Formentera Travel Guide

Formentera

The smallest and most southerly of the Balearic Islands of Spain, Formentera, along with its sister island, Ibiza are known as the Pine Islands due to their abundant pine forests.  You can get around this scenic island with a Formentera car hire.

Formentera is flat and sandy with magnificent, unspoiled beaches.  There are a few places where the land rises to present spectacular cliffs to the sea.  It is the perfect vacation spot for activities such as cycling, walking, snorkeling and sailing.  Many parts of the island are actively managed as a national park.  These efforts include board-walks through the sand dunes to allow vegetation to regenerate.  Explore the natural wonders of Formentera by car hire.

One of the most distinguishing highlights of Formentera are it's perfectly transparent waters.  With goggles and a snorkel you can explore a whole other world full life and wonder just under the surface of the water.  Snorkel gear is widely available on the island.

Some of the fun things to do on the beaches of Formentera include renting a moped, relaxing in the sun, and playing in the sand.  Formentera has a strong nude beach culture with nudity common on all of its beaches.  The sole exception to this is the town beach in Es Pujols during the peak season.

You can save money on your island vacation when you book a cheap car rental in Formentera online before your trip.