Cala En Porter

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Location

Menorca
Spain
39° 52' 14.88" N, 4° 7' 55.308" E
ES
General info: 

Cala en Porter was one of Menorcas first beach resorts and its popularity has lasted until this day. This beach where also the town got its name is spacious one with tall cliffs on both sides creating a dramatic backdrop.

As typical in Menorca, the water is crystal clear and ideal for snorkeling. Pedalboats and umbrellas are also available. The beach is popular among families, which is no wonder considering that it is located right next to the town with restaurants, shops and hotels nearby.

If you are going to Cala en Porter, make sure not to miss one of Menorcas popular attractions Caves of Xoroi that are located on top of the left side cliff. The legend says that man called Xoroi has carved these caves into the rock. The views are totally magnificient but a bit pricey, 15€ to get in. The price includes one drink however. Around 11pm the caves turn into bar and night club.

Getting there: 

There is a free parking lot almost next to the beach.

Costs: 

The beach is free.

Interesting places nearby

BASE: 4429ft
SUMMIT: 5675ft
VERTICAL DROP: 1246ft

NO. OF. LIFTS: 7
Gondolas: 0
Chairs: 0
Surface: 7

Château-d’Oex an outstanding snow region, excellent ski-lifts and pistes that connect to each other.

Enjoy the unique atmosphere of Châtel, a traditional styled mountain village which, in winter, transforms into ski resort.

The Cimone, 2165 meters high, 70 kilometres south of Modena, is not only the highest mountain in the northern Apennines, but the most popular ski resort in the Apennines of Tuscany and Emilia, one of the most fully equipped in Italy, as

Italy's oldest resort has a border post at one end of the village and is a ten minute walk from Montgènevre, France. The resort is very relaxed, with friendly and hospitable residents and some lovely hotel bars.

BASE: 3786ft
SUMMIT: 4921ft
VERTICAL DROP: 1312ft

NO. OF. LIFTS: 4
Gondolas: 0
Chairs: 1
Surface: 3