Get to know Monte Toro in Menorca and why it is so special

Monte Toro is not so high but it is the highest point on the Balearic Island of Menorca and is a great day out in many ways for locals and tourists alike. After buying a beautiful home, a high-end villa, house or a modern flat, you can benefit from the scenic beauty, breath taking views and impressive sights of Monte Toro. In this blog by real estate agent Engel & Völkers Menorca, learn more about the mountain and the legend surrounding its name!

Monte Toro: Beautiful views, impressive landscapes and good food

As well as the beautiful beaches, unique coves and shores kissed by crystal clear waters, Monte Toro, with a height of 358 metres, is also among the many highlights to enjoy on Menorca. An excursion you are sure to repeat again and again once you have found your perfect home on the island with the local estate agent, Engel & Völkers. Join other local homeowners and visitors to explore Monte Toro and to enjoy the incredible panoramic views over the entire island unique to this one place. Spot the cities of Mahón and Ciutadella, as well as the municipalities of Fornells and Son Bou among the many others you might recognise. You might even get a glance of neighbouring Mallorca if the weather is clear.

It does not matter if you are not top fit the mountain is accessible for everyone and can very easily be reached by car and for the more energetic by bike or even walking. At the top you will find Monte Toros bar-restaurant "Sa Posada del Toro” that has a great choice of food on the menu and is open every day from 1 May to 31 October.

After buying a finca, villa or flat in Menorca, you should definitely visit Es Mercadal, which is one of the most beautiful villages on the island and is located at the foot of the mountain. In this village, on the third weekend of July, the traditional festival of San Martin 'jaleos' (festivities) take place, where horses and their riders perform in a colourful show with flags and music. If you want to buy an exclusive property in Menorca and discover more of the many secrets of the island, contact real estate agents Engel & Völkers Menorca! With our local agents you will feel at home immediately, they will happily share their knowledge of the island and will naturally help you to find that perfect house. 

The legend that gave Monte Toro its name

The name of the mountain is linked to an ancient legend that goes as follows. "Toro" means "bull" and, according to folklore, refers to a bull that guarded the summit of the mountain in the 13th century. A few monks, supposedly the only visitors allowed access by the animal, saw a vision of the Virgin Mary there. In the 17th century, the "Sanctuary of the Virgin of Monte Toro" was built on the mountain, consisting of a monastery and a church with three chapels. In the sanctuary there is an interesting statue of the Virgin, now the patron saint of the island. According to another interpretation, the name "Monte Toro" does not come from the Spanish word "toro", but from the Arabic word "tor", which means "height".

Property owners in Menorca who are interested in historical culture can visit two further interesting sites on Monte Toro. One is an old defence tower, formerly used for military purposes and the second is a large statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, located near the sanctuary of the Virgin of Monte Toro. Buy a finca, villa or flat in Menorca and discover the uniqueness of the island.

Buy a house in Menorca and experience the many sides of Monte Toro at leisure

Interested in buying a property in Menorca? Check out this absolutely unique finca in Es Mercadal with Engel & Völkers. If you decide to buy this wonderful property, you will enjoy having Monte Toro close to home. This house has 5 bedrooms, 2 garages, a helipad, a swimming pool and a little flat for family and friends or granny all with fantastic views as far as the sea and of Monte Toro!

If you are searching to buy a high-quality house in Menorca we recommend that you partner with a recognised real estate agent and insist on a transparent and professional service at all stages of your search. Engel & Völkers are experts in their field and have just closed a fantastic year making dreams come true for many new home owners. We will be happy to introduce you to our unique range of properties and share some local knowledge! Contact us today!