Mahon, August 26, 2025 The 24th edition of the International Menorca Cycling Tour, to be held from October 17 to 19 of this year, includes a stage on the first day, which will cover the grounds of the Isabel II Fortress, including a stop at the Vickers Cannon. The organizing company of this sporting event. . .
Mahon, August 20, 2025 San Felipe Castle, located at the mouth of Mahon’s harbor, hides a great underground treasure that is well worth discovering for residents and visitors. This fortress was built on the southern shore of Mahon’s harbor in the mid-16th century, following the plans of the Italian engineer Juan Bautista Calvi. Its purpose. . .
Mahon, August 5, 2025 Colonel Antonio Rojas has been appointed by the Commander General of the Balearic Islands as President of the Board of Founders of the Menorca Military Consortium following the retirement of his predecessor, Colonel Víctor Manuel Herrero Álvarez. Colonel Rojas was appointed Secretary of the Permanent Commission of the Menorca Military Consortium. . .
Mahón, July 29, 2025 La Mola Fortress is a must-see if you’re coming to Menorca on vacation, but there are several activities that allow you to experience this cultural enclave from different perspectives. La Mola is a place steeped in history, nature, and stunning views over the port of Mahón. Be amazed by this unique. . .
Mahon, July 17, 2025 The Isabel II Palace hosted the third meeting of the year of the Permanent Commission of the Menorca Military Consortium (COMPER) this Thursday, July 17. It is important to note that this is the last meeting chaired by Colonel Víctor Manuel Herrero Álvarez, president of the Permanent Commission since July 12,. . .
Mahon, July 8, 2025 On July 17, a photography exhibition of La Mola will open in the Multipurpose Room of the Isabel II Palace (formerly the Military Government). Photographs taken by members of the Ateneu de Maó Photo Club will be taken. The exhibition will feature a total of 30 images from various areas of. . .
Mahon, July 1, 2025 La Mola Fortress has set a very ambitious goal this summer season with the intention of increasing the total number of visitors it received last year. In 2022, once the exceptional situation of the pandemic was over, La Mola received a total of 48,000 visitors. In 2023, the figure increased to. . .
Mahón, June 27, 2025 General Luis Alejandre will give a lecture next Tuesday, July 1, on “The Evolution of the Art of Fortification, from Vauban to d’Alembert.” The evolution of the art of fortification is characterized by a shift in focus from purely defensive fortification to a broader consideration that includes geometry, engineering, and military. . .
Mahón, June 26, 2025 This morning, a tribute was held at the base of Vickers Battery No. 1 in the La Mola Fortress to the 23 soldiers who died at the Llucalari Battery on June 26, 1953, due to the accidental detonation of 150 kg of gunpowder during a shooting exercise. The event, organized by. . .
Last Thursday, June 19, the Military Museum enjoyed a visit from two users from the Es Castell Day Center (Villacarlos-Georgetown). Slowly but with a lively spirit, they toured the museum’s facilities. They are an example for us; having reached old age and having limited mobility is no obstacle for these people with such spirit and. . .
