A day at the beach, a section of the Camí de Cavalls and the marina show three different sides of Cala En Bosch. The beach lies between the Marina de Cala en Bosch and Punta de sa Guarda. It is also known locally as Fil de Ferro Beach: this is where the underwater cable that connects Menorca with Mallorca comes ashore. If you’re looking for a holiday apartment for a stay in Menorca, you can start by choosing one that suits the kind of days on the coast you’re planning: swimming, walks or boat trips.
Beach and bay
The beach is about 80 metres long and just as wide; both measurements are approximate. The sand is white, and the water is shallow and crystal clear. Cala en Bosch forms a U-shaped bay with low, rugged cliffs and calm water. There is a marked area at the beach where stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking are possible. Beach facilities are available only during the tourist season. A lifeguard service is also provided, though availability may vary seasonally. If beach facilities are important to your travel plans, check the conditions for your visit.
Marina and boat trips
The Marina de Cala'n Bosch has 270 berths and is located on Menorca’s southwest coast. It is next to Cabo d'Artrutx, at the entrance to the unspoilt coves of the south coast. In summer, boats depart from the marina for trips to these coves. Dates and operators may change; if a boat trip is a deciding factor for your plans, check the options available for your travel dates. The marina therefore offers a different focus from the beach: seasonal boat trips are the main attraction here, while the beach offers the activities mentioned in its marked area.
Walking the Camí de Cavalls
The Camí de Cavalls passes through Cala en Bosch on its 13-kilometre stage from Cap d'Artrutx to Cala en Turqueta. The route is almost flat and offers a walk by the sea. After 3.8 kilometres, and crossing Platja de Son Xoriguer, the path leaves the developed area and enters a Natura 2000 site. Trail conditions may vary; check them before setting out. Along the Camí stands the 17th-century watchtower sa Talaia d'Artrutx. This means the stage combines the coastal path with a historic structure without requiring you to leave the route.
The coast around Son Xoriguer also shows a change in landscape: nearby Son Xoriguer marks the end of Ciutadella’s developed coastline, beyond which a wilder, less developed stretch begins. A few minutes from Cala en Bosch, the coastal route reaches the coves of Son Xoriguer. If you want to take in both the beach and the path during your stay, you’ll find clear contrasts here between the developed coastal area and the less developed stretch beyond it.
Other activities and getting there
Aquarock is a water park in Ciutadella de Menorca, next to Cala en Bosch, with a wave pool. As seasonal opening hours and attractions may change, check before your trip whether it will be open during your visit. Kartingrock is a go-kart track next to Cala en Bosch in Ciutadella de Menorca; its opening periods may also change. Both options add to the things to do at the beach and on the coastal path, without requiring you to plan your days in any particular order.
From Ciutadella, the beach can be reached via the signposted road towards Cala en Bosch; parking is available. You can also reach the beach by public transport. If you’re planning to travel without your own vehicle, check current connections and timetables before setting off. Together, the beach, marina and coastal route offer different reasons to choose Cala En Bosch as a destination and guide your search for a suitable holiday apartment.
Discover more destinations: Son Bou, Es Castell, Mahon, Trebelúger, Es Migjorn Gran, Es Mercadal, Santo Tomas and Biniancolla.
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