Nestled on the south coast of Menorca, Cala Galdana is a picturesque resort town that remained largely undeveloped until the 1960s. Today, it is home to beautiful villas, a wide choice of restaurants and a riverside marina. Cala Galdana attracts holidaymakers wanting a quiet getaway, with magnificent beaches, coastal hiking trails and a spectacular gorge on its doorstep.
Things to do in Cala Galdana
Spend your days relaxing on Cala Galdana’s crescent of white sand where beach umbrellas and sun beds are available for rent. With its shallow, turquoise waters, Platja de Cala Galdana is ideal for families and equipped with pedalos, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Backing the beach are several bars and restaurants where you can dine throughout the day.
A hiking trail connects east to Cala Mitjana, a stunningly beautiful beach framed by rocky headlands and backed by dense pine forest. Soak up the views from the elevated Mirador de Cala Mitjana or explore some of the ruined lime kilns that dot the area. While exploring the coastline, keep an eye out for Es Pont de n’Ali, a natural arch that has been eroded into the cliffs.
Cala Galdana is a convenient base for exploring the Barranc d’Algendar, an impressive gorge framed by 80-metre-high walls. It’s a popular hunting area for kestrels, goshawks and peregrine falcons and provides a habitat for freshwater turtles and frogs. Caves etched into the gorge walls provide evidence of human activity dating back to the Talayotic Culture.
Getting around Cala Galdana
Cala Galdana is around 20 minutes’ drive from the Ciutadella de Menorca, from where ferries connect to Barcelona and Alcudia. Menorca Airport is 30 minutes away and has seasonal flights to destinations across Europe. Regular buses connect to Cala Galdana and the town is small enough to explore on foot.