Molí d'en Fèlix

Molí d'en Fèlix is a preserved windmill in Eivissa, Ibiza's capital, standing on the hill of Puig des Molins.

What is this place?

Molí d'en Fèlix was built in the late 18th century (around 1775) as one of eight windmills once clustered on a set of low hills west of Salt de s'Ase — the very mills that gave the hill its name, Puig des Molins, "Hill of the Mills." The mill ground grain until the 1940s and was the last of the group to stop operating. It is now listed as a Bien de Interés Cultural (BIC), Spain's designation for sites of cultural significance, and survives largely intact, with the exception of its sails (aspas), which no longer remain.

The structure follows the typical "molí pitiús" design found on Ibiza and Formentera: a cylindrical stone tower with two opposite doors that allowed airflow through the mechanism while it was in use.

How to get there?

The mill stands within Eivissa itself, near Carrer Joaquín Sorolla, within easy walking distance of the old town (Dalt Vila) and of the renowned Puig des Molins necropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site. That makes it simple to combine a visit to Molí d'en Fèlix with a walk through the historic centre, without needing a car.

What will you see?

The distinctive cylindrical stone tower and its two facing doors stand out immediately, as does the absence of sails. The hill itself carries a double layer of history: alongside its milling heritage, Puig des Molins holds one of the most important Phoenician-Punic necropolises in the Mediterranean, adding extra historical depth to the site. From around the mill there are also views over the rooftops of Eivissa.

When to visit?

The exterior of the mill can be viewed year-round, regardless of season. Since Molí d'en Fèlix does not operate as a museum with fixed opening hours in the way larger attractions do, it's worth checking with the local tourist office in Eivissa before a visit if access to the interior is the goal.

Frequently asked questions

How does Molí d'en Fèlix differ from other windmills on Ibiza? It was one of eight windmills historically grouped on Puig des Molins and the last of them to stop grinding grain, giving it a particular place in the island's milling history.

Does the mill still have its sails? No — the structure remains largely intact, but the sails (aspas) have not survived to the present day.

Is it worth combining with other nearby sights? Yes, the mill sits close to the UNESCO-listed Puig des Molins necropolis and the old town of Dalt Vila, making it an easy addition to a walking route through historic Eivissa.

Do you need a car to reach it? No, the mill is located within the town of Eivissa and is easily reached on foot from the centre.