Monte Toro
Es Mercadal, Spain
Menorca’s highest point at 358 m, topped by a sanctuary and a statue, with a view over almost the whole island. A winding paved road climbs from Es Mercadal to a car park at the top.
Monte Toro (El Toro) is, at 358 m, the highest mountain on Menorca; some sources give slightly different heights of between about 357 and 362 m. The summit is crowned by the sanctuary of the Mare de Déu del Toro. The present church dates from 1670 and stands on top of an older Gothic church; the complex also includes a defensive tower, a courtyard, a restaurant and a craft shop. According to legend, a bull led monks up the mountain, where they found an image of the Virgin. Nuns still live there today.
On a clear day you can see almost the whole island and parts of the Serra de Tramuntana on Mallorca. You can climb up on foot, by bike or by car; there is a large car park at the top. The view is best when the air is clear, for example in the morning or late afternoon.
- Nearest town
- Es Mercadal, Spain
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 39.9860, 4.1120
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Spain: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Many former toll motorways are now free; some AP roads still charge. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
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Nearby
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Campsites nearby
- Motorhome stopover · Es MercadalMotorhome stopover2 km from Monte ToroMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · FerreriesMotorhome stopover7 km from Monte ToroMotorhomes
- Camping Son BouCampsite8 km from Monte ToroTentsCaravansShowersToilets
- Càmping s'AtalaiaCampsite11 km from Monte ToroTentsCaravansElectricityShowersToilets
- Motorhome stopover · CiutadellaMotorhome stopover22 km from Monte ToroMotorhomes
- Motorhome stopover · Es CastellMotorhome stopover24 km from Monte ToroMotorhomesFree
All campsites in Spain · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Monte Toro?
Monte Toro is in Es Mercadal, Spain, at GPS 39.9860, 4.1120. It is about 8 km from Son Bou.
Can you camp near Monte Toro?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Son Bou, about 8 km away; within 25 km there are 6 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Monte Toro?
Monte Toro is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Menorca: Talayotic sites, lighthouses and turquoise coves.
What is there to see near Monte Toro?
Places worth a stop nearby: Cap de Favàritx (13 km), Talatí de Dalt (14 km), Cala Macarella (16 km) and Naveta des Tudons (19 km).
When is the best time to visit Monte Toro?
The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)