3 \u2013 Es Grau. Cam\u00ed de Cavalls. Stage 1<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Map of Sa Mesquida<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n