Formentera is known for its beaches and transparent waters, but if we visit its interior we will find small towns, lighthouses, towers and mills, lakes and salt pans, caves and hidden caves, and beautiful forests of junipers and pines that alternate with dunes and rocks of shapes capricious.

ES CALÓ DE SANT AGUSTÍ
Small population of fishing tradition with a peculiar natural harbor and traditional restaurants. Its wooden boathouses, whose function is to protect small boats from salt water, were declared a place of cultural interest in 2002. The walk around is full of contrasts: the small sandy coves of Ses Platgetes to the west and the cliffs of the Mola to the east. Nearby is the starting point of the green route 25, which runs through the historic path to climb up to La Mola, known as the Camí de Sa Pujada. As we ascend we will be surprised by the best views of the island, the Racó de Sa Pujada and the Pou des Verro.

FARO DE LA MOLA
On the east end of the island, it is considered by many visitors as a magical place, like a beacon of the end of the world. Next to the lighthouse is a monolith in honor of the writer Jules Verne for the mention he makes in his book “Hector Servadac (travel and adventures through the solar world).” The most direct way to get to the lighthouse from Pilar de La Mola without stepping on the road is to do it via greenway 29. This route is also a passport to travel in time a hundred years ago, due to the rustic character of its rural landscape , the presence of cattle and the pleasant surprise of finding a house to the left of the road cataloged as architectural heritage, for its typical features perfectly preserved. A formidable panoramic from the cliffs of La Mola will put the final icing on this unforgettable ride.

FARO DEL CAP DE BARBARIA
The image of an almost desert landscape, a narrow road, the distant lighthouse in the center and the blue of the sea in the background, is part of the collective cinematographic imaginary. The protagonist lighthouse of this photograph captured by Julio Medem in the movie “Lucía y el sexo” is that of Es Cap de Barbaria, located in the southwestern corner of the island. Es Cap de Barbaria is the rocky elevation located to the south of the island and is also a place where sensations of immense solitude and freedom come together. It is a meeting place for the sunsets for the wonderful views of the magical islet Es Vedrá. A short distance from the lighthouse is an eighteenth-century watchtower, Torre des Garroveret, which once protected the island from invaders. The green routes 8, 10 and 11 will lead us here, also passing through the prehistoric sites of Cap de Barbaria.

ESTANY DES PEIX
It is a small lagoon with a narrow opening to the sea that allows the entry of small boats for anchoring. This small lake is an ideal setting for the practice and learning of water sports with small draft vessels: windsurfing, kayaking, sailing … In addition, it has small shallow beaches, which together with its warm temperature exceeds that of the sea, make it an ideal destination to spend an afternoon at the beach with children.

ESTANY PUDENT Y SES SALINES
The Estany Pudent is the great lake that is located to the north of the island, between the towns of La Savina and Es Pujols, and it is forbidden to swim. It is a highly recommended place to walk on foot or by bicycle, both for its scenic value and its importance for the sighting of the many birds. The Camì D’es Brolls borders a large part of the lake and, as the name suggests, contains underground “fountains” of fresh water, making possible an ideal vegetation for birds to nest. In winter it is common to observe flamingos, as well as herons and mallards. In this peculiar environment, reeds, reeds and other freshwater flora coexist with vegetation adapted to the saline environment creating authentic marshes. Very close we find Ses Salines, characteristics for the pink and violet tonalities that they present, especially in summer. They are cultural heritage of Formentera and were the only industry of the island in the pre-tourist era.

CAN MARROIG Y PUNTA DE SA PEDRERA
Visiting the eastern coast, between the port of Savina and Cala Saona, we find a steep coast formed by a desert of rocks of strange and curious shapes, which is known as Sa Pedrera and was once a quarry. Visiting this coast from the sea with a boat will allow us to enjoy the enormous marine wealth that is found in it. It is recommended to practice snorkeling because of its shallowness in the proximity of the coast and it is usual to see the diving excursions for the beauty of its seabed with a great presence of Posidonia. They complete this varied landscape, the next wooded area in which the Can Marroig estate is located. Here we can enjoy the shade of its pines and junipers or take a short break taking advantage of its facilities prepared for a family picnic. In addition, this space offers visitors information and educational activities related to the protected natural environment.

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