Formentera
The last paradise of the Mediterranean
The smallest inhabited Balearic Island, 30 minutes by ferry from Ibiza. White sand, turquoise water and a slow rhythm. Our home all year round, shown as we would show it to a friend.
To read more: the New York Times guide to Formentera, the IUCN World Heritage Outlook on the Posidonia meadows, and Forbes on the island.
Our island
Six villages, each with its own character
La SavinaSant FrancescSant FerranEl Pilar de La MolaEs PujolsEs Caló1
Port · Arrivals
La Savina
The island’s only port: ferries, boats, bikes and sunset terraces.
Stay nearby: Casa Torre del Lago
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Capital · Culture
Sant Francesc
The heart of the island: the fortress church, the ethnographic museum and the farmers’ market.
Stay nearby: Villa Can Relax · Villa Paola · Villa Sahoneta · Villa Caro Gio
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Village · Evenings
Sant Ferran
Comes alive at night, with a lively square, open-air cinema and the legendary Fonda Pepe.
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Highlands · Market
El Pilar de La Mola
The high plateau of vineyards and cliffs, home to the island’s main craft market.
Stay nearby: Villa Panorámica · Casa Barrett · Can Eugenia
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Beach town · Lively
Es Pujols
A seafront promenade, restaurants and bars on an east-facing bay.
Stay nearby: Hotel in Es Pujols
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Fishing village · Calm
Es Caló
An old natural harbour, perfect for a quiet life and snorkelling in small coves.
Stay nearby: Villa Panorámica
Our top 5
What we never miss, after years on the island
01 · Go by sea
A boat day at Ses Illetes
Turquoise water, white sand and a swim off Espalmador.
02 · Wed & Sun, May–Oct
The La Mola hippie market
Local artisans, handmade jewellery and live music on the high plateau.
Stay nearby: Villa Panorámica · Casa Barrett
03 · Quiet mornings
Es Caló
An old natural harbour with white houses and fishermen’s slipways.
04 · Car-free
The island by bike
Flat green routes cross Formentera from end to end in a couple of hours.
05 · Golden hour
Es Cap de Barbaria
A lone lighthouse at the end of the island. Park 2 km before and walk.
Stay nearby: Villa en Can Parra · Finca Barbaria · Villa Ses Pedres · Casa Teodora
Beaches
Eight we love, one for every mood
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North
Ses Illetes
White sand and shallow water inside Ses Salines Natural Park.
9–11
North
Levante
Wide, quieter beaches on the other side of the peninsula.
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By sea
Espalmador
A protected islet with no bars at all. Only by boat.
12–17
South
Migjorn
Kilometres of sand, juniper woods and beach bars on the south coast.
Stay nearby: Villa Migjorn Km 9.5 · Villa Migjorn · Villa Paola · Villa Migjorn Km 8.5 · Villa en Ca Mari · Casa Bosque Migjorn
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South-east
Caló des Mort
A tiny cove of fishermen’s huts. Arrive early, bring a mask.
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West
Cala Saona
Cliffs, traditional boathouses and some of the best sunsets.
Stay nearby: Villa Can Relax · Villa Agua de Mar · Casa del Mur
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North-west
Natural pools
Caves and deep coves near Can Marroig. Best by boat or paddle surf.
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North
Cala en Baster
Tall cliffs and cave slipways: the most dramatic cove on the island.
Stay nearby: Casa Barrett
Where to eat
A short list to start with
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Ses Illetes
Es Molí de Sal
An old salt mill turned seafood restaurant. Order the lobster.
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Cavall d’en Borràs
Beso Beach
Relaxed and festive, with Ibiza on the horizon.
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Migjorn · Arenals
Hannah
On the white sands of Es Arenals, at the quiet end of Migjorn.
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Ses Illetes
Juan y Andrea
Family-run since 1971. Grilled fish with your feet in the sand.
We book your table for you, and we have many more recommendations: from beach shacks to the island’s best-kept secrets.
Experiences
The island from another angle
With children
An island made for families
Beaches
Shallow, calm water
Es Pujols and the inner side of Ses Illetes are gentle for little ones.
Bike
Safe cycling
Flat green routes, away from traffic, for the whole family.
Sunset
A picnic at the lighthouse
Es Cap de Barbaria in the evening light.
When to come
Every season has its charm
Apr – Jun
Spring
Mild days, wild flowers and quiet beaches.
Jul – Aug
Summer
Hot, lively and full. Book well in advance.
Sep – Oct
Autumn
Warm sea, fewer people, slow days.
Nov – Mar
Winter
Calm island life. Walks, bikes and many places closed.
Getting here
There is no airport on Formentera, and that is part of the magic
01
Fly to Ibiza
Direct flights from most European cities.
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Ferry to La Savina
Around 30 minutes from Ibiza port, with frequent sailings.
Stay nearby: Casa Torre del Lago
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Get around
Car, scooter or bike, waiting for you on arrival.
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