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Macar de Cala Pudenta
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Macar de Cala Pudenta is a BeachFinder spot in ES-BAL, ES. Today, compare water temperature 29°C, wind 10 km/h · E, uv 7.5, waves 0.4 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 80/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
29°C
Wind
10 km/h · E
UV
7.5
Waves
0.4 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 12, 10:30 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 80/100
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Updated: Aug 12, 10:30 AM
Water temp
29°C
Air temp
30°C
Feels like
34°C
UV index
7.5
Wind
10 km/h · E
Gust 21 km/h
Waves
0.4 m
Current
1 km/h · SE
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Macar de Cala Pudenta
Le Macar de Cala Pudenta is located in northern Menorca, Balearic Islands, immediately adjacent to Fornells and its port facilities. This section of the northeastern coast of the island, exposed to the western Mediterranean, is characterized by a succession of small rocky and sandy coves, typical of this indented coast. The site is only 100 meters from Cala Pudenta and Plage ES-BAL, forming with them a fragmented coastal ensemble where each micro-beach has its own character. Away from the main tourist routes, the area remains discreet, dominated by the island's limestone geology and rock formations that delimit access to the water. Le Macar de Cala Pudenta offers a minimalist seaside experience, without apparent facilities or leisure infrastructure. Access is via coastal paths connecting the various coves of northern Menorca, particularly popular with hikers and visitors seeking authenticity. Nearby, Cala Cabra Salada (1.9 km) and S'Arenalet in Fornells (2.1 km) offer alternatives with more developed facilities, while Cala Tirant (4.5 km) remains one of the largest bays in the region. The site itself remains spared from overcrowding, offering an atmosphere of relative solitude outside the summer peaks. No supervision is provided on this sector, and accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not guaranteed. The site does not benefit from the Blue Flag label. Visitors should anticipate their own water and equipment supplies, as restaurant and parking services are absent from the site itself. Those planning a day in the area will find these amenities in Fornells, a few kilometers south.
About this spot
Cala Pudenta derives its name from the Catalan "pudent," meaning "stinky" or "foul-smelling," likely referring to the algae and marine deposits that accumulate in this poorly ventilated micro-bay. Le Macar—a Menorcan term for a small beach or rocky ledge—represents a natural subdivision of this fragmented coastline. Menorca, less densely built than Mallorca, has preserved large portions of its northern coastline in an almost pristine state, notably through conservation land acquisitions since the 1980s. The Fornells region, a former fishing port that has become a moderate seaside resort, remains committed to this balance between tourist accessibility and preservation.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Macar de Cala Pudenta today?
29°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Macar de Cala Pudenta today?
10 km/h · E. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Macar de Cala Pudenta?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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