Cala en Blanes and Cala Santandria are two beaches near Ciutadella de Menorca, each with a sandy shore and a different setting. Cala en Blanes is a small cove in the urban area, while Cala Santandria has two beach sections and a longer shoreline.
- Cala en Blanes: a small cove beside a palm grove, roughly two kilometres west of Ciutadella.
- Cala Santandria: a sandy beach with a 110-metre-long shoreline, reached by road from Ciutadella.
- Access: both beaches have public-transport access; check current services before setting out.
Which beach suits your plans?
Cala en Blanes has a compact cove setting, while Cala Santandria offers a choice between two beach sections.
At Cala en Blanes, the palm grove beside the sand gives the cove a distinct backdrop. Cala Santandria has a more visited tourist section and a smaller, quieter section, so you can choose between the two once you arrive.
If you’re comparing these with the southern coves, how Cala Macarella, Cala en Turqueta and Son Saura compare is another useful part of the picture.
Cala en Blanes
Cala en Blanes is a small sandy cove in Ciutadella’s urban area, with a palm grove beside the beach.
The beach is roughly 40 metres long. Facilities include parasols, sun loungers, water sports, toilets and a shower; the nearby palm-grove picnic area has tables, benches and barbecues. Chiringuitos, lifeguards and games are also noted among the beach facilities.
Parking is available near Carrer Torre de s’Aigua. There is no parking at the beach entrance when approaching from Camí de sa Farola or Ronda de sa Punta. Cala en Blanes is about two kilometres west of Ciutadella, and buses run from town.
Cala Santandria
Cala Santandria is a sandy beach near Ciutadella, with a shoreline 110 metres long and 25 metres wide.
In summer, its water is described as transparent and shallow, and the beach is heavily attended. Facilities include lifeguards, a water-sports area and a footbridge for disabled guests, as well as sunshade and sun-lounger rental, watercraft rental, toilets, showers, litter bins, cleaning service and a scuba-diving area.
Prehistoric caves lie in the vicinity, between Caleta d’en Gorries and Cala Blanca. They give the surrounding coast another point of interest beyond the beach itself.
How do you get from Ciutadella to the beaches?
Both beaches can be reached from Ciutadella by road or public transport, though the specific route information differs. Grupoandria Hotel Platja Gran is in the Ciutadella area, with rooms at this three-star hotel.
For Cala Santandria, the road distance from Ciutadella is 8.7 km. Take Ronda Sud and follow signs towards Cap d’Artrutx; a signposted turn leads to the beach, with parking nearby. Public transport is also available.
Cala en Blanes can be reached by bus from Ciutadella. For bus routes and other local journeys, how to get around Ciutadella by bus, ferry and local transport can help you plan the wider trip.
Facilities and seasonal checks
Beach services can be time-sensitive, so check the official site before you go.
Facilities include lifeguards and rental services, but services may change. Check the Balearic Islands tourism site for current beach information and the relevant transport operator for current bus services. For Cala en Blanes, check the local beach-information page for access and parking details.
FAQs
Are Cala en Blanes and Cala Santandria sandy beaches?
Yes. Both are described as sandy beaches near Ciutadella.
Which beach has two sections?
Cala Santandria has a more visited tourist section and a smaller, quieter section.
Can you reach Cala en Blanes by bus?
Yes. Buses run from Ciutadella.
Are there prehistoric caves near Cala Santandria?
Yes. The caves are in the vicinity, between Caleta d’en Gorries and Cala Blanca.