11 Things to Do in Menorca in March

At this time of year, Menorca offers ideal conditions for you to enjoy your stay on the island to the fullest, as it is not yet too hot and there are not too many tourists. What's more, travelling to Menorca in March will give you the opportunity to do things that you couldn't do at other times of the year. Are you ready to discover everything Menorca has to offer in March? Here we go!

Winter is synonymous with stronger tides, which means much more aggressive waves on the coasts of all European beaches, from the Baltic to the Mediterranean.

However, this can be incredibly favourable for you if you enjoy surfing, as the beaches in the north and south of Menorca offer conditions that only exist at this time of year.

Added to this is the fact that in March the water temperature is warm enough that you don't feel the winter cold when surfing, but the waves you need for a unique sporting day are still there.

Enjoy other water activities

Menorca is a paradise for water activities, and March, as it is not yet high season, can be an ideal time to enjoy them:

• :::link|text=Take a boat trip around Menorca|element=pa-107013::: to explore the coast, dive into the Mediterranean Sea and enjoy some of the island's most beautiful coves.
• Take a kayak tour of Menorca and reach unique places that are only accessible by sea.
• Celebrate your first dive in Menorca and make your trip an absolutely unforgettable experience.

The old town of Menorca's citadel is one of the places you cannot miss on your itinerary of things to do in Menorca in March. It is located on the west coast, and its beautiful harbour often adorns most of the postcards sold to tourists on this Balearic island.

I recommend that you lose yourself in its streets to enjoy the true essence of the place. This won't be a headache, as the fact that you have chosen March for your trip means that you will be practically alone with the locals, who are internationally renowned for their warm hospitality.

The island's capital, Mahón, is another unmissable part of your trip to Menorca in March, as it is the second largest natural harbour on the planet. The architecture of the place is dreamlike, and if you like history, you will notice details that have remained since the time when it was the second British shipyard built beyond its geographical borders. I recommend booking a guided tour of Mahón so you don't miss a thing.

If you plan to spend March in Menorca, you must include a visit to some of the unspoilt beaches that abound throughout the island. As it is a protected Biosphere Reserve, you can find paradisiacal spots in both the north and south.

Most beaches arelikely to be empty or almost empty asthis is the low season for tourism. This is ideal for enjoying them at your own pace.

If you want to discover as many coves as possible, I recommend two options:

• Book a boat trip around the northern coves, where you will discover the most iconic coves such as Cala Pregonda, Playa de Cavalleria and Fornells.
• Book a boat trip to the southern coves, where you will discover magical coves such as Cala'n Bosch, Es Talaier, Turqueta, Macarella, Galdana, Trebaluger and Mitjana.

Just as Vedella Vermella beef is a gastronomic highlight on the island, so too are its cheeses. To be more specific, Mahón cheese is known throughout the country for its quality, as well as its unique texture and flavour.

Luckily for you, March in Menorca also means you can take advantage of these cheeses coming straight out of the maturing cellars on local farms, as these places have been busy all winter with cured and semi-cured cheeses.

And if you love not only seeing, but also doing and learning, booking a Mahón cheese workshop could be a highly recommended experience for you.

It is possible to walk around the entire island in March, thanks to the Camí de Cavalls, a 185 km trail that runs along the entire coastline, passing through farmland, beaches, coves, wetlands and ravines.

You can choose which section of the trail you want to enjoy, as there is no specific start or end point. It is advisable to take water and food with you. A towel would also be useful, as you will probably want to take a dip at one of the captivating beaches along the way.

The lack of tourists and the balance between sunshine and moderate temperatures will also make your hiking experience on the Camí de Cavals unforgettable. Above all, you will feel comfortable throughout the journey, which will encourage you to keep walking so that you can discover many more landscapes in a single day.

Travel the roads in a jeep

You can also do this fantastic route in Menorca on a jeep safari. Get your adrenaline pumping as you travel along the rural roads of this area and enjoy the best sunsets on the island. Are you up for it?

If you start the month of March in Menorca, you will have the opportunity to celebrate Balearic Islands Day anywhere on the island. Beginning on 1 March and continuing for at least another week, this date commemorates the creation of the Statute of Autonomy for these Mediterranean islands under Spanish jurisdiction.

The activities available range from cultural events in the squares and museums of the different towns in Menorca to other private celebrations in restaurants and hotels. It is an excellent opportunity to party and enjoy a gastronomic tour of what Menorca has to offer.

Gastronomic variety is one of the distinctive aspects of Menorcan culture, and Vedella Vermella beef is a fundamental part of the culinary universe of this corner of the Balearic Islands.

Planning a visit to Menorca in March is an excellent opportunity to taste dishes that include this beef in different variations and cuts. During this month, a gastronomic festival is organised in which different restaurants on the island participate. In addition, it is generally a hot topic of conversation when deciding what to eat during that month of the year.

Another must-do for your March visit to Menorca is to try to reach the Mirador del Toro, located at the highest point on the island, 358 metres above sea level. This site offers panoramic views of Menorca, and if the sky is clear, you can even see the neighbouring island of Mallorca.

Once you've finished your visit, you can take the car to Binibèquer Vell, a very authentic village that stands out for the architecture of its buildings, based on traditional Menorcan fishermen's houses. All the walls are white, and there is plenty of accommodation and gastronomic offerings in this part of the island.

Best of all, if you choose March in Menorca as your travel date, you won't have to wait in long queues to sit down to eat, and you won't have to worry about making reservations too far in advance at hotels in the area.

In Cala de Porter, located in the south of the island, you will find Cova d'en Xoroi, a natural cave formed inside a cliff that is named after a pirate who took refuge there for decades.

It is quite a touristy spot, so getting there by car is no problem, as there are plenty of signs. Going in the afternoon to stay for the night is a good idea, as when the moon rises in the sky, the sunsets are worthy of a painting.
What's more, the cave becomes one of the most iconic nightclubs in Menorca, and in March you'll have a little more space to enjoy yourself to the fullest with all your travelling companions.

It gets quite cold, especially on nights from January to March, as the wind hits the cliff head-on, so it's best to avoid any discomfort by bringing a coat.

It's a little unusual, but if you like to think outside the box and discover the more unconventional corners of a place, then Naveta de Tudons is the perfect place for you. March is also an ideal time to visit, as the moderate temperatures mean you won't suffer from the heat waves that tourists often experience in this corner of the island.

It consists of a funerary monument, and as strange as it may sound, it is one of the most important sites from the pre-Christian era in this corner of Europe. It dates back to a period estimated to be between 1,400 and 900 BC.

In fact, this place is so valuable that, by being there in March in Menorca, visiting the ruins, you would be supporting a site that is being evaluated to become a World Heritage Site.

If we talk about probabilities, it is a little more certain that Holy Week will fall at the end of March in Menorca. This means that the Catholic brotherhoods present on the island will hold their respective processions in most of the villages in the area, from north to south and east to west.

So, if this is something that interests you, you will be able to see these traditions, which have medieval origins and offer a fairly accurate perspective on what this week of Catholicism means to the local population.

Furthermore, all the recommendations on this list are feasible and convenient for you due to the conditions that arise during this month for tourism in Menorca.

As with everything in life, there are times that are more appropriate than others for making decisions. March in Menorca stands out as your best option among other times of the year due to the following factors:

• The weather at this time of year: you probably think that as it is still winter, it is a bad idea. But the reality is that the water in this part of the Mediterranean is already warm enough to be quite pleasant, and the persistent Balearic sun will keep you comfortable without having to suffer the high and extreme temperatures of summer.
• The number of visitors: this is perhaps the decisive factor, as March in Menorca means you can enjoy all the activities the island has to offer without having to put up with the large groups of tourists who flood the streets and beaches at the height of summer.
• Reduced costs: airfares and hotel reservations are cheaper in the low season. So, by planning your trip to Menorca for March, you will make significant savings compared to an identical trip in July or August.