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Formentera, Mediterranean island near Ibiza, Spain

The 20-kilometer-long island features white sand beaches, transparent waters, and two lighthouses that mark its extremities at La Mola and Cap de Barbaria.

Phoenician merchants established settlements on the island in 2000 BCE, using its natural salt pans for preservation and trading across the Mediterranean Sea.

Local residents maintain traditional practices of salt harvesting and fishing, while preserving the architectural style of cubic white houses throughout the island.

Ferries connect the island to Ibiza every 30 minutes during summer, and visitors can rent bicycles or electric vehicles to explore the terrain.

The island contains extensive fields of Posidonia oceanica seagrass, forming an underwater ecosystem that maintains water clarity and supports marine biodiversity.

Location: Balearic Islands

Location: Formentera

Capital city: Sant Francesc de Formentera

Address: Formentera, Balearic Islands, Spain 07871

Website: http://consellformentera.com

GPS coordinates: 38.70000,1.45000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:54

Must-visit Sites in Formentera, Balearic Islands

Formentera is home to soft white sand beaches, rocky coves, and historical lighthouses. The northern part hosts the famous beaches of Ses Illetes and S'Espalmador with their sandbanks. To the south, Migjorn stretches over several kilometers. The natural sites of the Ses Salines Park and the lighthouses of La Mola and Cabo de Berberia offer stunning views of the Mediterranean. Smaller beaches like Calo Des Mort and Cala Saona are ideal for observing the rich marine life in this area.

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