Can I drink tap water in Menorca?

The water in Menorca is entirely safe to drink, although it may not taste great, so you may prefer to stick to bottled mineral water that's readily available across the island. In the summer season, the sun poses one of the biggest threats to health so avoid the midday sun and use a high factor sunscreen.



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