Es Caló Residents Raise Alarm Over Deteriorating Formentera Pier After 14 Years of Waiting

November 10, 2026

Residents of es Caló de Sant Agustí in Formentera are once again raising concerns about the deteriorating condition of the area's historic pier, known locally as the mollet des Caló. The residents' association says the structure is becoming increasingly dangerous after years of exposure to coastal storms, while the permits needed for its rehabilitation remain unresolved.

The neighbourhood's campaign for repairs dates back to 2012. Fourteen years later, residents say they are still waiting for a solution and have not received confirmation that the latest administrative steps towards securing the necessary concession have been completed.

The issue returned to the spotlight on 9 November, when IB3 reported the association's concerns about the condition of the pier. The last repair was reportedly carried out in 2002.

Uncertainty After the Consell's Unanimous Vote

A possible route towards resolving the situation emerged in March 2026, when the Consell de Formentera unanimously supported taking steps to obtain the concession for the pier so that it could be rehabilitated and maintained.

The motion was presented by the Socialist group and received support from all political groups represented in the plenary session.

The agreement was an important political step, but it did not mean that the concession had already been granted or that construction work could begin immediately. Further legal, administrative and property-related conditions needed to be examined before the Consell could assume responsibility for the site.

According to the residents' association, they have not been informed whether the formal request has subsequently been submitted to the relevant coastal authority or whether a response has been received.

The association also says it has not held a meeting with the current Consell government to discuss the pier's condition and the progress of the proposed solution.

Deterioration and Concerns About Safety

The pier has been exposed to repeated coastal storms, which residents say have contributed to its progressive deterioration.

In an interview with Ràdio Illa in May 2026, the Government's Balearic delegate, Alfonso Rodríguez Badal, also described the structure as being in an advanced state of degradation. He referred to damaged concrete and visible internal metal structures.

Rodríguez Badal said that the proposed solution was for the Consell to request a concession from the State, allowing the island institution to take responsibility for rehabilitation and future maintenance. He indicated that the coastal authority had no objection in principle to granting the concession.

However, that statement did not confirm that the administrative process had been completed or that permission for the works had been issued.

A Proposal Discussed Since 2012

The possibility of the Consell assuming direct responsibility for the pier has been discussed for years.

During the March plenary session, the island's vice-president, Verónica Castelló, recalled that the possibility had been under discussion since 2012.

The same session also addressed the pier's heritage value and the need to maintain its historic elements. The intention is not simply to repair the structure, but also to ensure that its future management protects its character and avoids it becoming another point for boats to berth.

A budget allocation of €100,000 for interventions in the area had also been included in the Balearic regional budget, according to reporting by Cadena SER. This should not be confused with confirmation that the pier's rehabilitation has been fully funded or that the money has been spent.

Residents Still Waiting for a Clear Timeline

For the residents of es Caló, the unanimous vote in March raised hopes that the long-running problem might finally move towards a solution. However, without confirmation of the concession's status, the next steps remain uncertain.

The association continues to call attention to the condition of the pier and the need for a concrete response from the administrations involved.

The central question is now whether the concession process has formally advanced and when the necessary permissions and rehabilitation work can be secured. Until those steps are confirmed, the future of the mollet des Caló remains unresolved.

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