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- Coastal Cliffs & Sea Caves — jagged limestone cliffs drop into turquoise water; hike the coastal path to small sea caves you can peer into or scramble down to for a quiet snorkel when the sea is calm.
- Garigue & Wildflower Slopes — low Mediterranean scrub full of thyme, rockrose and seasonal orchids; the scent in spring is unreal and the short walks here are great for spotting butterflies and tiny lizards.
- Ridgewalk Trail — a compact but rewarding ridge trail that links viewpoints; easy terrain with a few steep bits, perfect for a half-day hike and panoramic photos of the island’s north coast.
- Salt Pans & Sheltered Bays — old salt pans carved into the shoreline give way to shallow bays where shorebirds feed; low tide reveals pools full of crabs and small fish—good for casual tide-pooling.
- Coastal Cliffs & Sea Caves — jagged limestone cliffs drop into turquoise water; hike the coastal path to small sea caves you can peer into or scramble down to for a quiet snorkel when the sea is calm.
- Garigue & Wildflower Slopes — low Mediterranean scrub full of thyme, rockrose and seasonal orchids; the scent in spring is unreal and the short walks here are great for spotting butterflies and tiny lizards.
- Ridgewalk Trail — a compact but rewarding ridge trail that links viewpoints; easy terrain with a few steep bits, perfect for a half-day hike and panoramic photos of the island’s north coast.
- Salt Pans & Sheltered Bays — old salt pans carved into the shoreline give way to shallow bays where shorebirds feed; low tide reveals pools full of crabs and small fish—good for casual tide-pooling.
- Valley of Old Terraces — a network of dry-stone terraces and ruined farmhouses, great for wandering and imagining how people farmed this rocky land; also an easy place to shelter from wind and picnic.
- Birdwatchers’ Marsh — a small wetland that attracts migrants in spring and autumn; bring binoculars—warblers, waders and the occasional raptor pass through depending on the season.
- Stargazing Viewpoint — a tucked-away high point with minimal light pollution; clear Mediterranean skies make for excellent star fields and quiet nights if you camp nearby (where allowed).
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