Port Mahon, Menorca

Port Mahon (Maó) is the capital city of the island of Minorca (Menorca), one of the Spanish Balearic Islands located in the Mediterranean Sea. As well as Maó, Ciutadella and Fornells are other popular tourist areas on Menorca.

Port Mahon is one of the deepest natural harbors in the world. Within the city limits of Mahon, is the "village" at Trepucò, one of the best prehistoric sites on Minorca.

Things to See & Do

* Bars and late night entertainment on the harbor front at Mahon
* Historic centre of Mahon
* Prehistoric sites of talaiots, taules and navetas
* Fishing village at Fornells
* View from Monte Toro (highest point of the island)

General information

Cruise Season - Feb to Dec
Currency - Euro (€)
Language - Spanish and Menorqui
Land Area - 694.3 km² - Menorca
Population - 90,000 approx - Menorca
Electricity - 2 round pins European style
Time - GMT/UTC + one hour
International Country Telephone Code - + 34

Port Location - The Port de Mahon is located approximately 200m from the city centre.

Travel Links - Most western carriers fly directly to Mahón, including regular scheduled services with Easyjet and British Airways and many charter flights during the main Summer season.

Regular ferries from both mainland Spain and Majorca are also available.