Tall reeds on the banks sway gently in the wind. Canals cut through the wetlands as far as the eye can see. Until, in the distance, the silhouette of the Tramuntana stands out clearly against the sky. Out of the blue, the call of a bird is heard. The S’Albufera National Park is the largest and most important marsh in the Balearic Islands. And it is a unique biotope with a rich diversity of native flora and fauna. The park feels like an oasis, a place of peace and tranquility. But what’s this…
Mallorca’s Wild East: Parc Natural de Llevant
When it comes to hiking on the island most of us instantly think of the Tramuntana mountains. Or of the coastal trails along the turquoise Mediterranean. The great unknown, though, is the Wild East of Mallorca. However, there’s a dozen hiking trails of stunning beauty in the Parc Natural de Llevant. The mountains here may be less rough but nature is abundant and the views are just amazing. From Artà to Cala Ratjada to the bay of Alcúdia and even to Menorca in the distance. While the Tramuntana…