La Savina connects the ferry port with paths alongside salt pans, lagoons and the coast. Both the Ruta entre salinas and the route to Ses Illetes start here; at the same time, Estany Pudent lies between La Savina and Es Pujols. This gives you practical starting points for planning your stay: arriving by ferry, exploring historic salt routes or visiting natural areas by the water. The routes and lagoons are quite different—and not every body of water serves the same purpose.
Arrivals and routes from La Savina
BaleĂ ria offers direct fast ferries from the port of Ibiza to the port of La Savina on Formentera; the journey takes 30 minutes. Timetables, operators and crossing times may change, so check this information before you travel. The renovated ferry terminal allows you to book tickets. Private boats can moor in the adjacent marina, where boats can also be rented for a day. A road leads from La Savina to Ses Illetes, Es Pujols and Punta Prima in Ses Salines Natural Park.
Salt pan paths and landscape
The La Savina–Ses Illetes route starts in the port town and follows the Sa Guia path through juniper groves, dune vegetation and a landscape of turquoise waters. It passes the Molà de Sal, from which the salt produced there was shipped. Another route is the Ruta entre salinas: it starts at the port of La Savina and follows a 4.5-kilometre route around the saltwater lagoon Estany Pudent. These two paths offer different perspectives on the surrounding area.
The Ruta entre salinas also tells the story of salt production on Formentera. Before tourism took off, it was one of the island’s most important economic activities. Salt produced in this salt-producing area was transported by rail to the port of La Savina and exported from there by sea. For another perspective on the landscape, the La Savina–Cala Saona route passes through rural surroundings with fields, dry-stone walls and traditional houses.
Two lagoons, different experiences
Estany Pudent lies between La Savina and Es Pujols. The lagoon is suitable for walking and cycling, and for observing its many birds; swimming is prohibited there. Estany des Peix has different features. This small lagoon lies west of the port of La Savina and has a narrow opening to the sea through which small boats can enter and anchor.
Estany des Peix is no more than three metres deep. Its gentle waves and shallow water make it suitable for windsurfing, kayaking and sailing in boats with a shallow draught; you can also learn these activities there. Its very shallow coves and warmer water than the sea also make it suitable for a beach visit with children. So when comparing the lagoons, both the different activities and the restriction at Estany Pudent are relevant.
Can Marroig and Sa Pedrera
The route from La Savina to Can Marroig follows an unpaved path alongside Estany des Peix to the car park in the recreation area. Within the grounds of Can Marroig, visitors may travel only on foot or by bicycle. Visitors can find information and educational activities there about the protected natural area. The approach and the rules for getting around the grounds are therefore practical points to keep in mind when visiting.
Sa Pedrera is a rocky stretch of coast between the port of La Savina and Cala Saona that was once used as a quarry. Nearby, at Punta de Sa Pedrera, former Marès quarries have become natural pools with clear, shallow turquoise water. They are suitable for snorkelling, and the silhouette of Ibiza can be seen from there. The coast at Sa Pedrera is also recommended for snorkelling because of its shallow water, proximity to the shore and seagrass-covered seabed. Access to the water over rocks and sea conditions can vary.
Discover more destinations: Pilar De La Mola, Formentera, San Francisco Javier, Es Pujols, San Ferrán De Ses Roques, Platja De Migjorn, Es Caló
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