FORMENTERA Kitesurf, Windsurf & Watersports,
Balearic Islands | Formentera | Spain.

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Watersports | Hostal Puerto | Hostal Laguna | The Island | The Trip

Part of the Balearic Islands autonomous region, Ibiza and its smaller sister island of Formentera are known as the "Illes Pitiuses" (from the Greek word "pitys" meaning pine tree) because of the abundance of pines that cover their landscapes. The a narrow channel separating the two islands, are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites for their cultural and natural values.

Thanks to their mild Mediterranean climate and pristine waters, Ibiza and Formentera are the perfect spot to practice all kind of watersports year round. Kitesurf, windsurf, wakeboard, diving and sailing are some of the watersports you can practice, while the island can be discovered by bikes or motorbikes.

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Watersports

The watersports activities in Formentera include Kitesurf, Windsurfing, Sailing and Kayak Excursions. All are offered by the official Sailing School of Formentera, one of the best centre in Spain run by a three time windsurfing national champion that also boasts three podiums in World Championships and an Olympic Diploma (6º). The School was involved in the organisation of the 2007 Windsurfing World Championship, held on the island.

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Hostal Puerto

Founded in 1964, this first class hostel enjoys a convenient location on La Savina Marina, next to the landing point of the ferries from Ibiza. This traditional establishment offers 33 comfortable rooms, all of them with air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone and fully equipped bathrooms. Guestrooms on the first and second floor enjoy views across the marina to the neighbouring island of Ibiza and the iconic rock of Es Vedra. The hostel also offers internet service. 

Dining venues include a bar/coffeeshop with a variety of snacks, home made pizzas, sandwiches and a set menu, and a gourmet restaurant serving typical dishes of the island. Both overlook the marina and its promenade. The hostel is a short walking distance from the beach and a quick bike ride from the famous Illetes and Llevant beaches.

Open all Year

Rates per room, per night, B&B
Half board: 14,00 EUR per person, per day

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Hostal Laguna

Founded over 50 years ago, this traditional inn boasts an idyllic location on the Estany des Peix lagoon. It is also conveniently situated a five minute walk from La Savina harbour and the ferries from Ibiza. The hostel has a relax, cosmopolitan atmosphere and a traditional character. 

Accommodation comprises 40 guestrooms, totally remodelled, individually decorated, sound proofed and appointed with all modern conveniences. All have air conditioning/heating, ceiling fan, satellite TV, telephone, WiFi, safe, fridge and fully equipped bathrooms. They also feature a private terrace with views over town or the laguna.

Dining venues comrpises a bar/coffeeshop and a beachside restaurant on the laguna serving light lunch and gourmet dinner - the perfect place to savour island specialities while enjoying a stunning sunset over the lagoon. The hostel is a short walking distance from the beach and a quick bike ride from the famous Illetes and Llevant beaches.

Open from May through October

Rates per room, per night, B&B
Half board: 12,50 EUR per person, per day

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The Island

Formentera is the smallest and southernmost island of the Pitiuses Archipelago. Nineteen kilometres long and six kilometres south of Ibiza, Formentera is a “real” island as it does not have an airport and is only accessible by regular ferry service from Ibiza.

Formentera is known as the last paradise of the Mediterranean, for its wonderful sandy beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters, well preserved landscape and absence of constructions on its coast. It is also famous for its 20 km. of pristine beaches and the fact that nude sunbathing is allowed on most of them. The island is a watersports lover paradise and has hosted the 2007 Windsurfing World Championship.

North of Formentera is the small island of Espalmador, separated from Formentera by a shallow sandbar and at low tide, it is possible for one to wade between the two islands. This area in the strait between the two islands is a popular anchoring point for yachts. The dense prairies of oceanic Posidonia (seagrass) extending between Ibiza and Formentera, an important endemic species found only in the Mediterranean basin and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A strange, captivating geography, a gentle climate and Mediterranean vegetation combining dune areas with pine woods and junipers give character to the island, as does the numerous stone walls and magnificent fig trees, turned into genuine sculptures by the islanders. Rather flat and narrow, the island culminates at La Mola, a high plateau at 190 metres with sheer cliffs dropping into the sea. Due to its small size, the island is best discover by bicycle and boasts a splendid network of rural bike tracks, well sign posted. Motor bikes are also a favourite mean of transport on the island.

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The Trip

There are no airport on Formentera, but several fast ferries daily to/from Ibiza (30 min. crossing)

There are also direct fast ferry services to Denia (2 hours). See www.balearia.com

Ibiza (Balearic Islands, Spain)

Ibiza Airport (IBZ), 5 min. from the Surfhouse
Iberia and major charter companies. Cheap flights in season from major European cities: Air Berlin (all year), Ryan Air and Easy Jet

Check AENA (Official aiport site) at www.aena.es

Daily Fast Ferries from Denia (2 hours)
Ferries from Valencia (4 hours) and Barcelona (8 Hours)
Check BALEARIA and TRASMEDITERRANEA website at

www.balearia.com
www.trasmediterranea.com

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