CALA D´HORT

Description and type: On the road from San Jose to Es Cubells take the fuming marked at Kilometre 5. or else from the centre of San Jose itself take the side-road at Kilometre 13 of the San Jose-lbiza road and follow the signs along that route. Both routes are along tammaced roads.

Means of transport: By private car or by bicycle.
Distance: 23 kilometres from Ibiza, 10 kilometres from San Jose.

Description: Fairly well protected beach. taking the form of a very enclosed bay, with the mouth of a river-bed leading across the sand. Length: 150 metres Width: 15-25 metres
Composition: Fine natural sand, with rocky areas at both ends.
Sea bottom: Also sandy, with rocky areas suitable for snorkelling at both ends. There is a gentle gradient which reaches 1 metre depth 25 metres out from the shore. The rocky areas of course reach greater depths within a few metres out.
Direction, prevailing winds: During the summer season the wind always comes from the sea and is light or moderate rather than strong.
Panoramic aspects: This beach possesses one of the most impressive views in the whole island, thanks to the magnificent offshore presence of the mountain-island of es Vedra.

SUMMARY COMMENT: The exceptional panorama offered by this beach on its own makes it a must for every visitor. It is ideal for persons or families looking for services in a tranquil setting, for rest, risk-free bathing and ample stretches of sand on which to catch the sun.