Punta Nati Lighthouse stands on Menorca’s north-western coast, in the municipality of Ciutadella de Menorca. You can drive north from Ciutadella to see the lighthouse from the surrounding exterior area and take in the exposed coastal landscape.
- Location: North-western Menorca, in the municipality of Ciutadella de Menorca.
- From Ciutadella: The CF-5 route is about 7 km and takes 15 minutes by car.
- From Grupoandria Hotel Platja Gran: Punta Nati is about 6.3 km away.
- Visit length: Allow around 30–45 minutes, plus extra time if you stay for sunset.
Where is Punta Nati Lighthouse?
Punta Nati Lighthouse is on the north-western coast of Menorca, within the municipality of Ciutadella de Menorca. Its setting is open and dry, with rocky ground, cliffs, low vegetation, dry-stone walls and livestock shelters known as barraques or ponts de bens.
The area’s exposed landscape is part of the visit: the lighthouse sits among the coast and rough terrain rather than in a built-up visitor site. From the rooms at Grupoandria Platja, Punta Nati is about 6.3 km away.
How do you get from Ciutadella to Punta Nati?
From Ciutadella, follow the CF-5 north toward Punta Nati; the drive is about 7 km and takes 15 minutes. The approach road narrows in places, where two cars may not be able to pass, so take care as you continue.
The car park is about 500 m to 1 km from the lighthouse, so plan for a walk rather than assuming you can drive right up to it. If you’re planning other local journeys, how to get around Ciutadella by bus, ferry and car can help with the wider transport picture.
Access arrangements can vary, especially around sunset in summer. Check the official site before you go, and confirm any current transport or access requirements before setting out.
What are the lighthouse and coastline like?
Punta Nati Lighthouse opened in 1913. It was built after the steamship Général Chanzy wrecked in 1910. The tower is 19 metres high and stands 42 metres above sea level.
The lighthouse’s light flashes in a group of three, followed by one flash every 20 seconds, with a nominal range of 16 nautical miles. The grounds are described as closed to the public, so the visit is limited to the surrounding exterior area.
Beyond the tower, the coastal landscape is marked by cliffs, low vegetation and dry-stone construction. The small livestock shelters, called barraques or ponts de bens, are part of the area’s rural character.
When should you visit for sunset, and what should you bring?
Sunset adds time to a visit, so allow more than the 30–45 minutes estimated for a shorter stop. Punta Nati is exposed and windy; bring a jacket, and take a torch if you expect to walk back after dark.
There are no visitor services such as toilets or a bar in the area. Bring provisions and wear suitable footwear for the rocky, uneven ground. If you’re visiting around sunset, check access and transport arrangements before you travel.
What should you know about access?
The visit is confined to the exterior area around the lighthouse, and the ground is rocky and uneven. Wheelchair and pushchair access is limited to the car-park area, so the route beyond it may not be suitable for everyone.
Allow for the walk between the car park and lighthouse when planning your timing, bearing in mind that the parking area is about 500 m to 1 km away. Bring water and other provisions, wear footwear suited to rough ground, and take a torch if you’ll be returning after dark.
FAQs
Where is Punta Nati Lighthouse?
It is on Menorca’s north-western coast, in the municipality of Ciutadella de Menorca.
How long does it take to visit Punta Nati?
A visit typically takes 30–45 minutes, with extra time needed if you stay for sunset.
Can you go inside the lighthouse?
The grounds are closed to the public; access is limited to the surrounding exterior area.
What should you bring to Punta Nati?
Bring provisions and suitable footwear for the rocky, uneven terrain. A jacket is useful in the exposed, windy setting, and a torch is recommended for a walk back after dark.