Island in Balearic Islands, Spain
Formentera
Small, flat island with very clear water, long white beaches and bike paths, a short ferry from Ibiza. Best for slow, outdoorsy trips; pricey, car-limited and mostly closed November–April.
At a glance
- Safety5/5Very safeDetails
- Monthly budget$3,940–5,630Comfortable, one person · €3,500–5,000Details
- Value for money7/100Better value than 6% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Aug, 26°CDetails
- Internet263 MbpsFixed broadband, Spain medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledIsland tap water is desalinated and salty; drink bottled or filtered water.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: widely spokenDetails
- Doctor's visit$56–113Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundBicycleYou'll need transportDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards work in most shops and restaurants; cash helps at beach stalls, markets and bike rentals.Details
Where to stay in Formentera
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| La Savina | Port town: ferry arrivals, rentals and supermarkets |
| Es Pujols | Busiest village: restaurants, nightlife and beaches |
| Sant Ferran | Quiet village with the hippie market and bars |
| Migjorn | Long southern beach with chiringuitos and calm stays |
Apps that work in Formentera
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Renfe: High-speed and regional train tickets
- ALSA: Long-distance bus tickets
- Taxis: No ride-hailing. Use bikes, buses and a few taxis; book taxis ahead, especially for the ferry in the morning.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Spain.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards work in most shops and restaurants; cash helps at beach stalls, markets and bike rentals.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Many Spanish ATMs charge foreign cards a few euros per withdrawal; Euronet machines cost more. Always decline the conversion.
- Tipping: Not expected. Round up at bars and leave 5–10% for good restaurant service; check whether service is already included.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work almost everywhere. Bizum, used to split bills, needs a Spanish bank account.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Schengen rules: 90 days in any 180 across all Schengen countries; passport issued within 10 years, valid 3 months past departure.
- The EU Entry/Exit System has replaced passport stamps since April 2026: fingerprints and photo at your first entry. Allow extra time.
- ETIAS, the planned €20 online authorisation, isn't required yet (October 2026); check travel-europe.europa.eu for its start date.
Emergency numbers
Police 091 · Ambulance 112 · Fire 112 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Phone shops and airport kiosks sell prepaid SIMs (Orange, Vodafone, Digi, Lebara); about €10–25 for 30–100 GB. Passport required to register. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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