What is Líthica and why is it worthwhile?

Líthica is a foundation created to preserve Menorca’ s sandstone quarries and transform them into a unique cultural and scenic space. Strolling through its stone patios, paths and gardens is to understand the island from its raw material and its quarrying trade.

Recognized as of Ethnological InterestIt is part of the catalog of Historical Heritage of Menorca for its ethnological and landscape value. In 2019 it obtained the European Heritage Award / Europa Nostra for its exemplary recovery.

Ideal on cloudy days or if you are looking for a different plan beyond the beaches: here the texture of the stone, the light and the silence rule.

What to see in Líthica

Old quarries (manual extraction)

• A stone labyrinth among aromatic and fruit trees and a medieval-inspired garden, where nature reclaims the industrial space. It is a botanical and sensory walk, perfect for a leisurely stroll.

Modern quarries (mechanical extraction)

• Monumental courtyards of cubic geometry and vertical walls that impress with their scale and acoustics. In summer, these stages host concerts and performing arts within cycles such as Pedra Viva.

Visiting tips

• Best time: early or late in the day to enjoy shadows and mild temperatures.

• Comfortable shoes: the terrain is stony and uneven in some sections.

• Families: the labyrinth and gardens are a top plan with children.

• Respect the space: it is a heritage and natural site; follow the signs and do not climb the walls.

• Events: during the summer season, consult the calendar of concerts and activities.

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