A sleepy authentic fishing village

Located on the east coast of Menorca in an area with many attractions and activities nearby

Located on the east coast to the south-east of the town of Sant Lluis, Alcaufar is a small sleepy coastal fishing village with a beautiful narrow beach and long inlet where fishing boats anchor in shallow waters.

Alcaufar is picturesque and authentic, ideal for holidays at a slower pace. Children can enjoy the safe shallow waters of the beach, and older children can enjoy the excellent snorkelling opportunities. There are two excellent restaurants in the resort but many more can be found in Sant Lluis, a 10-minute drive away.

The gorgeous soft sandy beach at Alcaufar, great for those with young kids

The small resort of Alcaufar, with typical low rise apartments and villas

Views across the Alcaufar headland towards the watch tower Torre d’Alcalfar

The resort is only 8 miles (13km) from Menorca’s airport and a great location to explore Menorca’s attractions, such as the fishermens village at Binibeca or theprehisotic settlement at Trepuco, as well as Menorca’s newsest water park Splash Sur Menorca.

The capital Mahón is just 15-20-minute drive away and the French town of Sant Lluis is just 10 minutes away and is a typical Menorcan town with shaded narrow streets with excellent restaurants perfect for long lazy lunches.

Alcaufar, gorgeous clear turquoise water perfect for snorkelling

A small resort with quiet narrow streets

Two beautiful examples of a vibrant Bougainvillea and sweet scented Oleander

Fishing boats anchored in ankle deep waters at Alcaufar

Beaches

Kayaking, has become a favourite activity at Es Grau with the natural beauty of the location providing fantastic opportunities to take to the water. Menorca en Kayak, a local company based in Es Grau offers kayak, pedalo’s, dinghies and stand up paddleboards for hire, as well as guided excursions to the islands favourite spots.

Es Grau and the surrounding area also offers a perfect location for walkers of all abilities, especially with the S’Albufera nature reserve nearby where you can find three short walks amongst the protected wetlands. There are also two stages of the Camí de Cavalls that can be used by ramblers and mountain bikes both of medium difficultly from Mao to Es Grau (6.2 miles) and Es Grau to the Favàritx lighthouse (5.3 miles).

Tourist attractions

Es Grau is a small resort but does have the basics including a well-stocked supermarket and a small boutique near the waterfront which sells jewellery, paintings, souvenirs and individually designed clothes. There are no cash machines in Es Grau, the nearest is in Menorca’s capital Mahón.

The small uncrowded beach at Alcaufar with football pitch towards the rear

Lots of parking opportunities, with steps down to the beach.

Sporting activities

Kayaking, has become a favourite activity at Es Grau with the natural beauty of the location providing fantastic opportunities to take to the water. Menorca en Kayak, a local company based in Es Grau offers kayak, pedalo’s, dinghies and stand up paddleboards for hire, as well as guided excursions to the islands favourite spots.

Es Grau and the surrounding area also offers a perfect location for walkers of all abilities, especially with the S’Albufera nature reserve nearby where you can find three short walks amongst the protected wetlands. There are also two stages of the Camí de Cavalls that can be used by ramblers and mountain bikes both of medium difficultly from Mao to Es Grau (6.2 miles) and Es Grau to the Favàritx lighthouse (5.3 miles).

Shopping

Es Grau is a small resort but does have the basics including a well-stocked supermarket and a small boutique near the waterfront which sells jewellery, paintings, souvenirs and individually designed clothes. There are no cash machines in Es Grau, the nearest is in Menorca’s capital Mahón.

The mini football pitch towards the rear of the beach at Alcaufar

Sa Botigueta d’Alcaufar, selling essential holiday items

Where to eat and drink

Bars and restuarants

Kayaking, has become a favourite activity at Es Grau with the natural beauty of the location providing fantastic opportunities to take to the water. Menorca en Kayak, a local company based in Es Grau offers kayak, pedalo’s, dinghies and stand up paddleboards for hire, as well as guided excursions to the islands favourite spots.

Es Grau and the surrounding area also offers a perfect location for walkers of all abilities, especially with the S’Albufera nature reserve nearby where you can find three short walks amongst the protected wetlands. There are also two stages of the Camí de Cavalls that can be used by ramblers and mountain bikes both of medium difficultly from Mao to Es Grau (6.2 miles) and Es Grau to the Favàritx lighthouse (5.3 miles).

Hotel and restaurants located close to the beach, perfect for snacks, lunch or dinners

Restaurant Piccolo Mundo, great food, friendly staff and great views across to s’algar

Getting here and around

Kayaking, has become a favourite activity at Es Grau with the natural beauty of the location providing fantastic opportunities to take to the water. Menorca en Kayak, a local company based in Es Grau offers kayak, pedalo’s, dinghies and stand up paddleboards for hire, as well as guided excursions to the islands favourite spots.

Es Grau and the surrounding area also offers a perfect location for walkers of all abilities, especially with the S’Albufera nature reserve nearby where you can find three short walks amongst the protected wetlands. There are also two stages of the Camí de Cavalls that can be used by ramblers and mountain bikes both of medium difficultly from Mao to Es Grau (6.2 miles) and Es Grau to the Favàritx lighthouse (5.3 miles).

Shopping

Es Grau is a small resort but does have the basics including a well-stocked supermarket and a small boutique near the waterfront which sells jewellery, paintings, souvenirs and individually designed clothes. There are no cash machines in Es Grau, the nearest is in Menorca’s capital Mahón.