Formentera advice

bvdn said:
Does anyone know how far is from Ses Illetes to the very north point (punta des Borronar) the divion to Es Palmador. Is it a walkable distance? Worth the view? Can I go with an ATV?? Is allowed to cross the dunes with an ATV?
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It is 2.9km from where the tourist bus terminates, 3.4 from "Checkpoint Charlie" (The toll booth!) and 4.8 from the regular bus stop (L1) near Beso Beach. Yes, it's walkable and there are bars on the way up to the final bar at El Ministre; after that you're on your own! No idea what an ATV is, but beyond the El Ministre I've never seen a bicycle, let alone anything larger!

I've been up to the top for the sunset, walked back in the twilight and reached the road when proper dark.
 
to answer the question re ATV, you aren't allowed to leave the road with any kind of vehicle. at es ministre the road stops and from there you'll have to walk.
 
Planning to do a half day cycling in Formentera on Saturday the 26th april

any company's anyone would recommend for hiring a Ebike?

I've been quoted 27 euros for 11-16.00 which seems reasonable, planning on just having a cycle about and couple smokes, anywhere special to check out ?
 
Has anyone checked out the new chiringuitos along Playa Mighorn yet?

Genuinely disappointed to see Kiosko62 and Lucky bar and Piratabus gone and now replaced. Not my concern the reasons behind it but they felt like the beating heart of the beach scene combined with that authentic belearic vibe. Spent many afternoons and sunsets at Kiosko62 and it was a great vibe with the Bologna crowd down at Lucky.

Guess nothing stays the same after all.
 
Oi, que pasa?! No new posts here for a long while... did anybody visit Formentera this summer? If so, any tips you want to share with us?
 
hopefully 22nd or 23rd. Looks like it'll be four of us on bikes. Given that 2 of them are keen cyclists, will probably go a lot further than Es Pujols this time
 
The Sun God said:
hopefully 22nd or 23rd. Looks like it'll be four of us on bikes. Given that 2 of them are keen cyclists, will probably go a lot further than Es Pujols this time
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I'm thinking of hiring a bike for a week (not electric); I've come across this site and less than 60e for a week looks good value - of course there are many more so if anyone can suggest good (not neccesarily cheaper) providers I'd be grateful. Must be based in Es Pujols!

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@The Sun God @2H76 A ride up to La Mola be a good test for the legs. Gets pretty steep on the way up there. Cala Saona be a nice ride to do also. if you're on the roads do take care though guys as you probably already know the roads can be a little hazardous.
 
Moondust said:
@The Sun God @2H76 A ride up to La Mola be a good test for the legs. Gets pretty steep on the way up there. Cala Saona be a nice ride to do also. if you're on the roads do take care though guys as you probably already know the roads can be a little hazardous.
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I cheated and went up using the bus and walked back down, spectacular views from the footpath!
 
Hi guys😊

I've been to Formentera a few times but never really explored it much and enjoyed it, so now I will go in June for a couple of days (hope it won't be super busy already) and I am planning to just walk around the green routes from towns to beaches, enjoying sunrises and sunsets, food and drinks and taking it easy!

Sooo any suggestions on cute markets, chiringuitos, local restaurants? I know and saved already quite a few of them, but would love to hear from you and maybe of any secret spots (if they still exist lol)??

Thanksssss☀️
 
burton said:
Might pop over this weekend. Gather it could be a little warmer than Ibiza?
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you'll hardly notice a real difference between the two islands. but go anyway, formentera is beautiful right now before the season properly kicks off.

MiyuSusy said:
Hi guys😊

I've been to Formentera a few times but never really explored it much and enjoyed it, so now I will go in June for a couple of days (hope it won't be super busy already) and I am planning to just walk around the green routes from towns to beaches, enjoying sunrises and sunsets, food and drinks and taking it easy!

Sooo any suggestions on cute markets, chiringuitos, local restaurants? I know and saved already quite a few of them, but would love to hear from you and maybe of any secret spots (if they still exist lol)??

Thanksssss☀️
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I'd recommend you rent a bicycle or ebike or scooter for a day or two. there's so many lovely places to go and see.
 
Just personal observation (so pinch of salt and all that) Ibiza does seem to "collect" inland cloud cover due to the hills when Formentera remains clear. That happens where there are hills, after all I live on the slopes of the Pennines!!

Best example is Gibraltar when the wind's from the east, the moist air rises over the Rock and on the leeward side condenses and smothers the town in cloud on the clearest day. There are pics of that around, I'll dig one out!

Edit; https://www.facebook.com/reel/1711131913388399
 
2H76 said:
Just personal observation (so pinch of salt and all that) Ibiza does seem to "collect" inland cloud cover due to the hills when Formentera remains clear. That happens where there are hills, after all I live on the slopes of the Pennines!!

Best example is Gibraltar when the wind's from the east, the moist air rises over the Rock and on the leeward side condenses and smothers the town in cloud on the clearest day. There are pics of that around, I'll dig one out!

Edit; https://www.facebook.com/reel/1711131913388399
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that might happen sometimes, I can tell you it was exactly the other way around a few weekends ago when ibiza hardly got any rain and formentera got quite a bit
 
stivi said:
you'll hardly notice a real difference between the two islands. but go anyway, formentera is beautiful right now before the season properly kicks off.



I'd recommend you rent a bicycle or ebike or scooter for a day or two. there's so many lovely places to go and see.
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thank you Stivi😊 I will stay just 3 days, I was thinking to just walk (i love walking and it shouldn't be too hot mid june??) and bus if im tired on the way back haha, but i will think about the ebike!
 
MiyuSusy said:
thank you Stivi😊 I will stay just 3 days, I was thinking to just walk (i love walking and it shouldn't be too hot mid june??) and bus if im tired on the way back haha, but i will think about the ebike!
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you can cover some decent distance on foot and by bus yeah - plus taxis have fixed rates in formentera from point to point and they're not crazy expensive. so all good, the ebike was just an idea!
 
stivi said:
you can cover some decent distance on foot and by bus yeah - plus taxis have fixed rates in formentera from point to point and they're not crazy expensive. so all good, the ebike was just an idea!
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ah good to know about the taxi fixed rates! do you know what is the number to call? im thinking mostly for getting back after sunset, don't think i will walk around long distance at night lol
 
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