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Description and type: By asphalted road in the direction of the Airport,
and just after San Jordi take a side-road on the left which leads in the
direction of the Canal, where this beach is located.
Means of transport: By private car. By bicycle is not ao taxing and
there is a bicycle-lane specially marked. There is a regular bus
service.
Distance: 11 kilometres from Ibiza, 26 from San José
Description: A long open beach with extensive vegetation of conifers
typical of the island. Length: 1.5 kilometres · Width: 25-30 metres
Composition: The entire beach is composed of very fine white sand of
natural origin. On the eastern flank there are rocky corners with inlets
and natural swimming-pools.
Sea botam: Sandy sea floor along the entire length of the beach, with a
very gentle gradient. At 25 metres out from the shore the depth reaches
0.65 metres and at 50 metres out it is 1.65 metres. On the far eastern
side areas of rock alternate with sand.
Direction, prevailing winds: The beach's southerly orientation ensures
that the wind blows from the sea a the land. always gentle or moderate.
Panoramic aspects: It is located close a the Salinas salt-lagoons. with
their recognised scenic interest and colonies of wild sea birds. The
panorama from the beach itself is very beautiful, as one can contemplate
the outstanding views over a the los Freus islets and the island of Formentera.
SUMMARY COMMENT: An area with a panorama of various interests,
outstanding among which are the games sports on offer agether with the
usual services. The beach's characteristics make it very safe as far as
bathing is concerned, and ideal for beginners in sailing.
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