Between the heath and the seaside on the Cami de Cavalls

Sun-drenched coves, in shades of blue and green, interspersed with views of the open sea and dazzling white cliffs. This return route along the Cami de Cavalls (GR®223), through the heath, is not particularly difficult, with little elevation gain, is well signposted, and is perfect for a swim.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 7.26 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 4h 00 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 801 ft
  • ↘
    Descent: - 784 ft

  • ▲
    Highest point: 187 ft
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 16 ft

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Description of the walk

Park on the right-hand side of the small port of Serpentona, right next to the metal footbridge, opposite the Hotel Artiem.

(S/E) Start the gentle climb heading west. Follow the marked trail towards Cala Macarella through wooded heaths with varying amounts of shade. Reach the crossroads at the hamlet of Ses Algéries.

(1) Turn left to reach this viewpoint.

(2) Return to the previous crossroads.

(1) Continue left until you reach the sign for the path leading to Cala Macareletta.

(3) Head down to the left to reach this cove.

(4) Return to the previous junction.

(3) Continue left to reach Cala Macarella.

(5) Continue straight ahead on the marked trail, crossing a long stretch of semi-wooded heath. After turning right, you’ll reach a Y-junction.

(6) Turn right onto theGR®223and arrive at the Marina d'Alparico junction.

(7) Keep to the right, then to the left, and continue until you reach Cala en Turqueta.

(8) Retrace your steps to the Marina d'Alparico junction.

(7) Turn right onto the path and head towards Punta de na Gall.

(9) Return to the previous junction.

(7) Turn right to return to the Y-junction you passed on the way out.

(6) Continue straight ahead to walk along Cala Macarella, then reach the junction at the cove.

(5) Retrace your steps along the route you took on the way there, returning to the car park at the small port of Serpentona (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 43 ft - Serpentona car park
  2. 1 : mi 0.7 - alt. 157 ft - Carrefur towards Ses Alegries
  3. 2 : mi 0.85 - alt. 108 ft - Ses Alegries
  4. 3 : mi 1.36 - alt. 161 ft - Crossroads towards Cala Marcarelleta
  5. 4 : mi 1.5 - alt. 49 ft - Cala Marcarelleta
  6. 5 : mi 1.88 - alt. 46 ft - Cala Macarella
  7. 6 : mi 2.39 - alt. 79 ft - Y-junction
  8. 7 : mi 2.71 - alt. 164 ft - Marina d'Alparico crossroads
  9. 8 : mi 3.85 - alt. 30 ft - Cala Turqueta
  10. 9 : mi 5.16 - alt. 112 ft - Punta de na Gall
  11. S/E : mi 7.26 - alt. 49 ft - Serpentona car park

Notes

(S/E) The route map is clearly marked on a wooden sign for the Cami de Cavalls.
Beach bar (drinks and food available) in season at Cala Marcarella.
Swimming is possible, but unsupervised.

Worth a visit

(5) The descent to the beach is via a comfortable wooden staircase, which is quite long but allows you to enjoy the flora without trampling it.
(8) Cala Turqueta: a white sandy beach, partially shaded. Beach bar nearby.
(8) You can continue along the Cami de Cavalls, closer to the sea, from (8) towards Cala Tdes Talaier and Son Saura.
Observe the typical flora and fauna of the Menorcan heath and the seaside cliffs.

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

5 / 5
Based on 3 reviews

Reliability of the description
5 / 5
Ease of following the route
5 / 5
Route interest
5 / 5
fdmj
fdmj

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 31, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk.

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jemaid
jemaid

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 31, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely little walk for a first taste of the south coast.
No particular difficulty.

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herve3401
herve3401

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 24, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

One of the must-do hikes on Menorca, although it can get quite busy, both on the trail and on the beaches.

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