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: 4757ft
SUMMIT: 5282ft
VERTICAL DROP: 524ft

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

Alagna is connected to Gressoney off slopes and then you should came back with the gondola. The slope that connects to Alagna will be finished next summer. Moreover you can go to Gressoney by a new gondola.

BASE: 4921ft
SUMMIT: 7217ft
VERTICAL DROP: 2296ft

NO. OF. LIFTS: 13
Gondolas: 0
Chairs: 5
Surface: 8

Year round multi-sports and leisure resort with spectacular Swiss Alpine scenery. High altitude ski area accessed by cable car and linked to lifts above Bettmeralp and Riederalp.

Built on an 1860 metre high plateau facing due south; the ski resort of Alpe d'Heuz is a great resort guaranteeing its visitors a maximum of good weather.

30 km of ski area with 16 trails at blue, red and black, school and reserved snow park area, slopes of all kinds and for all abilities.