The Formentor lighthouse on the rocky ridge of the cape

Illustrative photo of Far de Formentor, not from the operator · Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0

Nature & hiking

Formentor Lighthouse: the highest light in the Balearics

by Autoritat Portuària de Balears · Pollença

Lighthouse of 1863 at the end of the Ma-2210, its light 210 m above the sea; car access is restricted in summer, but not by bus, on foot or by bike.

About

According to the Balearic port authority, the lighthouse was inaugurated on 30 April 1863; its 22 m white tower has the light 210 m above the sea, the highest in the Balearics. The keepers' houses are leased for tourist services. In 2026 the Ma-2210 road has a DGT restriction from 15 May to 18 October, 10:00 to 22:00: on the lighthouse stretch only TIB buses, bicycles and authorised vehicles may pass (fine of €100 to €200). Outside those dates no restriction is listed. TIB line 334 runs to the lighthouse.

  • Lighthouse opened in 1863
  • Light 210 m above the sea
  • TIB line 334 runs to the lighthouse

Key facts

Price
FreeFree access to the outside: no official source lists an entrance fee (APB, DGT and Consell, checked 27/10/2026); the bus and the café are paid separately. 2026 car restriction: 15 May-18 Oct, 10:00-22:00.
Duration
30 min–1.5 h
Area
Pollença & Formentor
Languages
Not stated
Minimum age
Not stated
Group
Not stated
Accessibility
Not stated
Includes
free access to the outside

When to go

Months in season

Open a month to see the weather, sea temperature and festivals.

How it scores

Editorial rating from 1 to 5 using our public rubric; not user reviews.

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  • Formentor Lighthouse: the highest light in the Balearics
  • Average of Nature & hiking
  • Effort1/5
  • Family3/5
  • Weather-dependent4/5
  • Crowds5/5

Short stop at the tip of the cape, windy and shadeless; in high season it is one of the busiest places on the island.

Where it is

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Formentor Lighthouse: the highest light in the Balearics cost?

Formentor Lighthouse: the highest light in the Balearics has no admission fee according to the sources we checked. Free access to the outside: no official source lists an entrance fee (APB, DGT and Consell, checked 27/10/2026); the bus and the café are paid separately. 2026 car restriction: 15 May-18 Oct, 10:00-22:00. It is worth confirming before you go.

How long does Formentor Lighthouse: the highest light in the Balearics take?

Formentor Lighthouse: the highest light in the Balearics takes about 30 min–1.5 h.

When is the best time for Formentor Lighthouse: the highest light in the Balearics?

Formentor Lighthouse: the highest light in the Balearics is offered in these months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Is it suitable for kids?

Formentor Lighthouse: the highest light in the Balearics can work with kids depending on age and pace. Check the minimum age.

Can you do it if it rains?

In bad weather Formentor Lighthouse: the highest light in the Balearics may be cancelled or postponed; book with flexible cancellation.

Where can I book Formentor Lighthouse: the highest light in the Balearics?

Check the official site of the Formentor Lighthouse: the highest light in the Balearics operator.

Sources and review

Data collected from public sources and reworded in our own words. Last reviewed: 2026-10-27.

Freeno admission fee, per our sources
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