| Cap d'Artrutx and Lighthouse (picture by Peter Watts) |  |
Cap d'Artrutx and Lighthouse
Cap d'Artrutx and Lighthouse
This panorama shows the dramatic coastline of Cap d'Artrutx on the south-western corner of Menorca (Minorca) and the Cap d'Artrutx lighthouse.The lighthouse was built in 1859, and modified in 1970. The red and white lighthouse tower is 111m high and provides vital guidance to boats and ships rounding this point of Menorca during the night. It also acts as a good guide to craft heading in and out of the port at Son Xoriguer, not more than 1km away. This panoramic image was taken facing south off Menorca. You can see the lighthouse on Cap d'Artrutx on the left of the image, and to the right is the Punta des Bregarol. The coastline of this part of Meorca is very start with steep cliffs dropping into the sea.
Cap d'Artrutx is lined with holiday apartments and villas, and Son Xoriguer (with nearby Cala en Bosc) is a very popular holiday destination, especially for those interested in boating.
Getting there:
Cap d'Artrutx is about 9km south of Cuitadella on the PM-271. On the way you will pass Cala Santanria and Cala Blanca respectively.