Discover everything the Port of Maó has to offer

After having to cancel last year’s edition due to weather conditions, the Balearic Port Authority is once again organizing an Open Day to showcase the work carried out at the port and bring the sea closer to the public.

On Saturday, June 7, the Port of Maó will open its doors for “Viu el port,” a day full of activities and workshops for the whole family.

The sea, Balearic nautical culture, and the port itself will take center stage in this Open Day event, with countless activities taking place throughout the day in various locations around the Port of Maó.

Culture, tradition, music, sports, and maritime history will be the main themes for attendees to enjoy. Highlights include guided tours of the shipyard, the Favàritx lighthouse, the Illa del Rei, and the Fishermen’s Guild. Visitors can also explore the Salvamar (Maritime Rescue vessel), meet the port police, learn about traditional Menorcan boats, and visit the mussel farms of La Solona.

Those interested in water sports can enjoy a canoeing exhibition, try out a canoe themselves, discover Dragon boats, or set sail on a sailing boat around the port.

Of course, the family event also includes music, dance, and even equestrian shows. At the Cruise Pier, there will be performances of traditional and modern dances, as well as various children’s activities.

Note that some of the activities require prior registration. You can view the full “Viu el port” schedule — including all activities, workshops, talks, times, and exact locations — at the following link: https://viuelport.com/

In support of sustainable mobility, the port authority will provide a free shuttle train for attendees to travel around the port — a way to reduce traffic and emissions.

“VIU EL PORT” SCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise Pier

10:00–11:00: Magic show

10:00–11:30: Pilot boat visits

10:00–12:30: Meet the Salvamar

10:00–13:00: Ride on electric llaüt

10:00–14:00: Emergency services demo

10:00–14:00: Be a firefighter for a day

10:00–14:00: Meet the port police

10:00–14:00: Road safety circuit

10:00–14:00: Mooring process demo

10:00–11:00: Trips to the Illa del Rei

10:00–12:30: Trips to La Solona mussel farms

10:00–19:00: Information point

11:00–12:00: Storytime

11:00–12:45: Port of Maó boat tour

12:00–13:30: Canoe and small sailboat rides

12:00–13:00: Equestrian show

17:00–18:00: Children’s entertainment

18:00–19:00: Modern dance showcase

19:00–20:00: Traditional dancing

20:00–21:00: Habaneras concert

21:30–22:00: Balearic Port Authority Trophy ceremony

22:00–00:00: Final concert

• Maritime Station

10:00–11:00: Talk: The port of the future

11:00–12:00: Talk: Natural values in Maó Bay

13:00–14:00: Talk: Marine research in Maó

• Fishermen’s Guild

10:00–14:00: SOCIB Kids: What kind of oceanographer do you want to be?

10:00–14:00: SOCIB photo exhibition

10:30–12:30: Creative recycling workshop

12:00–13:00: Guided tour of the Fishermen’s Guild

12:00–14:00: Fishing gear exhibition

12:00–14:00: Visit fishing boats

• Levante Pier

10:00–14:00: Discover traditional Menorcan boats

• Illa del Rei

10:15–13:00: Botanical art workshop

10:15–11:30: Guided museum tour

• Cales Fonts

10:30–11:30: Dragon Boat experience

10:30–12:00: Canoeing introduction

10:15–12:30: Sea baptism

• Llatzeret Island

08:00–14:00: Guided tours of Llatzeret

• Sant Felip Castle

10:00–12:00: Guided visit

• La Mola Fortress

10:30–17:00: Fortress tour

• Cós Nou Shipyard

10:00–11:30: Guided shipyard tour

• Naval Station

By registration: Visit the Naval Station of Maó

• La Solona Mussel Farms

10:00–12:30: Visit the mussel farms

• Nautical Exhibition

10:00–10:45: Canoeing exhibition

11:30: Coastal regatta – Balearic ORC Cruiser Championship

• Favàritx Lighthouse

09:30–12:30: Guided lighthouse tour

• Es Castell

10:00–12:00: Visit to the Menorca Military Museum

11:00–13:00: Family-friendly activities

• Cavalleria Lighthouse

10:00–13:00: Fareras exhibition: “The Light That Guides Us”