Es Arenals is part of Migjorn, the long beach on the south coast of Formentera, and its name comes from its wide stretch of sand. The sand is white, the water turquoise, and winter storms can change its shape from one year to the next.
What it’s like
The seabed drops very gradually, so you can stand on the bottom far out, but further out there can be currents, so take care. The sea is at its flattest when the wind blows from the east or the north.
Lifeguards are on duty from early May to the end of October: check the flag before you swim. There are sunbeds and parasols from several concessions, two beach bars, Gitana at the eastern end and KM11 at the western end, several restaurants along the beach and public toilets.
Getting there
Take the main road towards La Mola and turn right at the sign near kilometre 10.9. After about 70 metres on the paved road, take the left fork (the right one goes to La Fragata beach). The paved road leads to a car park behind the dunes, and several paths also lead to the sea for those coming by motorbike or bike.
Good to know
In the evening, the sun sets over the cliffs of Cap de Barbaria, at the far end of the bay.
