Faro Es Cap de Barbaria

Wild, silent, and surrounded by a vast stretch of stone and wind, the Es Cap de Barbaria Lighthouse is one of the most iconic and magnetic places in Formentera — a remote tip of the island where land seems to dissolve into the embrace of sky and sea. Here, every sunset is a breathtaking event: the sun slowly sinks into the horizon, painting the entire landscape in golden, orange, and purple hues, transforming the cliff into a natural balcony suspended over infinity. The stillness, broken only by the breeze and the murmur of the waves, heightens the feeling of being beyond time. But the true surprise lies just before reaching the lighthouse: a small, rounded opening in the rock — known as “the hole” or Cova Foradada — leads to a hidden cave that opens directly to the sea. Crawling through that narrow passage feels like entering another world: an intimate, quiet space, ideal for sitting in silence, listening to the ocean, and feeling completely immersed in nature. This secluded corner is perfect for travelers searching for what to see in Formentera beyond the usual tourist routes, where lunar landscapes, unforgettable sunsets, and natural stone marvels await. The Es Cap de Barbaria Lighthouse and its secret cave capture the rawest and most essential spirit of the island: untamed, minimal, and deeply hypnotic.