Es Pujols

Everything you need to know about Es Pujols Beach

Es Pujols Beach on the island of Formentera is a captivating and beautiful destination. Stretching approximately 800 meters, this beach stands out for its white sand and crystal clear waters.
It is known for its lively atmosphere and popularity among tourists. It offers a wide range of water activities, such as snorkeling, sailing, and paddleboarding.

Along the beach, there is a charming promenade with restaurants, supermarkets, and shops. Es Pujols is a perfect destination for those looking to relax, enjoy the sea, indulge in delicious food in a paradisiacal setting, and take advantage of the amenities offered by the proximity to the town of Es Pujols.

Please note…

Being the only “urban” beach on the island of Formentera, Es Pujols has its particularities that differentiate it from the rest of the beaches in Formentera.
It provides assistance services for people with disabilities, including wooden ramps for access to the sea. However, due to the proximity and continuous flow of pedestrians on the promenade, it offers less privacy to bathers.

Likewise, the comfort provided by the wide range of hospitality services along the beachfront is unmatched by any other beach in Formentera.
The clarity and cleanliness of the waters at Es Pujols Beach are exceptional and can rival those of any other beach in Formentera.

How to get to Es Pujols Beach

Once you arrive in the town of Es Pujols, reaching the beach is extremely easy as all the streets perpendicular to the main street that crosses the town lead to different sections of the 400-meter beach that coincides with the urban center of Es Pujols.
To get there from La Savina, you should take the main road (PM-820) and turn left at the sign indicating Es Pujols. Continue on the same road for about 4 kilometers until you reach the first roundabout that provides access to the town. Take the second exit of the roundabout and then the first street on the left.
You will pass by the Five Flowers Hotel, the only 5-star hotel in Formentera, and the Blanco Hotel, a beautiful 4-star hotel with elegant design. From there, you can park your car or motorcycle and access the beautiful Es Pujols Beach on foot.

If you plan to reach Es Pujols Beach by public transport, you have the option of taking a taxi or hopping on a bus of either line 1 or line 7.

Staying in Es Pujols (Beach)

You won’t be literally staying on the beach, but choosing one of the many accommodations offered in the town of Es Pujols ensures both comfort and proximity to the sea, unlike many other places on the island.
If you don’t intend to rent a car or motorcycle to get around the island and prefer to travel on foot or by public transportation, Es Pujols is one of the best options.

The range of apartments, hotels, and hostels is extensive, and on our website, we have a selection of establishments that we recommend to our readers and followers on Instagram.

You won’t find greater convenience with less effort when it comes to spending your vacation in Formentera than by choosing Es Pujols, where you’ll have everything you need right at your fingertips.
Beach, restaurants, shops, bars… everything.

Parking at Es Pujols Beach

The town of Es Pujols, including Es Pujols Beach, has most of its parking areas marked as Blue Zone, which means regulated and paid parking. This can be a bit inconvenient as the maximum time limit for parking is 2 hours. However, we would like to add that there are several free-access parking areas where you can leave your car or motorcycle without worrying about receiving a fine upon your return.

It’s true that these alternative and free parking areas in Es Pujols are slightly farther from the beach, but the distance is never significant in such a small town.
You can find the location of one of these alternative and free parking areas by clicking here.

Eating at Es Pujols Beach

As mentioned before, the amenities offered at Es Pujols Beach in terms of services are unmatched compared to other beaches in Formentera. There are numerous beachfront restaurants available. From the traditional Restaurant Sa Palmera, run by locals since 1965 and still going strong, to Mediterranean cuisine, international dishes, and traditional Formentera cuisine with its rice dishes and fresh island seafood, you have plenty of options to enjoy a delicious meal at Es Pujols Beach.

Furthermore, you can always take a break from the beach and explore the village where the culinary offerings are even more diverse… or simply visit the supermarket to purchase whatever you need to satisfy your thirst or hunger. As you can see, finding a place to eat at Es Pujols Beach will never be a problem, both in terms of options and prices.

Services

Those who choose to spend the day at Es Pujols Beach have the opportunity to enjoy various amenities and activities. One of the notable features of this beach, like many others in Formentera, are the different areas where you can rent sunbeds and umbrellas to ensure a relaxing and comfortable experience under the warm sun of Formentera.
For a unit price of €10 each, visitors can secure a comfortable spot on the sand and protection from the sun if they prefer not to lie directly on a towel.

Furthermore, along Es Pujols Beach, you will find several beach bars that add a refreshing touch to the experience. These beach bars offer a variety of cold drinks and light meals, perfect for quenching your thirst and satisfying your hunger while enjoying the sun and bathing in the turquoise waters of this beach.

For those seeking water adventures, Es Pujols Beach also houses a water sports school. This school not only offers courses to learn various water disciplines but also provides rentals of paddleboards, windsurfing equipment, and catamarans.

Water sports enthusiasts, as well as those looking to try something different during their vacation in Formentera, can enjoy thrilling sessions of paddleboarding, gliding on the crystal-clear waters of Es Pujols Beach, feeling the sea breeze while windsurfing, or sailing on a catamaran and experiencing the freedom of the Mediterranean Sea.

Lifeguards

La playa de Es Pujols, cuenta con una torre y un equipo de socorristas profesionales cuya principal responsabilidad es garantizar la seguridad de todos los visitantes a esta playa de Formentera.
Estos socorristas, contratados año tras año por el Consell de Formentera, están capacitados para hacer frente a casi cualquier situación de emergencia que pudiese darse en el mar o sobre la arena de la playa de Es Pujols.

Los socorristas desempeñan un papel crucial al vigilar constantemente el área acuática, asegurándose de que los bañistas estén protegidos y disfruten de un ambiente seguro en el mar. Su conocimiento de la playa, de las zonas destinadas al baño y de las zonas destinadas a la navegación de embarcaciones, les hace conocedores de cuales son las situaciones de riesgo que debemos evitar.