Lying close to the south of Ibiza, the Spanish Island of Formentera has a serenity and sparkling waters which is unique.
There are white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. Formentera boasts some of the most beautiful beaches. The coastlines are difficult to access by any other means except, usually, by scooter. You can rent a scooter in Formentera. The scooter rental in Formentera is easy and a Cooltra team will help you with everything you need. You will also receive recommendation and suggestions to make the most of your vacation.
The cliffs are difficult to reach, moped hire in Formentera will give you the freedom you need to ride the coastline of crystal clear waters and white sand beaches.
Formentera and history
This is an island of about 12,000 inhabitants. The official language is Catalan but Spanish is spoken by everybody. Many European languages are spoken by those who work in tourism which, incidentally, is also the island’s biggest employer. Formentera is 2km wide and only 20km long. It has a total land area of 82 square km. It is the smallest Balearic island. The highest point is 193 metres at La Mola. Formentera has no airport and it is usually reached by boat from Ibiza. The ride takes about 30 minutes on a fast ferry. After arrival, you can use a moto rent in Formentera.
The best of Formentera
The serenity and calmness of Formentera has attracted many people, including celebrities. A lot of visitors spend their time sunbathing, drinking, eating some of the best meals on offer and sleeping long hours. It is possible to see most of the attractions in a day or a little longer. There are also small villages you can visit using a Formentera scooter hire.
Going on a walk: The coast and inland are accessible by foot. Views from the cliff tops and fields are amazing. You can watch the sunset from a lighthouse. An incredible marine life lies just under the surface of the water.
The temperature of the day is higher around midday, therefore, it is recommended to use sunshade during this period. Some people choose to go for a sun tan.
Excellent cuisines: The restaurants in Formentera serve typical Mediterranean dishes. These come in a mix of local and foreign delicacies. Fresh fish products are in abundance. You can also find local items like honey, dried figs, and fresh cheese on the recipe.
Some of these excellent restaurants are located close to the beaches. Two beaches are popular with restaurants. The Ses Illetes and Playa Migjorn. They serve tasty cuisines.
Nature at its best
Formentera does not have tall buildings and skyscrapers in the resorts nor on the beaches. To make this beautiful island more environmentally-friendly, the people are encouraged to use more electric cars and electric scooters. The number of cars entering the island is limited.
The waters of Formentera are transparent because of the presence of Posidonia seagrass which covers the seabed of the Mediterranean. The pink-reflecting salt flats of the Ses Salines Nature Park adds to the beauty of the underwater grasses. The development of Formentera is restricted so its natural habitat can be preserved.
