From Cala Galdena to Platja de Binigaus

This is a circular route on Menorca, which is quite rare. Starting from Cala Galdena, a charming seaside resort in the south of Menorca, you will discover some of the most beautiful beaches and coves on the island: Cala Mitjana, Cala Trebaluger and Binigaus Beach. It's hard to resist the turquoise waters and white sand beckoning you. For a change of pace, the return journey is via the famous Cami de Cavalls (GR® 223), an unmissable trail that circles the entire island. The entire route is on marked trails, so it's impossible to get lost.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 17.27 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 5h 55 
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    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 333 m
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    Descent: - 329 m

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    Highest point: 80 m
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    Lowest point: 0 m

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Description of the walk

Park on Avenida de Sa Punta, south of Cala Galdana. There are plenty of free parking spaces along this residential street, as well as several small car parks. Look out for the red and white markings ofthe GR® 223, which you will follow for most of this hike.

(S/E) From your parking spot, head south and turn left into the small cul-de-sac that ends in a roundabout, at the end of which the hiking trail begins.

(1) Immediately after the roundabout, the trail branches off to the left and gradually descends through the woods towards Cala Mitjana beach.

(2) Turn right and head towards the beach, which is usually quite busy.

(3) Cross the beach and look for the continuation of the hiking trail directly opposite. Leave theGR® 223 on your left. After a fairly steep climb, you will reach a magnificent viewpoint overlooking the cove. Follow the flat path through the woods.

(4) After 400 metres, continue straight ahead, then slightly to the right, ignoring the paths on either side. Then begin your descent to Cala Trebaluger.

(5) At this point, the path seems to stop one metre above the water. Continue slightly to the left, then go through the natural tunnel carved into the rock to emerge after a few dozen metres at the stream you will have to cross to reach the beach: take off your shoes and roll up your trousers, as the water level is around 60 cm, so about knee-deep.

Cross Cala Trebaluger. This beach is the most beautiful on this route and much less crowded than Cala Mitjana, so take the opportunity to go for a swim.

Resume your hike at the end of the beach on your right. The path climbs gently and then reaches a fairly flat rocky area about thirty metres above sea level. Continue along this path to the tip.

(6) Continue along the path on the left and you will reach Cala Fustram, another cove that is also pleasant for swimming.

(7) The path continues north of the cove and then turns right. Continue to Cala d'Escorxada: this cove is quite rocky and swimming is less easy there.

(8) Continue along the coastal path, which becomes narrower and steeper. The markings are easy to follow, but you will encounter a few fallen trees and some fairly steep sections along the way. Join a wider path.

(9) Continue along the path to the right until you reach Platja de Binigaus.

(10) The return journey between Platja de Binigaus and Cala Mitjana is entirely along the Cami de Cavals (GR®223) trail. Turn left, then left again after about 200 metres.

(11) Cross a track and continue straight ahead to join the track leading to Cala d'Escorxada.

(12) Follow it, turning right, then leave it on the left to rejoin the path. You will come out onto the track leading to Cala Trebaluger

(13) Cross over to the opposite side. The path then follows another track, which it crosses several times.

(14) Cross a pretty irrigated plain and follow the path until you reach Cala Mitjana.

(3) Take the same path back to return to the car park where you started (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 49 m - Starting point car park
  2. 1 : km 0.12 - alt. 53 m - Dead end at the end of the housing estate
  3. 2 : km 0.71 - alt. 46 m - Fork in the road
  4. 3 : km 1.35 - alt. 13 m - Cala Mitjana, junction of the circular route
  5. 4 : km 2.15 - alt. 58 m - At the crossroads, go straight ahead.
  6. 5 : km 2.94 - alt. 13 m - Tunnel
  7. 6 : km 4.56 - alt. 0 m - Western tip of Cala Fustam
  8. 7 : km 4.79 - alt. 11 m - Cala Fustam
  9. 8 : km 5.51 - alt. 7 m - Cala Escorxada
  10. 9 : km 7.18 - alt. 33 m - Junction with wider path
  11. 10 : km 7.92 - alt. 9 m - Platja de Binigaus
  12. 11 : km 9.34 - alt. 62 m - Vehicle track
  13. 12 : km 10.58 - alt. 68 m - Cala d'Escorxada.
  14. 13 : km 11.87 - alt. 72 m - Cala Trebaluger
  15. 14 : km 13.09 - alt. 8 m - Cultivated plain
  16. S/E : km 17.27 - alt. 49 m - Starting point car park

Notes

There is no drinking water on the route. Allow 2.5 litres per person.

There are several places to swim on beautiful white sandy beaches.

Strictly follow the marked route; any side paths (visible on the ground or on maps) are private and off-limits to hikers.

The return journey between Platja de Binigaus (10) and Cala Mitjana (3) follows the Cami de Cavalls (GR®223) trail markers. The trail is wider than the coastal path taken on the way there, but it is still quite tiring due to the numerous stones and several climbs: so save some energy for the return journey.

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

Reviews and comments

4.9 / 5
Based on 7 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.9 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.9 / 5
Route interest
4.9 / 5
AlcouffeYannick
AlcouffeYannick

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 14, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely, easy walk with some stunning views.
Please note that it can get very busy in summer

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plviso59
plviso59

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 14, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Great hike.
We adapted it slightly as we set off from San Tomas (where we were staying), joined the route at point 10 and then followed routes 11, 12, 13, 14, then 1, 2, 3 to 10, before returning to San Tomas.
This made the route a little longer (about 25 km in total) but it was worth it.
The return trip along the coast is truly magnificent.
At the end of October, there were few people (except at the most famous beaches) and the mosquitoes were gone.

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User 9515974

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 16, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant hike in May, not very difficult but still a few kilometres to cover.
The return trip through the forest is very varied.

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theo44
theo44

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 21, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A superb circular walk with magnificent scenery. To do this walk 🥾, you need to be in good physical condition and well equipped with suitable footwear.

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randopox
randopox

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 12, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful, well-marked hike. The GPX track is very reliable for identifying changes in the trail. At the start of the season, visitor numbers are reasonable (you meet someone every ten minutes).

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dominus67fra
dominus67fra

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 08, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Superb hike, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves
The trees had been cleared and there were no mosquitoes in sight
The icing on the cake was swimming at Cala Mitjana on the way back
Thank you for sharing

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jemaid
jemaid
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Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 31, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A superb route, best taken in the direction indicated to enjoy the sunshine and morning breeze along the coastal path and return to the cool forest to the sound of birdsong.
This route deserves 5 stars, but unfortunately the5th star was eaten away by mosquitoes on the way back at the end of October...
For a 5-star hike, here are two tips:
1. Even if you don't plan on swimming, remember to bring a small towel to dry your feet and remove every last grain of sand after the obligatory dip in the sea at point 5.
2. Bring mosquito repellent for skin that is particularly attractive to them...

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