Museu Etnogràfic d'Eivissa (Can Ros)
Ses Païsses de Cala d'Hort
Punic-Roman site with a necropolis and a farmhouse, an annex of the ethnographic museum, with views to Es Vedrà and Torre des Savinar.
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Part of Sant Josep de sa Talaia
Es Cubells
Also known as Es Carme des Cubells
A white church above the cliffs, raised by a Carmelite who lived as a hermit on es Vedrà.
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Things to do in Es Cubells
The village grew up around the whitewashed, buttressed church of es Cubells, opened in 1864 thanks to the Carmelite Francesc Palau, who spent long periods as a hermit on the islet of es Vedrà; a sculpture beside the church recalls his life. It stands on the south of the island, on a stretch of cliffs and small coves.
We don't list any experiences inside Es Cubells yet: these are the closest.
Sunset kayaking from Cala d'Hort to Atlantis with views of Es Vedrà
A sunset kayak route from Cala d'Hort to Atlantis, with swimming, snorkelling and views of Es Vedrà.
Centro de Interpretación de Sa Caleta
Sa Caleta Interpretation Centre
Centre opened in 2025 beside the Phoenician village of Sa Caleta, with virtual routes and the story of the island's first stable settlement.
Closed on Mondays and Sundays according to Google
Introductory scuba dive on the west coast with Orcasub
A first dive with an instructor on Ibiza's west coast, from the Cala Tarida dive centre.
Dives in the Es Vedrà reserves and surroundings
Dives for certified divers in the Es Vedrà nature reserve and its surroundings, from Cala Tarida.
Private sunset catamaran to Atlantis and Es Vedrà from Cala Jondal
Private charter of around four hours from Cala Jondal towards Atlantis and Es Vedrà in the evening light, for small groups.
Es Cubells on the map
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Around
- Ses Païsses de Cala d'Hort3.1 km
- Sunset kayaking from Cala d'Hort to Atlantis with views of Es Vedrà4.1 km
- Sa Caleta Interpretation Centre4.2 km
- Introductory scuba dive on the west coast with Orcasub7.5 km
- Dives in the Es Vedrà reserves and surroundings7.5 km
- Private sunset catamaran to Atlantis and Es Vedrà from Cala Jondal8.2 km
When to visit Es Cubells, and tips
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When to go
Outside high season, when the village (945 residents, INE 2025) is at its calmest and you can enjoy its library with sea views.
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A local tip
Stop at the sculpture of Francesc Palau beside the church and look out over the coastal cliffs.
Quick facts
- Church
- Opened in 1864
- Francesc Palau
- Carmelite; hermit on es Vedrà
- Population
- 945 inhabitants (INE 2025)
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Near Es Cubells
What to do around here
Nearby towns
- Sant Josep de sa Talaia4.9 km
- Sant Agustí des Vedrà6.9 km
- Sant Jordi de ses Salines11 km
- Sant Antoni de Portmany11 km
- Sant Rafel de sa Creu14 km
- Eivissa14 km
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What is there to see and do in Es Cubells?
The village grew up around the whitewashed, buttressed church of es Cubells, opened in 1864 thanks to the Carmelite Francesc Palau, who spent long periods as a hermit on the islet of es Vedrà; a sculpture beside the church recalls his life. It stands on the south of the island, on a stretch of cliffs and small coves. Atlas de Ibiza lists 0 experiences in town and 9 nearby: Ses Païsses de Cala d'Hort, Sunset kayaking from Cala d'Hort to Atlantis with views of Es Vedrà, Sa Caleta Interpretation Centre, Introductory scuba dive on the west coast with Orcasub, Dives in the Es Vedrà reserves and surroundings, Private sunset catamaran to Atlantis and Es Vedrà from Cala Jondal.
When is the best time to visit Es Cubells?
Outside high season, when the village (945 residents, INE 2025) is at its calmest and you can enjoy its library with sea views.
Any practical tips for visiting Es Cubells?
Stop at the sculpture of Francesc Palau beside the church and look out over the coastal cliffs.
Sources
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