Welcome to your
home in Formentera...

…in a privileged natural setting

Just a few minutes after disembarking in the bustling Port of La Savina, you will enter one of the most amazing environments in the Balearic Islands: the Ses Salines d'Eivissa i Formentera Natural Park. Declared a protected area by Law 17/2001 of 19 December, this enclave is much more than a visual paradise: it is an ecological refuge of incalculable value, home to dunes, centuries-old salt flats, wetlands, unspoilt beaches and spectacular biodiversity that make it a jewel of the Mediterranean.

There, immersed in this unique landscape, are the houses of Cas Saliners, your home in Formentera. It is not just accommodation: it is an experience of total connection with nature, history and local tradition. You are just a five-minute walk from the island's most iconic beaches, such as Ses Illetes, and at the same time surrounded by endemic lizards, flamingos and migratory birds that inhabit this peaceful and beautiful environment.

…where you can reconnect with history and tradition

Our holiday homes are old traditional buildings that once housed workers from the salt industry, the economic engine of the island during the 19th and 20th centuries. Some, such as Can Armat, Sa Revista and Can Toni Xumeu, were homes to families who lived through the salt flats' heyday; others, such as the Carabiners complex, housed the island's former security guards, and the Aviació buildings were the base for seaplanes that landed in S'Estany Pudent.

These buildings, strategically scattered throughout the Natural Park, preserve the essence of a simple, white architecture, where the noble materials of the earth predominate. In the surrounding area, tools and utensils are still preserved, silently narrating the lives of those who worked and prospered in this place.

…where you can relax, discover and respect

From Cas Saliners, you can walk or cycle along nature trails to the best beaches in Formentera, crossing dunes, lagoons and elevated walkways. But remember that this environment is not just a landscape: it is a fragile ecosystem that we must preserve.

What you need to know to protect this unique environment:

• Do not walk on salt flats, dunes or ponds. These are sensitive habitats of great ecological value; trampling can cause irreversible damage.
• Do not feed or handle local wildlife. Lizards, for example, are endemic and protected.
• Do not take shells, sand or stones. Every natural element plays a vital role in the ecosystem.

…and where to enjoy an essentially authentic holiday

Relax, explore, savour. Although the surroundings invite calm and contemplation, Formentera also offers leisure, culture and first-class cuisine. Experience the island from its roots, breathe in its natural essence, and take home with you more than just a holiday: a transformative experience.

We look forward to seeing you.

➡ More information about the natural park:
caib.es - Ses Salines

The Salt of Formentera

A story written with salt crystals and underwater roots.

Behind the crystal-clear waters and endless white sandy beaches of Formentera lies a fascinating history that dates back centuries.

At first glance, this small Mediterranean island might seem like a natural paradise untouched by time, but as we delve into its mysteries, we discover that the salt flats of Formentera hold secrets that speak of an ancestral tradition, of the struggle for survival in a challenging environment and of the human ability to harness natural resources in a sustainable way.

Thanks to La Sal de Formentera, by Carmelo Convalia, you can learn in depth how salt production was the first organised economic activity on the island, shaping its landscape, culture and way of life.

Posidonia: the invisible treasure beneath the sea

But the history of salt in Formentera cannot be understood without mentioning one of the most valuable ecosystems in the Mediterranean: Posidonia oceanica. This marine plant, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, forms underwater meadows that surround the island and plays a fundamental role in both the quality of its waters and the functioning of the salt flats themselves.

In the Ses Salines area, Posidonia acts as a natural barrier that protects the coast and regulates the exchange of salt water in the salt ponds. Its rhizomes promote water balance and contribute to controlled evaporation, which is essential for the crystallisation of salt. In addition, the leaves that accumulate on the shore protect the beaches from erosion and are an essential part of the marine biodiversity that sustains the natural park's ecosystem.

It is estimated that there are Posidonia meadows in Formentera that are over 100,000 years old, making this plant not only a key element for sustainable tourism, but also a silent ally of salt.

To understand Formentera's salt is to understand the importance of caring for its sea, its underwater roots and its delicate balance.

➡ Discover more about posidonia and its link to salt flats:
www.posidonia.eu/salinas-de-formentera/