Mallorca Magazine
Castell del Rei, the King’s Castle, is one of the three remaining rock castles on Mallorca. Only few know the imposing structure near Pollença. Not only because of its perfect camouflage. The path leading through the Vall de Ternelles is still…
Sooner or later, every cyclist on Mallorca aims for Coll de sa Batalla, the pass on the way to Santuari de Lluc. If you wear hiking boots, however, the col is one of the starting points to another spectacular Tramuntana summit. Puig de…
With the proximity of mountains and sea Mallorca is an eldorado for hikers. Whether you’re up to an easy walk or a challenging climb, the island offers something for everybody. Yet, if you go hiking with children, a little incentive will…
The town of Sóller is both a popular destination and a great starting point for hikers. Surrounded by the Tramuntana and some of the most beautiful mountain villages. The orchard of Mallorca is famous for its oranges and lemons. An easy Sóller…
While meteorologists take March 1st as the beginning of spring and the island celebrates Balearic Day, the Tramuntana lies under a blanket of heavy snow. Turning Mallorca into a winter wonderland. But don’t be mistaken. As beautiful as the…
It’s just an easy hike, but exciting nonetheless. The ancient watchtower Torre Picada is part of a network of observation posts that formed an early warning system around the entire island. Not far from Port de Sóller, the climb takes barely…
White clouds against a deep blue sky are reflected in the clear green water of the pond. What almost looks like a swimming pool is part of a sophisticated irrigation system. Turning the dry mountain in fertile ground. With the cypress trees and…
When hikers rave about their favorite routes in the Tramuntana, this rather short tour is rarely mentioned. Among locals, however, the hike to the Cor de Jesús is very popular. Actually, it’s also one of my favorites. The white statue high…