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Mercadal, Balearic Islands

Illes Balears · Balearic Islands · Spain · 4,063 residents

Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 · Wikimedia Commons

Mercadal is a village in Illes Balears, Balearic Islands, Spain, home to around 4,063 people. There are 12 notable places to see in and around town, including Castle of Sant Antoni and Sanisera. The nearest airport is Menorca (MAH), about 16 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.

Why go

  • Sights worth the trip: Castle of Sant Antoni, Sanisera and Cape Cavalleria Lighthouse.
  • Easy to reach: Menorca (MAH) is 11 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
  • Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.

Top sights in Mercadal

Ranked by how well known they are.

  • Castle of Sant Antoni1castle

    Castle of Sant Antoni

    5 miles from the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Es Mercadal, Spain

  • Sanisera2archaeological site

    Sanisera

    5 miles from the centre · Photo

    archaeological Roman site in Menorca, Spain

  • Cape Cavalleria Lighthouse3lighthouse

    Cape Cavalleria Lighthouse

    7 miles from the centre · Photo

    lighthouse in Spain

  • Cap de Cavalleria Ecomuseum4museum

    Cap de Cavalleria Ecomuseum

    5 miles from the centre · Photo

    museum in Spain

  • Early Christian Basilica of Port de Fornells5archaeological site

    Early Christian Basilica of Port de Fornells

    3 miles from the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Es Mercadal, Spain

  • Cala Tirant6beach

    Cala Tirant

    4 miles from the centre · Photo

    beach in Minorca

  • Cavalleria Beaches7beach

    Cavalleria Beaches

    5 miles from the centre · Photo

    beach in the municipality of Es Mercadal, in the north shore of Minorca, Spain

  • Arenal de Son Saura del Nord, Menorca8beach

    Arenal de Son Saura del Nord, Menorca

    5 miles from the centre · Photo

  • Cala Pudenta9beach

    Cala Pudenta

    5 miles from the centre · Photo

  • Cala Mica10beach

    Cala Mica

    5 miles from the centre · Photo

  • Cala Viola11beach

    Cala Viola

    6 miles from the centre · Photo

  • Playas de Fornells

    beach · 4 miles from the centre

Tours & tickets in Mercadal

Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Mercadal can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.

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Where to stay in Mercadal

Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Mercadal are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.

Hire a car

The easiest way to reach Mercadal and the villages around it is a hire car from Menorca (MAH), about 16 min away.

Best time to visit Mercadal

Getting there from the UK

By air

  • Menorca (MAH)11 miles, about 16 min by roaddirect flights from the UK

By car and ferry

Nearest ferry ports: Maó (11 miles), Ciutadella (14 miles), Alcúdia (52 miles).

Mercadal is good for

Around Mercadal

Towns and villages within an hour or so.

Questions people ask

Is Mercadal worth visiting?

Yes. Mercadal is known for Castle of Sant Antoni, Sanisera and Cape Cavalleria Lighthouse. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.

How do I get to Mercadal from the UK?

Fly to Menorca (MAH), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 16 min by road.

Is Mercadal good for families?

Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.

What is near Mercadal?

Maó (11 miles), Ferreries (4 miles), Sant Lluís (13 miles) and Alaior (5 miles) are all within an hour or so.

Where is Mercadal?

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