Sunbed wars could be a thing of the past after a paradise holiday island loved by Brits banned nearly 700 loungers.
Authorities imposed the ban on Formentera in the Balearics from now until 2029.
They also ordered the removal of 339 parasols from beaches.
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The move came after a resolution by the Spanish Government’s Directorate-General for Coasts and the Coastline Directorate-General for Coasts and the Coastline regarding temporary installations between 2026 to 2029.
The reduction affects key beaches, including Cavall d’en Borràs, Ses Illetes, Llevant, Es Pujols, Es Copinar, as reported by Whats The Jam.
The resolution authorises 1,169 sun loungers and 589 parasols, but excludes 681 sun loungers and 339 parasols initially proposed by Formentera Council.
Other items such as trunks used as storage boxes were also rejected.
The restrictions imposed stem from the strict application of the criteria set out in a regional order governing the distribution of temporary installations on the beaches of the Balearics.
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The island’s council told local businesses that it fully shares the need to protect the coastline and ensure environmental sustainability but also maintains that this sustainability must be compatible with the island’s economic and social reality.
The Spanish Government is protective of the environment of the Balearic Islands.
In 2024, officials investigated singer Katy Perry for allegedly filming a music video in ecologically sensitive sand dunes.
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The video for Lifetimes shows the singer enjoying beaches and partying in clubs on the islands of Ibiza and Formentera.
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