Formentera, Mediterranean island near Ibiza, Spain
Description
Formentera is a Mediterranean island in the Balearic Islands, Spain, covering roughly 83 square kilometers. It consists of several small villages linked by narrow roads and bike paths, along with sandy coastlines and shallow bays.
History
From the early 15th century until around 1700, the island was left empty because pirates from North Africa threatened the region. Afterward, families from neighboring Ibiza began to settle here again.
Culture
The name Formentera comes from the Latin word for wheat, recalling a time when farming shaped daily life here. Today the island is known for simple white houses and fishermen who moor their boats at small harbors.
Practical
Ferries run regularly between Ibiza Town and the port of La Savina, as this is the only way to reach the island. Bicycles are a popular way to get around since the roads tend to be flat.
Did you know?
The seabed around the coast holds large meadows of Posidonia seagrass, which help keep the water remarkably clear. Several musicians including Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix spent time here looking for inspiration for their work.
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Platja de ses Salines
5.9 km
Platja d'Illetes
5.9 km
Far de la Mola
12.3 km
Barbaria Lighthouse
8.4 km
Cala Saona Beach
5.5 km
Es Arenals
6.5 km
Caló des Mort
7.4 km
Església de Sant Francesc Xavier
2 km
Platja de Migjorn
6.4 km
Marina de Formentera
4.8 km
Hippiemarkt
9.8 km
Dolmen de Ca na Costa
3 km
Es Calo
6.5 km
Es Trucadors
6.9 km
Salt evaporation ponds in Formentera
4.6 km
Platja de Llevant
5.3 km
Es Pujols
2.8 kmEstany d'Es Peix beach
3.7 km
Sa Roqueta
3.7 km
Sa Capella de Sa Tanca Vella
1.8 km
Cavall d'en Borràs beach
4.8 km
Cala Envasté
2.5 km
Torre de sa Punta Prima
3.1 km
Tramuntana
3.6 km
Castellum Romanum de Can Blei
4.6 km
Església del Pilar de la Mola
9.9 km
Cabo de Barbaria ll
6 km
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