PLAYA DE NIU BLAU

Description and type: Situated between Santa Eularia and Cala Pada: reached by taking the road which leaves the town centre and following the signs shortly before arriving at Cala Pada.

Means of transport: Private car, bicycle; there is a bus service during the summer season.

Distance: 17 kilometres from Ibiza, 2 kilometres from Santa Eularia.

Description: Beach flanked by two small capes covered with vegetation which grows right up to the beach itself. An important torrent has its outlet to the sea here. adding much to the place's attractiveness.
Length: 100 metres - Width: 12 metres
Composition: Fine natural sand alternating with sections of pebbles brought down by the torrent as well as rocks.
Sea bottom: Also varied, consisting of sand, pebbles and rocks, with the last of these predominating. The gentle gradient makes this a secure place for bathing. At 12 metres out from the shore the depth is 1 metre and not until 38 metres out does it reach 2 metres.
Direction, prevailing winds: Its southerly aspect ensures that the winds that blow are always light and from the sea, which provides great security.
Panoramic aspects: The beach's characteristic orography. enclosed between two capes and the presence of conifers almost down to the shoreline itself gives it considerable scenic value.

SUMMARY COMMENT: The beach's natural endowments allow it to offer a wide variety of activities. Very secure aspect for whichever leisure or sporting activity considered: the great variety of its sea floor, beach and countryside make it ideal for lovers of nature exploration or those looking for attractive scenery..