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Es Grau

This old-fashioned seaside village has a large beach, especially good for children since it remains shallow all the way out to the small islet opposite (Illa d'en Colom). The beach at Es Grau has good facilities, including sunloungers and pedaloes for hire and there are some charming restaurants in the village.

Behind the beach, dunes and pine woods lead to a lake called S'Albufera. This lake forms the focus of a national park and biosphere reserve designed to protect the ecosystem and wildlife within. Visitors are welcome to enjoy peaceful strolls here, and it is very popular with birdwatchers. The combination of Es Grau's beach and this tranquil reserve make for a very relaxing holiday.

Approx. transfer time from airport: 30 minutes - compare car hire prices »

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Map of Es Grau:

Beach	Sightseeing	Family attraction	Golf course
Airport	Popular town/resort	Hotel	Self-catering

Tourist attractions near Es Grau (7)

Es Grau National Park (0.1 km) - show on map

National park and biosphere reserve designed to protect the ecosystem and wildlife within. Peace, tranquility - a mecca for walkers and bird spotters.

Mahon Harbour (6.6 km) - show on map

One of the most impressive natural harbours in the Mediterranean, stretching 5km inland. The harbour front is lined with restaurants, bars and boutiques and has becoming an increasingly sophisticated setting helped by the boating fraternity.

Museu de Menorca (6.6 km) - show on map

Menorca's largest museum includes details of the islands archaeological past, plus the biggest collection of fine arts on the island. Situated in a former monastery, the building is worth a visit on its own.

Museo Militar (8.1 km) - show on map

This museum is based in the old Cala Corb barracks and exhibits a permanent collection of Menorca's military history, including guns and flags. Also on display is some of the finest 18th century English furniture.

Fortaleza de la Mola (9.0 km) - show on map

This truly enormous 19th century fort lies on the opposite side of Mahon harbour and offers guided tours to the public each Sunday, from June until October. Read more »

Trotting races (9.7 km) - show on map

A popular sport in the Balearics for over 200 years, trotting races are held at weekends both near Mahon and Ciutadella. The jockey must prevent the horse from breaking into a gallop, hence the name "trotting". Great to watch but even better if you place the winning bet!

Castell de Sant Felip (10.0 km) - show on map

The guided tour around this castle ruin takes a couple of hours, but it's one of the most interesting and detailed tours on the island. The fortress was destroyed by the Spanish in 1782, whilst on the tour you'll learn about the history of many invasions, see and walk through lots of underground tunnels and admire the views of Mahon harbour and La Mola.