The main pride of the island is Platja Illetes, an untouched beach with white sand and turquoise waters.
The Balearic Islands are home to a small piece of paradise that can rival Ibiza or Mallorca, offering idyllic beaches without the crowds of tourists.
According to the Daily Express, Formentera, the smallest of the Balearic Islands, covers only 83 square kilometers and is barely 2.5 kilometers wide at its narrowest point. Despite its size – 19 kilometers long and 6.5 kilometers wide – it boasts pristine white sands and turquoise seas.
This hidden gem of the Mediterranean is also known for its untouched landscapes and one of the best beaches in the world, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a more authentic vacation experience.
The island’s charming beaches have received rave reviews on Tripadvisor. One user has left a glowing review of Ses Illetes:
“Any trip to Formentera will be better if you visit this outstanding and beautiful beach.”
Interestingly, Platja de Migjorn is another popular attraction that is described as “an amazing beach, very calm, not crowded and where it is easy to find your own space”.
The island’s main pride is Platja Illetes, an untouched beach with white sand and turquoise waters, which has been named one of the best beaches in the world by Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2025 guidebook.
Located on the western tip of the Trucador Peninsula, Platja Illetes is, according to Lonely Planet, “as close to the Caribbean (except for the coconut palms) as you can get in Europe.”
“You may never want to leave. There are two small illetes (islets) near the coast, Pouet and Rodona, which give the beach its name. During the high season, expect many day-trippers from Ibiza,” the guidebook says.
