Historic site
Eastern Biniac naveta
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The Eastern Biniac naveta is a striking megalithic tomb located near Mahon, Menorca. This stone structure, shaped like an overturned boat, is a classic example of a naveta, a type of collective burial monument unique to the Balearic Islands. Built during the Talayotic period (c. 1500–800 BC), it consists of a rectangular chamber with a corbelled roof, accessed via a low entrance. The site is well-preserved, allowing visitors to see the original dry-stone construction and imagine the funerary rituals of the ancient Menorcans. What makes the Eastern Biniac naveta distinctive is its size and the clarity of its form, set in a peaceful rural landscape. You'll see the massive stone slabs forming the walls and roof, and you can peer inside the chamber. Informational signs provide context about the Talayotic culture and the naveta's function.
Don't miss
- View the well-preserved boat-shaped stone structure
- Peer inside the burial chamber through the low entrance
- Learn about Talayotic culture from on-site signs
- Photograph the megalithic architecture against the rural backdrop
- Combine with a visit to nearby prehistoric sites
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Eastern Biniac naveta
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way in1-hour boat trip around the Port of Mahón4.5★ · 142 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$23 per personSee dates →
Best full dayMahon & surroundings4.8★ · 120 travelers~7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$84 per personSee dates →More attractions in Mahon