Formentera is known as the last paradise of the Mediterranean for having successfully combined tourism with environmental protection.
The efforts of several generations of Formentera’s residents have made it possible to preserve an island whose beaches, crystal-clear waters, and climate make it a small jewel of the Mare Nostrum.
Formentera can only be reached by boat from Ibiza. This limited accessibility makes it a peaceful place to escape stress and overcrowding. The island can be enjoyed by cycling around it or swimming along its more than 20 km of white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters, where all kinds of water sports can be practiced. The secret behind Formentera’s exceptionally clear sea and long beaches—setting it apart from the rest of the Mediterranean—is the Posidonia seagrass meadow that surrounds the island, a natural filtration system that purifies the water and allows sand to settle along the coastline. A true underwater forest that was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999.
The island’s tourism success, cherished by both residents and visitors, lies in the fact that people still find something different in Formentera. This difference is defined by respect for nature, the preservation of its own culture, and a vision of achieving exclusivity through environmental protection.
Other defining features of Formentera are its sense of freedom and its light, which since the 1970s have attracted artists and artisans who today form part of the island’s distinctive cultural heritage. Their designs in clothing, accessories, and jewelry, as well as their artworks, are powerful symbols of Formentera.