Location

Fornells, Mercadal — one of the great natural harbours of the Mediterranean.

A long, sheltered bay protected by hills on three sides, opening north into open Mediterranean water. Perfect for first-time sailors, demanding enough for advanced passage work.

Aerial view of the bay of Fornells, Menorca

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Cruising the calas & harbours of Menorca.

A short passage in any direction from Fornells brings you to turquoise anchorages, wild north-coast bays and the historic harbours of Mahón and Ciutadella.

Aerial view of Port d'Addaia marina with white villas and moored yachts lining the sheltered inlet on Menorca's north coast — Port d'Addaia — a sheltered natural harbour a short sail south of Fornells, ideal for a first overnight passage.

Elevated view down the long, narrow entrance to Port d'Addaia with pontoons and islets on Menorca's north coast — The approach into Addaia — a winding, pilotage-rich entrance that rewards careful navigation.

Two motor cruisers anchored in a small pine-fringed cove with clear turquoise water on Menorca's south coast — A quiet lunchtime anchorage in one of Menorca's south-coast calas — clear water, pine-fringed rock and light traffic.

Aerial view of Cala Macarella and Cala Macarelleta beaches with sailing yachts anchored in turquoise water below limestone cliffs — Cala Macarella — the classic south-coast anchorage, sheltered from the tramontana and a favourite stop on our summer cruises.

A catamaran and two yachts at anchor in Cala Algaiarens, a horseshoe cove backed by pine forest on Menorca's north-west coast — Cala Algaiarens on the wild north-west coast — a stunning day-sail from Fornells when the wind allows.

Ciutadella harbour at dusk with the cathedral silhouette above fishing boats and yachts along the historic quay — Ciutadella harbour at dusk — the historic western capital, and one of the great overnight stops in the Balearics.

Fleet of sailing yachts and motor boats anchored between limestone cliffs in the turquoise waters of Cala Macarelleta, Menorca — Fleet at anchor in Cala Macarelleta — a short passage from Ciutadella and a highlight of our summer cruising ground.

Getting here

Fly into Menorca Airport (MAH). Fornells is around 35 minutes north by taxi or hire car. We can advise on transfers and accommodation when you book.

Find us

Fornells, Es Mercadal, Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain.

Winter base

Reial Club Marítim de Barcelona.

Through the winter and shoulder seasons we move the fleet to the Reial Club Marítim de Barcelona, in the historic Port Vell at the heart of the city. Mild winter sailing, steady sea breezes and a front-row seat to recent America's Cup waters — ideal for RYA courses and mile-building passages along the Catalan coast when Menorca is quiet.

The club sits a short walk from Barceloneta and the Gothic Quarter, with fast connections from Barcelona–El Prat (BCN). From here we run coastal cruises to Sitges, the Costa Brava and, weather permitting, offshore passages back to the Balearics.

Winter base contact

Phone: +34 695 806 029

UK: +44 7533 667 440

Email: Sail@mtsail.com

Visiting & parking

The club is on Moll de la Barceloneta in Port Vell. The best drop-off point is at the club gates; paid parking is available in the nearby Port Vell car parks and along Passeig de Colom. Allow a few minutes to walk from the parking area to the pontoons.

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Cruising Menorca

Where we sail — the routes & anchorages of Menorca.

From Fornells we reach Addaia, Es Grau, the great natural harbour of Mahón, Cala Galdana and Pregonda — explore our favourite stops around the island.

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