Sa Mesquida: Beach, Bay and Coastal Tower

Sa Mesquida brings together a bay divided in two, a wide sandy beach and the historic Torre de sa Mesquida. When planning a trip, you can focus on both the beach and the water, as well as the coastal architecture.

Bay, Beach and Coastal Views

Sa Mesquida is a small bay divided into two coves by Punta de sa Torre. Arenal de sa Mesquida is a wide beach with fine white sand. From the shore, you can see the islets of Illots d’en Mesquida. Pa Gros also rises above the beach: the hill is about 70 metres high and offers views of the coast.

These landmarks offer different perspectives on the coastal scenery: from the sandy beach to the view of the offshore islets and the vista from Pa Gros. This means you can experience Sa Mesquida not only as a beach, but also through the shape of the bay and the coastline.

Water Activities and Beach Planning

Sa Mesquida’s clear water is suitable for snorkelling. The seabed is partly sandy and partly rocky, and is characterised by Posidonia seagrass. A section of the beach, marked off with buoys, is designated for stand-up paddleboarding. This offers two different ways to experience the water: snorkelling lets you explore the seabed, while paddleboarding takes place in the designated area of the beach.

A lifeguard is on duty at the beach in summer. This seasonal information may be useful when planning a beach visit; it applies specifically to summer. If you are planning your trip for a particular date, also bear in mind that the Sa Mesquida coastal festival takes place on the first weekend of August. The exact festival dates may vary from year to year.

Torre de sa Mesquida and History

Torre de sa Mesquida is an English coastal defence tower dating from 1799. Together with ten other coastal towers, it formed part of the island’s defence system. Its architectural features include a wide, reinforced machicolation on the western side and numerous loopholes for rifle fire. These details make the structure’s defensive purpose clear from its architecture.

The beach is also connected to Menorca’s history: French troops landed there to occupy the island. The entire Torre complex is currently privately owned. If you are planning to visit the tower, check in advance whether access is possible.

Getting There and Finding Your Way

From Maó, follow the signposted road to the Sa Mesquida residential development. Parking is available close to the beach. In Sa Mesquida, you will find bars, restaurants and supermarkets. A route from Maó via Sa Mesquida to Es Grau leads to the Parc Natural de la Albufera des Grau.

For overnight stays, it is important to note that there is no tourist accommodation in the Sa Mesquida and Es Grau areas. If the coastal festival is part of your travel plans, check the exact dates for the relevant year.

Discover more destinations: Arenal D'en Castell, Ciutadella, Cala En Bosch, Es Castell, Alaior, Sant Lluis, Es Migjorn Gran, Trebelúger

For the broader travel overview: Menorca.