Almond blossom in Ibiza: when and where to see it
Ibiza almond blossom usually appears between late January and mid-February, though it shifts every winter. The best place is the Pla de Corona, around Santa Agnès in the north-west. Walk it on the 6.8 km loop and stay out of the fields: they're private farmland.
In the depths of winter, when half the island is closed and the beaches are empty, inland Ibiza turns white and pink. Almond trees flower before almost any other tree and, for a few weeks, the north-western valleys look as if they've had a dusting of snow. It's one of the most beautiful sights of the year and one of the best reasons to visit out of season.
To see it properly you need the right dates and the right places, but you also need to understand that those fields are the livelihood of farming families. Here's when the trees blossom, the best spots, a walking route and how to behave so the locals are glad to see you.
Ibiza almond blossom: when do the trees flower?
The usual window runs from late January to mid-February, almost always peaking in the first half of February. But it isn't a fixed date: in some winters the first trees open in mid-January, and in others the blossom lasts into early March.
Why it changes every year:
- Winter cold: almond trees need a certain number of cold hours to "wake up". In a mild winter, flowering comes earlier and is more spread out.
- Rain and wind: a northerly tramontana storm or a week of heavy rain can strip the blossom in a few days.
- Every tree is different: early and late varieties, old and young trees, and higher, colder spots all mix in Ibiza's fields. That's why one valley can have trees in flower for three or four weeks.
- Altitude and aspect: the Pla de Corona sits about 180 metres above sea level, a little cooler than the coast.
Our advice: if you can choose, come between 1 and 15 February. If your trip is already booked, follow the Santa Agnès almond blossom hashtag on social media, or ask anyone who lives in the north the week before: everyone here talks about how the blossom is coming along.
| Period | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Mid-January | First trees in flower in mild years |
| Late January | Blossom starts spreading across the valleys |
| 1-15 February | Usual peak: the best time |
| Second half of February | Petals falling, first green leaves |
| Early March | Only in late years |
The Pla de Corona and Santa Agnès
The go-to spot is the Pla de Corona, the farming plain surrounding the village of Santa Agnès de Corona (Santa Inés), in the municipality of Sant Antoni de Portmany. It's an almost circular basin of about 3 square kilometres, ringed by pine-covered ridges, with red clay soil that contrasts with the white of the blossom. Because good land is scarce, the farmhouses were built around the edges rather than on the plain: the whole centre is fields.
Here the almond trees share space with carob, fig and olive trees, cereals and the odd vineyard, with dry-stone walls dividing the plots. It's one of the few parts of Ibiza still farmed intensively, which is why the landscape has survived. The white, simple church of Santa Agnès dates from 1812 and stands at the north-east corner of the plain.
As well as the almond trees, Santa Agnès lies within Es Amunts, the protected natural area of the north, with towering sea cliffs and very few settlements. Close by is the sa Penya Esbarrada viewpoint, looking out to the ses Margalides islets.
Other places to see almond blossom
The Pla de Corona is the most famous, but not the only one. If you want to escape the crowds:
- Sant Mateu d'Albarca: the neighbouring valley, also in Sant Antoni, with vineyards, cereals and almond trees. It has an official 10.7 km route from the church (graded hard) that passes es Camp Vell.
- Sant Miquel de Balansat and Sant Joan de Labritja: the inland northern valleys, with almond trees on terraces among farmhouses. You can see them well from the back roads.
- Buscastell and Santa Gertrudis: the centre of the island, with vegetable gardens and scattered almond trees. On Saturday mornings you can combine it with the Forada farmers' market.
- The fields around Sant Agustí and Sant Josep: almond trees dotted among carobs, less dense but very peaceful.
A February drive through the northern inland villages (Santa Gertrudis, Sant Mateu, Santa Agnès, Sant Miquel and Sant Joan) is a great way to see several valleys in a day. What each village has to offer is in Ibiza villages to visit.
An almond blossom walk: the Pla de Corona loop
Sant Antoni town hall has an official route that's exactly what you need:
- Start and finish: the church of Santa Agnès de Corona.
- Distance: 6.8 km, circular.
- Climb: about 100 metres in total.
- Difficulty: easy.
- Highlights: the centre of the Pla de Corona around km 3 and the sa Penya Esbarrada viewpoint around km 5.
- Track: the town hall offers it as a GPX and KMZ download.
Allow about two hours at a relaxed pace, with photo stops. Wear comfortable shoes (after rain the red earth sticks to your soles), bring a jacket, because the wind blows across the plain, and water. If you're coming by bus, the T7 (Sant Joan-Sant Miquel-Sant Mateu-Sant Antoni) only goes up to Santa Agnès on some departures: check the winter timetable on the ALSA Ibiza website and plan your return before you set off.
If you fancy a longer walk, there are more ideas in Ibiza hiking trails.
The rules: these are private fields
This is the most important part. Ibiza's almond groves aren't a park: they're private farms, many worked by the same families for generations. The fact that the landscape has become famous doesn't give anyone the right to walk in.
- Don't go into the fields for photos, even if there's no fence. Take them from the path.
- Don't cut branches or flowers, or shake the trees. Every flower is an almond come summer.
- Don't park on tracks leading to houses or on the verges. A tractor has to be able to get through.
- No drones over houses and farms: as well as being a nuisance, in many cases you need permission and must respect people's privacy.
- Close any gates you find closed and keep the noise down near houses.
- Keep dogs on a lead: some farms have livestock and free-roaming chickens.
- Take your rubbish home and don't leave tissues or litter among the trees.
If you want to photograph someone working in the fields, ask first. Many locals are friendly, and a chat by the path often makes for better stories than any photo.
What's the weather like in Ibiza in February?
February is a mild winter. According to AEMET's climate normals for Ibiza airport, the average high is around 16 °C (61 °F) and the average low around 8 °C (46 °F), with about 5 days of rain a month. There are plenty of sunny, clear days, but inland the mornings are chilly and Santa Agnès can be quite windy. The sea is around 14 °C (57 °F): only for the brave.
What to pack: layers, a windproof jacket, shoes that can handle mud, and sunglasses. And always have a rainy-day plan (see what to do in Ibiza on a rainy day).
What else to do in Ibiza in February
Coming to see the almond blossom is the perfect excuse to discover residents' Ibiza. Some ideas to round off the trip:
- Village fiestas: Santa Agnès celebrates its saint on 21 January and Santa Eulària its patron saint on 12 February, with ball pagès folk dancing, mass and a community lunch. Calendar in Ibiza village festivals.
- Carnival: schools and villages hold parades in February or March, depending on the year.
- Dalt Vila without the crowds: walking around the walled old town in winter is a different experience.
- Coastal walks: with mild temperatures, the clifftop routes are perfect.
- Hearty food in the village restaurants that open all year: sofrit pagès, guisat de peix or arroz de matanzas.
- Sunset facing Es Vedrà: in winter the sun sets very close to the islet. We explain it in Es Vedrà.
- Stay in the countryside: a rural hotel in the north puts you minutes from the almond trees. Ideas in rural hotels and agroturismos in Ibiza.
The full picture of low season, with what's open and what's closed, is in Ibiza in winter. And if you'd like to go with other people, in the app you can create a plan for an almond blossom walk or browse what's on across the island in the calendar.
Common mistakes
- Coming in March expecting blossom: in most years it will already have fallen.
- Driving up on a Sunday at midday: traffic jams on the Santa Agnès road and no parking.
- Wandering among the trees for a photo: it's the locals' number one complaint.
- Ignoring the forecast: one day of strong tramontana can leave the trees almost bare.
Sources and official information
- Visit Sant Antoni · Pla de Corona hiking route
- Visit Sant Antoni · Sant Mateu and es Camp Vell route
- Ajuntament de Sant Antoni de Portmany · What's on
- AEMET · Climate normals, Ibiza Airport
- Enciclopèdia d'Eivissa i Formentera · Pla de Corona
- Transport Públic d'Eivissa (Alsa) · T7 route
Frequently asked questions
When do almond trees blossom in Ibiza?
Usually between late January and mid-February, peaking in the first half of February. It depends on each winter's cold and rain: some years it starts in mid-January, and in others it lasts until early March. Ask the week before how the blossom is looking in Santa Agnès.
Where can you see almond blossom in Ibiza?
The most famous spot is the Pla de Corona, the plain around Santa Agnès de Corona in Sant Antoni de Portmany. There are also plenty in the valleys of Sant Mateu, Sant Miquel and Sant Joan, and scattered around Buscastell, Santa Gertrudis and Sant Agustí. The best way to see them is on foot or by car.
Can you walk into the almond fields?
No. They're private farms, most worked by farming families, even where there's no fence. Take photos from the public paths, don't cut branches or flowers, don't park in house entrances and don't fly drones over the farms. Respecting these rules is what keeps the area open to visitors.
Is there a walking route to see the almond blossom?
Yes. Sant Antoni town hall offers a 6.8 km loop around the Pla de Corona, starting and finishing at the church in Santa Agnès, with about 100 metres of climb and easy difficulty. It crosses the middle of the plain and reaches the sa Penya Esbarrada viewpoint. You can download the track from its website.
What's the weather like in Ibiza in February?
Mild and fairly sunny. According to AEMET, the average high is around 16 °C (61 °F) and the low around 8 °C (46 °F), with about five days of rain a month. Inland the mornings are chilly and Santa Agnès is windy, so bring layers and a windproof jacket. The sea is about 14 °C.
Can you get to Santa Agnès by bus?
Yes, but options are limited. The T7 on the 2026 network, which links Sant Joan, Sant Miquel, Sant Mateu and San Antonio, only goes up to Santa Agnès on some departures. Check the winter timetable on the ALSA Ibiza website or app and sort out your return before you set off.
