Ses Salines Natural Park, Natural park and UNESCO World Heritage Site in southern Ibiza and northern Formentera, Spain.
Ses Salines Natural Park spans 2,838 hectares of land and 13,000 hectares of sea between Ibiza and Formentera, featuring salt marshes and Mediterranean ecosystems.
Salt extraction in the park began around 600 BCE when Phoenicians established operations, continuing through various civilizations as a major economic resource.
The park contains traditional salt production facilities and defensive towers along the coastline, representing centuries of human interaction with the landscape.
Visitors can access the park through marked trails, with restricted vehicle entry to protect the environment and dedicated areas for bird watching.
The underwater meadows of Posidonia plants maintain water clarity, protect beaches from erosion, and provide shelter for 210 bird species.
Location: Balearic Islands
Inception: 2001
Part of: Ibiza, Biodiversity and Culture
Address: 07818 Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Balearic Islands, Spain 07818 Sant Josep de sa Talaia 07818 Sant Josep de sa Talaia
GPS coordinates: 38.80000,1.42611
Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:44
Ibiza showcases a Mediterranean heritage that extends far beyond its reputation for partying. The island features Dalt Vila, a fortified medieval quarter from the 16th century, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, with a Gothic cathedral and a castle overlooking the port. The coastline alternates between protected coves like Cala Saladeta, nestled among limestone rocks and pine forests, and larger beaches such as Cala Tarida, stretching over 900 meters. Offshore, the islet of Es Vedra rises from the sea at an elevation of 1,253 feet (382 meters), creating a nature reserve home to falcons and wild goats. The shoreline reveals preserved bays with Mediterranean pines descending to white sand. Cala Comte includes three distinct coves framed by rocky formations, while Cala Bassa provides easy access via parking and seaside amenities. The Punta Arabí market, established in 1973, has brought together local artisans and creators for half a century, offering textiles, jewelry, and decorative objects. An island that combines history, nature, and local life away from nightlife scenes.
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.
Platja d'en Bossa
10.4 km
Platja d'Illetes
5.4 km
Platja de ses Salines
5.7 km
Platja de s'Alga
2.1 km
Dolmen de Ca na Costa
8.4 km
Sa Torreta
1 km
En Pou lighthouse
428 m
Torre de Ses Portes
4 km
Platja de Llevant
6 km
Es Pujols
8.9 km
Església de Sant Francesc de s'Estany
8.3 km
Sa Roqueta
7.6 km
Ahorcados Lighthouse
2 km
Cavall d'en Borràs beach
6.6 km
Torre de sa Punta Prima
9.4 km
Platja des Cavallet
5.7 km
Far de la Savina
7.2 km
Can Marroig
8.6 km
Torre de Sal Rossa
8.4 km
Torre de sa Punta de la Gavina
9.9 km
Sa Torreta
1.8 km
Centre d'Interpretació Sant Francesc
8.3 km
Església de Sant Jordi de ses Salines
10.5 km
Torre de Can Toni Rei
9.1 km
Ses Canyes
7.7 km
Pas de n'Adolf beach
4.5 km
Ses Salines
6.9 km
Punta de sa Pedrera
7.6 kmReviews
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