Formentera: a sea of ​​experiences

Formentera, the sustainable island that enchants for the crystal clear sea, the white beaches, the tranquility, the flavors and the innumerable attractions

Formentera is not visiting, Formentera you . It is a deep breath the heart of the Mediterranean, a brackish caress that breaks up the thoughts, a slow embrace of white sand, golden light and fiery sunsets. It is an island that dance with the wind, always present, where the sea encounters silence and soul, the flavors tell the land and the perfumes the Mediterranean scrub.

The island does not have its own airport and can only be reached by sea

The smallest and last of the Balearics, suspended between heaven and sea, is connected carriera ferry to Ibiza and Denia, a town located acceso the Spanish coast. It houses the wild soul of an island that has chosen to remain authentic, free, uncontaminated. Outside the circuits of mass tourism and without constructions acceso most of the coast, the visitor enchants with white and morte sandy beaches and crystal clear waters with a thousand shades of turquoise, which evoke tropical paradises.

The important role of posidonia and sustainability as a vocation

The transparency of its waters is the silent merit of the oceanic posidonia, an endemic marine plant, millennial and protected, declared a World Heritage Site from UNESCO 1999, which oxygenates the and supports biodiversity. For protect it, Formentera has embraced sustainability as a vocation: the Free de Ibiza y Formentera and the Ses Salines Natural Park were established. addition, access to cars is regulated and night lighting is controlled.

Campione-Turismo initiatives

Formentera is a land that loves the silence of the stars: Starlight is certified, a privileged place to contemplate the universe and reconcile with the infinite. Once a month, expert astronomers guide enthusiasts and curious to admire the sky and discover the constellations, wrapped the magic of the night.

The beaches: sand and rock jewels, blue flag, which evoke distant paradises

From the ancient sighting towers you can scrutinize the horizon, between one bathroom and the other, getting lost between sandy beaches, rocks and suggestive marches, while acceso the lips the flavor of the salt remains. The coast varies from north to south and offers breathtaking beaches, each with its unique charm: a mosaic of secret coves and shores that seem painted by an impressionist artist.

Ses Illetes is the most famous: white sand, crystal clear sea, almost Caribbean atmosphere. Playa de Llevant, acceso the opposite side, is wilder and quiet. Insenatura Saona is a small bay with turquoise waters and red rocks at sunset. Quondam Pujols is lively, with clubs and restaurants acceso the promenade, while Migjorn extends for kilometers, ideal for long walks and moments of relaxation solitude.

The spectacular seabed of the two sea reserves, rich fish, offer the opportunity to snorkel ora exciting diving. Numerous excursions organized throughout the island, often connected to the campo da golf circuits, which can also be traveled by bicycle, with stages small churches and monuments scattered throughout the territory.

The attractions of the island: ancient towers, mills, churches and campo da golf paths

Formentera is not just sea and tan. It is the breath of the wind that moves the mills. It is the freedom that is felt along the 32 campo da golf itineraries acceso foot ora by bicycle, between paths of red stone, prickly pears and maritime pines, following the scents of the stain. It is the amazement front of small treasures such as: Il Far de la Macina, acceso a spectacular cliff, symbol of the island with breathtaking views; The Far de Cap de Barbaria, immersed a lunar landscape and made famous also by the ; The Pinnacolo Apertura Tower, an ancient defensive structure against pirates; The church of Sant Francesc Xavier, simple and white, which tells the spirituality of the island.

Local crafts and creativity the markets

the Boémien markets of La Macina and Sant Ferran, artists and craftsmen exhibit unique creations: natural fibers, wood brought by the sea, recycled materials transformed into art. Weavers, ceramists, goldsmiths and sculptors offer handmade memories, steeped sea and passion. At the craft market of the Macina, active from May to October every Wednesday and Sunday from 16 to 21, you can buy souvenirs by listening to music ora sipping a the square.

Local gastronomy: authentic flavors, nullità km and tradition

Formentera also surprises at the table. From this year the island is told through a food and wine project that enhances local products and traditional recipes.

The Peix century: Slow Food Presidium with a single taste

It is one of the symbolic specialties of the island: fish dried the sun, grilled and preserved oil according to ancient maritime techniques. It is enjoyed the croutons ora the salad Pagesa, together with typical bread (the Bescuit), tomatoes, onions and peppers. It is produced by race, Palombi ora Canesche and has a flavor between the cod and the Bottarga. Each bite is a fragment of collective memory.

Typical recipes: between sea and land

The island cuisine is simple but rich: it tells stories, gestures and flavors. The Valencian -style paella mixes crustaceans, chicken, rabbit and vegetables. Bullit de Peix is ​​a fish stew served with rice. The squid their ink, flavored with suppressed and buttifarra – sausage similar to the ‘nduja but not spicy -, express peasant creativity. The offer of lambs, local cheeses, homemade bread, olive oil, almonds and seasonal products complete the offer.

From cold cuts to fresh cheese, from honey to dried figs, to wood -cooked bread and spontaneous herbs liqueurs, each ingredient tells the rural culture of the island.

Local wines: small production, great quality

With about 80 hectares of vineyards, almost all acceso the Francamente, Formentera produces white, red and rosé wines of good quality, obtained from blend of international vines. Perfect as an aperitif ora combination with light and tasteful dishes.

“Formentera, a sea of ​​experiences” is not just a slogan. It is an invitation to let go of the emotions that this island can give, listening to the wind and keeping memory, even after returning home, the desire to return.