🏜️ The protected sand dunes of S'Espalmador
Fragile coastal ecosystem within Parc Natural de ses Salines, Balearic Islands
📌 Fast Facts
- Location: S'Espalmador island, between Ibiza and Formentera
- Protected area: Parc Natural de ses Salines d'Eivissa i Formentera
- Key habitat: Dune systems, saltwater lagoon, Posidonia oceanica meadows
- Access: By boat only; no bridge or causeway to adjacent islands
The sand dunes of S'Espalmador form a protected coastal ecosystem on an uninhabited island in the Balearic Islands that supports diverse plant and animal species within a larger marine and terrestrial park. Located between Ibiza and Formentera, the dune system encompasses the Llacuna d'Espalmador lagoon, historic salt flats, and extensive seagrass meadows that sustain regional biodiversity. As of 2026, the protected area remains actively managed by Spanish environmental authorities to balance ...