I do know that Mallorca is a great place for cycling holidays, and if this is your passion, you will find some amazing scenery along the way. I did go there by bus and I noticed that it was a really popular route for cyclists. I have to admit, I didn’t personally cycle to Lluc – I don’t think I’m fit enough. I am still yet to discover more of the west of the island. I would love to return to Mallorca for a trip that involves more hiking. Half an hour later I reached the viewpoint I was aiming towards, and wished I had more time to continue further. The path moved from the side of the mountain towards the thick pine forest, where I encountered sheep and a few packs of wild mountain goats. It wasn’t the easiest trail because of the rocky terrain, but it was wide enough for my fear of heights not to kick in. As I kept climbing and climbing, the views became more and more breathtaking. I wanted to reach the first Mirador and then come back, but the main path was going through private land, so I had to take the much longer de-tour trail. So off I went, even if I wasn’t really prepared, as I was wearing jeans and sketchers instead of hiking gear. I wasn’t planning on hiking, but after I visited the village I noticed that I had two hours to spare until the next bus, so I thought, why not. This was my first encounter with what I call “the blues of Mallorca”– because of this gorgeous shade of blue that reminded me more of the exotic Caribbean Sea rather than the Mediterranean Sea.Īnother memorable hike I’ve done in Mallorca was in the Sierra de Tramuntana mountains, in Valdemossa. Even if the sea was quite rough, after the rain its colour was a gorgeous shade of azure blue. Once you reach the top there is a flat portion, before the path starts descending towards Cala San Viecente.īy the time I reached the cala, the sun was preparing to set, embracing the landscape in a warm, golden light. It is fairy easy, with just a bit un uneven terrain at the beginning, uphill. The trail is very well marked on Google Maps, and you can’t really miss it. From the top of the hill there is a pretty panorama towards Port Pollenca. My first hike in Mallorca was from Port Pollenca to Cala San Vicente, a short 40-minute trail connecting the two villages over a hill. There are so many wonderful trails along the Tramuntana mountains, the beaches, the national parks and to the hidden coves, which are only accessible by foot. You may be surprised to hear that Mallorca is a hiker’s paradise. I like to stay away from crowds when I travel, and if you do too, keep reading on. In this article I will tell you all about those unique things that will make your holiday to Mallorca so much more special. I never imagined I would have Cala Pi, or Cala Mondrago, which are very popular in summer, all to myself! And what a feeling that was! I also took a dip in the sea in November, and even though the water was chilly, it still wasn’t as cold as the English Channel is during the summer. The weather was never bad enough to make me cancel my plans and I also got to experience all those gorgeous beaches that Mallorca is so famous for, without any other people around. I managed to find quite a few non-touristy things to do in Mallorca, especially as I travelled there off season, which I highly recommend that you do too. And let me tell you, spending your holiday in Mallorca will be a treat if you love nature, good food, and unique experiences. And oh, what amazing things I found! My first trip was so great that I returned and immersed myself deeper into everything the island has to offer. As I am not really into clubbing or drinking until the early hours of the morning, I searched for other things to do in Mallorca, mostly culture and nature related. Before my first trip to Mallorca, I didn’t know much about the island, and I associate it with a party destination.

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