Formentera Ethnographic Collection
Free permanent exhibition in Sant Francesc Xavier with tools, furniture, clothing and instruments of traditional life.
Closed on Saturdays and Sundays according to Google
Part of Formentera
Sant Ferran de ses Roques
Also known as San Fernando de ses Roques
The crossroads at the heart of the island, home of Fonda Pepe, cradle of hippie Formentera.
- Things to do
- 9 nearby
- Area
- Formentera
- Best time
- All year
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Things to do in Sant Ferran de ses Roques
It lies in the middle of the island, at the crossroads of the roads to Sant Francesc, es Pujols and El Pilar de la Mola. In the 1960s it had its hippie heyday around Fonda Pepe, open since 1953, a meeting point for young people from around the world. The church opened on 30 June 1889, and nearby is the Cova d’en Jeroni, an underground cave with stalactites and stalagmites.
We don't list any experiences inside Sant Ferran de ses Roques yet: these are the closest.
Horse rides across Formentera
Guided rides for all levels from Es Pujols, including along the beach.
Guided kayak from Es Pujols to Punta Prima and Cala Embaster
About 3 hours by kayak with a guide along the Es Pujols coast, with swimming, snorkelling and a stop at the Punta Prima cave.
Sunset kayak to Punta Prima
About 2 hours of paddling from Es Pujols beach towards Punta Prima at golden hour, with a guide.
SUP yoga class on Es Pujols beach
A 90-minute class: a short paddle-board tour followed by yoga on the water, with equipment and instruction included.
Small-group catamaran sail from Es Pujols (max. 5 people)
A 3-hour sail on a catamaran with no more than five passengers, with the route chosen by the wind.
Sant Ferran de ses Roques on the map
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When to visit Sant Ferran de ses Roques, and tips
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When to go
At any time of year: it is a crossroads village in the heart of the island (756 residents in 2007, 2,951 in the parish).
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A local tip
The parish includes es Pujols and the vénda of ses Salines, with the salt flats, es Trucadors and the islands of s’Espalmador and s’Espardell inside the natural park.
Quick facts
- Fonda Pepe
- Opened in 1953
- Church
- Opened on 30 June 1889
- Parish
- 2,951 residents
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Near Sant Ferran de ses Roques
What to do around here
Nearby towns
- Formentera1.0 km
- Es Pujols1.8 km
- Sant Francesc Xavier2.6 km
- La Savina4.5 km
- El Pilar de la Mola9.2 km
- Sant Jordi de ses Salines21 km
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What is there to see and do in Sant Ferran de ses Roques?
It lies in the middle of the island, at the crossroads of the roads to Sant Francesc, es Pujols and El Pilar de la Mola. In the 1960s it had its hippie heyday around Fonda Pepe, open since 1953, a meeting point for young people from around the world. The church opened on 30 June 1889, and nearby is the Cova d’en Jeroni, an underground cave with stalactites and stalagmites. Atlas de Ibiza lists 0 experiences in town and 9 nearby: Formentera Ethnographic Collection, Horse rides across Formentera, Guided kayak from Es Pujols to Punta Prima and Cala Embaster, Sunset kayak to Punta Prima, SUP yoga class on Es Pujols beach, Small-group catamaran sail from Es Pujols (max. 5 people).
When is the best time to visit Sant Ferran de ses Roques?
At any time of year: it is a crossroads village in the heart of the island (756 residents in 2007, 2,951 in the parish).
Any practical tips for visiting Sant Ferran de ses Roques?
The parish includes es Pujols and the vénda of ses Salines, with the salt flats, es Trucadors and the islands of s’Espalmador and s’Espardell inside the natural park.
Sources
Our own text, based on these sources consulted on 2026-10-25. Dates, opening times and bus lines change: check them before you go.