This is the list of places to have sex in the Balearic Islands: "Poor ventilation. The next person who enters will smell like lamb."

PalmThe Balearic Islands are known for their sun, beaches, picture-postcard landscapes, and culture, but for better or worse, hidden (or not) 'love nests' have also gained momentum. Secret spaces where people go to do things they would never do in their dining room or on a friend's couch. There are platforms like My Shelters that collect information about these sites and allow users to rate their privacy, cleanliness, safety, and convenience. It's not just a directory: you can filter by sexual orientation, rating, number of cars that fit at peak traffic, and even the walking distance to the hottest spot.

The sites are as varied as they are surprising. From a nearly deserted beach to an abandoned tunnel, from lonely parking lots to industrial areas. Some are recognized classics; others, whispered secrets known only to insiders. Comments range from "perfect for a quick escape" to "dramatic, gothic atmosphere." For example, the Mola viewpoint in Puerto de Andratx has a 3/5. But beware: "At the end of the street, turn left where there's a lighthouse; if you stay overnight, the bitter old neighbor will wake you up taking pictures in the car," warns the description.

Even the holiest places suffer from the sexual desires of residents and tourists. The Chapel of the Sacred Stone, near the highway leading to Santa Ponça, is a sexual space: "Not even God can pass by, there's a bike path at the end and you can hide behind the trees," say those who go.

From a hospital to a cemetery

There are hundreds of unexpected places on the web: public hospital bathrooms (even in corners of wards) and private ones, cemeteries, sports centers... even the slide at Parque del Mar. Also libraries, yes, libraries. Quiet, but difficult to go unnoticed. One of Palma's most iconic libraries is the Ramon Llull Library: "It's the one for high schools; he's fucked everyone here. The lock is locked, but the ventilation is poor. The next person who comes in will smell like a whore," warns one user.

There are even more cryptic areas: a "nook between streets" in the city center, near Plaça de la Mercè, where "many tourist couples come after dark and in the early morning." In Menorca, for example, a wooded area behind the Casino de Maó is recommended: "A perfect place to let off steam, behind some bushes in an open area of land." As for Ibiza, there are also dozens of places, such as the Sant Antoni de Portmany wastewater treatment plant. Formentera also has several spots where it's possible to have a sexual encounter, many of them on beaches and in protected areas.

The most popular spots, according to users

• Stairs of the Sea Park: discreet, central, perfect for going unnoticed.
• Abandoned supermarket parking lots: few people, lots of quiet, total privacy.
• Small forests in urbanizations: little-trafficked green areas, ideal for natural adventures.
• Creative and unusual corners: Bars closed after hours, secluded mountain trails, and outdated industrial buildings. The community values them for their discretion and originality.

It's worth remembering that having sex in public can constitute the crime of indecent exposure according to the Penal Code and local ordinances, with varying consequences depending on the severity: fines if the police intervene; legal charges and a criminal record in serious cases. It should never be done in front of minors or non-consenting people, and hygiene and safety must be taken into account: always use a condom.

In short, the Balearic Islands' sex spots show a lesser-known side of the islands: secret corners where intimacy blends with creativity and adventure. And yes, they can be very attractive, but you have to be respectful, avoid causing scandals, and avoid leaving behind manure.