Son Bou
Alaior, Illes Balears · Illes Balears
Description
One of the south's most popular beaches, known for sand quality, size, tourist amenities, and excellent facilities.
Son Bou is a semi-urban beach of sand in Alaior (Illes Balears). The sand is golden.
It measures 2,300 metres long and 40 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
Sea conditions per the registry: calm water. It is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
The MITECO registry records a lifeguard service at this beach. Hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Toilets, Children's area, Surf zone, Diving, Nudism.
Facilities per the MITECO beach registry. “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty. Always check local signage before swimming.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lifeguard at Son Bou?
Yes. The MITECO beach registry records a lifeguard service here. Cover is usually seasonal, so check the posted hours when you arrive.
How do you get to Son Bou?
According to the MITECO registry, Son Bou is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Son Bou a good beach for children?
Son Bou has no children's area on record. The registry describes calm water. There is a lifeguard service. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Son Bou have a Blue Flag?
Yes. Son Bou is listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data, an award that requires bathing-water quality, services and environmental information.
Nearby beaches
| Beach | Municipality | Water temperature | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sant Tomas | Es Migjorn Gran | 26.4°C | — |
| Sant Adeodato | Es Migjorn Gran | 26.4°C | — |
| Binigaus | Es Migjorn Gran | 26.4°C | — |
| Cala'n Porter | Alaior | 26.3°C | Yes |
| Cala Trebaluger | Es Migjorn Gran | 26.4°C | — |
| Cales Coves | Alaior | 26.3°C | — |
| Cala Mitjana | Ferreries | 26.4°C | — |
| Cala Galdana | Ferreries | 26.4°C | Yes |
| Cala Canutells | Maó | 26.3°C | — |
| Cala Macarella | Ciutadella de Menorca | 26.5°C | — |
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