Green Routes in Formentera 2026: A Guide to Hiking and Cycling
Formentera is much more than just idyllic beaches; it is an island meant to be experienced at a leisurely pace. Those who venture onto its trails discover that, beneath its seemingly compact size, lies an endless network of natural paths. With over 100 kilometers of interconnected trails spread across 32 green routes, exploring the island on foot or by bicycle allows you to reach hidden corners that are completely invisible from the main roads.
Whether you are cycling among fig orchards and dry-stone walls, or walking alongside pink salt flats and dramatic, dizzying cliffs, low-impact active tourism offers the most respectful and authentic way to connect with the natural world of Formentera.
đșïž Official Green Routes PDF Map
Do you want to take all the routes, exact distances, elevation gains, and points of interest with you on your mobile device or consult it on paper during your trip? We provide a free download of the official map published by the Consell Insular of Formentera, featuring complete information on each route, photos, details, distances, and more.
Download Green Routes Map (PDF)đ 1. Northern Sector: La Savina, Estanys & Ses Illetes
Route 1: La Savina â Ses Illetes (3,400 m)
Explores the salt-mining past, Sa Sequi, MolĂ de Sal, and the beaches of Cavall d'en BorrĂ s and Ses Illetes all the way to Es Trucadors.
Route 2: La Savina â Sant Francesc â Es Pujols (5,600 m)
Circular route bordering Estany Pudent and the path of Es Brolls, ideal for birdwatching and observing water fowl and flamingos.
Route 17: Sant Ferran â Es Pujols â Estany Pudent (2,200 m)
Connects Sant Ferran with the vibrant tourist atmosphere of Es Pujols via the historic Ses Vinyes path.
Route 18: Sant Ferran â Es Pujols â Punta Prima (2,600 m)
Trail leading towards the defensive watchtower of Punta Prima with exceptional views of the north and Ibiza.
Route 19: Es Pujols â Ses Illetes (4,600 m)
Demanding itinerary running along the northern strip of Es Trucadors, nestled between the beaches of Llevant and Illetes.
đ 2. Western Sector: Cala Saona & Cap de Barbaria
Route 3: La Savina â Cala Saona (5,500 m)
Connects the port to Cala Saona passing by Estany des Peix and the rural tracks of Porto-salĂš.
Route 7: Sant Francesc â Ses Bardetes â Cala Saona (3,700 m)
Direct alternative via dirt tracks flanked by dry-stone walls heading towards the bay of Cala Saona.
Route 8: Sant Francesc â Ses Bardetes â Far de Barbaria (9,600 m)
Path leading into the arid south, crossing fields of almond and fig trees all the way to the iconic cinematic lighthouse.
Route 9: Es Cap â Punta Rasa (2,200 m)
A stroll of contrasts between a wooded interior and reddish sea-sculpted cliffs at Punta Rasa.
Route 10: Sant Francesc â Can Parra â Far de Barbaria (9,400 m)
Runs parallel to the road leading close to the Bronze Age archaeological site of Cap de Barbaria.
Route 11: Es Mal Pas â Far de Barbaria (9,700 m)
Starts from the pine forests of Es Mal Pas, crosses Torrent de s'Alga and its historic boat slipways toward the lighthouse.
Route 12: Es Cap â Torrent de s'Alga (1,800 m)
Short winding detour to discover traditional dry-dock boat sheds and the drying process of traditional "peix sec" (dried fish).
đ 3. Central Sector: Sant Francesc, Can Marroig & PortossalĂ©
Route 4: Sant Francesc â Ses Escoles â Can Marroig (3,900 m)
Links the capital with the Can Marroig Interpretation Centre, skirting around Estany des Peix.
Route 5: Can Marroig â Punta de la Gavina (2,000 m)
Traverses the northwestern coast across former marés sandstone quarry terrain to the historic Sa Gavina tower.
Route 6: Sant Francesc â PortossalĂ© (2,300 m)
Stroll passing next to MolĂ d'en Jeroni, offering panoramic views of Estany des Peix and Ibiza.
Route 13: Sant Francesc â Es Mal Pas (2,800 m)
Traditional pathway framed by dry-stone walls leading directly to the expansive beach of Migjorn.
Route 14: Es Pujols â Es Mal Pas (4,200 m)
Connects Es Pujols and Migjorn via CamĂ de Ses Vinyes and the defensive watchtower of Es Pi des CatalĂ .
Route 16: Sant Francesc â Sant Ferran de ses Roques (1,800 m)
Ancient direct path between both urban centers, passing by the windmill of Can Teuet.
đ 4. Southern Sector: Migjorn, Ca MarĂ & Es CalĂł
Route 20: Es Pujols â Es Ca MarĂ (5,100 m)
Vertical axis linking the coast of Llevant with the wild atmosphere of Migjorn beach.
Route 21: Sant Ferran â Cala en Baster â Migjorn (4,200 m)
Visits the slipways carved into the limestone walls of Cala en Baster and descends southwards.
Route 22: Sant Ferran de ses Roques â Es Ca MarĂ (2,300 m)
Direct rural access connecting the inland village of Sant Ferran with the Migjorn coastline.
Route 23: Es Carnatge â Es Arenals (1,500 m)
Quiet agricultural track linking Tramuntana with the family-friendly and popular beach of Es Arenals.
Route 24: Es CalĂł â Maryland (1,400 m)
Connects the fishing port of Es CalĂł with Es Copinar and the surrounding area of Es CalĂł des Mort.
đ 5. Eastern Sector: La Mola, CamĂ de sa Pujada & Cliffs
Route 15: Sant Francesc â La Mola (9,000 m)
The grand west-to-east crossing passing by the majestic fig tree of Can Mestre and the Roman castellum of Can Blai.
Route 25: Es CalĂł de Sant AgustĂ â El Pilar de la Mola (4,000 m)
Full route along the historic CamĂ de Sa Pujada (Roman Road) and local wineries.
Route 26: RacĂł de sa Pujada â Es Ram (2,400 m)
Demanding descent among pine forests and cliffs towards the boat sheds of Es Ram and Es CalĂł des Mort.
Route 27: El Pilar de la Mola â s'Estufador â Es Ram (4,200 m)
Wooded excursion with a steep gradient exploring the marés rock formations at S'Estufador.
Route 28: El Pilar de la Mola â Punta Roja (2,600 m)
Passes by the historic MolĂ Vell de La Mola windmill and runs along a forest track toward Punta Roja.
Route 29: El Pilar de la Mola â Far de La Mola (2,400 m)
Rustic path flanked by traditional architecture leading directly to the end-of-the-world lighthouse and Julio Verne monument.
Route 30: El Pilar de la Mola â Es Monestir (2,700 m)
Agricultural stroll notable for the presence of traditional 18th-century cisterns near Punta des Llençó.
Route 31: El Pilar de la Mola â Sa Cala (1,500 m)
Northern agricultural setting connecting with views toward Ibiza and islets, as well as the famous La Mola Artisan Market.
Route 32: Pla de La Mola (12,300 m)
The longest green route in Formentera; a circular bicycle circuit exploring the entire agricultural plateau and coastal cliffs.
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