Barcelona to Fornells, Menorca
Yachtmaster · Balearic Sea (home waters)
The crossing between our two bases, about 130 nm, with a landfall on Menorca's exposed north coast.
Training data only — not for navigation. Use official charts, tide tables and almanacs.
Distance
119.3 nm
Time @ 5 kn
23h 52m
ETA
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Waypoints and legs
| # | Name | Lat | Lon | Leg | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | start | ||||
| 2 | 10.7 nm · 114°T | ||||
| 3 | 49.0 nm · 132°T | ||||
| 4 | 56.0 nm · 134°T | ||||
| 5 | 3.5 nm · 140°T |
Tidal gates & timing
- No tidal gates; avoid arriving on the north coast in a fresh northerly.
Hazards
- Tramontana on Menorca's north coast
- Ferries on the Barcelona–Mahón route
- Rocks off Cap de Cavalleria
Pilotage
- Fornells entrance is narrow; enter in daylight and keep mid-channel
Ports of refuge
- Ciutadella
- Port d'Addaia
- Mahón
Suggested departure
- Evening from Barcelona for a daylight arrival at Fornells
Checklist
- Forecast and outlook checked
- Crew briefed, watch plan set
- Boat, engine, fuel and water checked
- Safety kit and VHF/DSC tested
- Passage plan left ashore