Walking in Mallorca: Sierra de la Tramontana
Walking in Mallorca: Sierra de la Tramontana
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Follow part of the 171-kilometre trail on the peculiar GR 221, from Esporles to Pollenca, and discover the traditional dry-stone paths on La Ruta de la Piedra Seca, in the Sierra de Tramontana mountain range, which used to connect the villages through the middle of olive groves.
Discover the Colls (or small villages), caves, coves and torrents walking along paths built with the dry stone technique, typically Mediterranean: laying stones one after the other without any kind of cement, and forming terraces suitable for cultivation in the rugged Mallorcan geography.
- Walk through This UNESCO World Heritage Site, in the Cultural Landscape category.
- Discover the area with the greatest environmental value on the island of Mallorca.
- Walk through Valldemossa, where George Sand wrote his book "Spiridion" and Chopin composed many of his preludes.
- Learn about the myths and legends of this region, such as the statuette of the Virgin Mary of Lluc.
- Get to know Sa Calobra Cove, the setting for the film "Cloud Atlas".
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Day 1 - Arrival in Esporlas
After a short transfer from Palma de Mallorca Airport to Esporlas, you can enjoy the beauty of the Mediterranean in this village that preserves its character as an industrial town.
Walk from one end to the other along its ancient royal paths that border Mola de Planicia and Moleto de sa Granja. Don't forget to enjoy sobrasada, a pork and paprika sausage to spread on bread; camaiot, another sausage made from lean pork and blood; or a slice of Mallorcan black pork loin.
Walk from one end to the other along its ancient royal paths that border Mola de Planicia and Moleto de sa Granja. Don't forget to enjoy sobrasada, a pork and paprika sausage to spread on bread; camaiot, another sausage made from lean pork and blood; or a slice of Mallorcan black pork loin.
Overnight in Esporlas
Hotel Son Galceran
This rural hotel dedicated to agro tourism is located in the Esporles Valley, in an 18th century house, surrounded by orange trees and orange blossom flowers.
It offers typical Mallorcan rooms with air conditioning, bathroom, heating, satellite TV, safe and some have a private balcony. Enjoy the swimming pool, the hammocks, the piano or the ping pong table.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
It offers typical Mallorcan rooms with air conditioning, bathroom, heating, satellite TV, safe and some have a private balcony. Enjoy the swimming pool, the hammocks, the piano or the ping pong table.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 2 - Esporlas to Valldemossa 5,8 miles | 9,4 km
You will start the ascent on Carrer de Joan Riutort street and follow the typical GR 221 route signs. You will reach the top of Son Cabaspre and turn off towards the mountain pass, Coll de Sa Basseta.
You will take the path that leads to the Pla de l'Aljub, an old area used by lumberjacks, hunters, shepherds and mountain people. Afterwards, you will descend to the Coll de Sant Jordi to a gate that leads to the Comuna de Valldemossa.
Once in Valldemossa, you can stroll through the picturesque streets and visit the gardens of the Real Cartuja, a house-museum where the composer Chopin stayed for a brief period of time.
Ascent: 633m (2,077ft) / Descent: 401m (1,316ft)
You will take the path that leads to the Pla de l'Aljub, an old area used by lumberjacks, hunters, shepherds and mountain people. Afterwards, you will descend to the Coll de Sant Jordi to a gate that leads to the Comuna de Valldemossa.
Once in Valldemossa, you can stroll through the picturesque streets and visit the gardens of the Real Cartuja, a house-museum where the composer Chopin stayed for a brief period of time.
Ascent: 633m (2,077ft) / Descent: 401m (1,316ft)
Overnight in Valldemossa
Marton Hotel Valldemossa
Charming hotel located in Valldemossa, considered by Frederic Chopin as "the most beautiful place in the world."
Built from an old house, its interior has been completely renovated with excellent quality materials and design to ensure a pleasant stay. Guests can enjoy their vacation days in total tranquility and a family-friendly atmosphere.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Built from an old house, its interior has been completely renovated with excellent quality materials and design to ensure a pleasant stay. Guests can enjoy their vacation days in total tranquility and a family-friendly atmosphere.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 3 - Valldemossa to Deia 6,4 miles | 10,3 km
You will start the day by taking the path up to the cliffs and enter the forest of countless paths. You will follow the overgrown path to Deia or Deya, from the Arabic Ad Daia, which is anchored on the hill and was an important point of Muslim control.
The route will take you to the summit of Es Caragoli, located at an altitude of 945 metres, the highest point of this stage. When you reach Deia, you will walk through the streets of this village that became a place of pilgrimage for artists, painters, writers, poets and bohemians, who were captivated by the beauty of the Sierra de Tramontana mountain range.
In Deia you can also visit the Parish Museum, the Robert Graves House Museum, the Son Marroig Museum, or the museum dedicated to the painter Norman Yanikun. You can also take a walk to Sa Foradada, a small peninsula.
Ascent: 600m (1,968ft) / Descent: 833m (2,733ft)
The route will take you to the summit of Es Caragoli, located at an altitude of 945 metres, the highest point of this stage. When you reach Deia, you will walk through the streets of this village that became a place of pilgrimage for artists, painters, writers, poets and bohemians, who were captivated by the beauty of the Sierra de Tramontana mountain range.
In Deia you can also visit the Parish Museum, the Robert Graves House Museum, the Son Marroig Museum, or the museum dedicated to the painter Norman Yanikun. You can also take a walk to Sa Foradada, a small peninsula.
Ascent: 600m (1,968ft) / Descent: 833m (2,733ft)
Overnight in Deia
Hotel Des Puig
This boutique hotel was chosen as a resting place for such illustrious travellers as Manuel de Falla and Anais Nin.
It offers rooms and apartments with stunning views, in a rustic style, equipped with air conditioning and TV.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Enjoy a buffet breakfast in the dining room or on the hotel terrace, a swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.
It offers rooms and apartments with stunning views, in a rustic style, equipped with air conditioning and TV.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Enjoy a buffet breakfast in the dining room or on the hotel terrace, a swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.
Day 4 - Deia to Soller 8,7 miles | 14 km
Today you will have one of the most beautiful routes of the route: next to the sea and with wonderful views. You will go up and down several ascents and descents in the direction of Cala Deia, a small cove with a beach only 70 metres long.
Further on, you will reach Cap Gros, a lighthouse located in the northwest of the island, and continue on to the promenade of the port of Soller.
When you reach the port, you will have to take the tram to Soller on your own. This village is located in the middle of a 'valley of oranges', known as the 'golden valley'. Here you can admire the Mediterranean nature of the sierra with its birds, fruit trees, holm oaks and pines.
Ascent: 374m (1,227ft) / Descent: 507m (1,663ft)
Further on, you will reach Cap Gros, a lighthouse located in the northwest of the island, and continue on to the promenade of the port of Soller.
When you reach the port, you will have to take the tram to Soller on your own. This village is located in the middle of a 'valley of oranges', known as the 'golden valley'. Here you can admire the Mediterranean nature of the sierra with its birds, fruit trees, holm oaks and pines.
Ascent: 374m (1,227ft) / Descent: 507m (1,663ft)
Overnight in Soller
El Guía Hotel & Restaurant
It is one of the oldest establishments in Mallorca (since 1880); its appearance retains all the character and charm of the island's most traditional architecture. Although it does not have large facilities, it offers visitors the chance to stay in a genuine, very Mallorcan hotel, meticulously cared for in every aspect.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 5 - Enjoy your day in the Cuber Reservoir 8 miles | 13 km
You will start the day with an included transfer from Soller to the Cuber reservoir. Upon arrival, you will have a peaceful walk while contemplating the alpine-tinged landscape and the crystal-clear waters of the reservoir.
Later on, you will go over the Coll de L'Ofre pass, 875 metres high, located at the foot of the Puig de l'Ofre mountain. From here, you will have impressive views of the Cuber reservoir.
You will continue to the village of Biniaraix, where you can visit the parish church of La Inmaculada. Your day will end in Soller, where you will spend the night.
Ascent: 290m (951ft) / Descent: 1025m (3,363ft)
Later on, you will go over the Coll de L'Ofre pass, 875 metres high, located at the foot of the Puig de l'Ofre mountain. From here, you will have impressive views of the Cuber reservoir.
You will continue to the village of Biniaraix, where you can visit the parish church of La Inmaculada. Your day will end in Soller, where you will spend the night.
Ascent: 290m (951ft) / Descent: 1025m (3,363ft)
Overnight in Soller
El Guía Hotel & Restaurant
It is one of the oldest establishments in Mallorca (since 1880); its appearance retains all the character and charm of the island's most traditional architecture. Although it does not have large facilities, it offers visitors the chance to stay in a genuine, very Mallorcan hotel, meticulously cared for in every aspect.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 6 - Soller to Lluc 8,7 miles | 14 km
You will start the day with an included transfer from Soller to the Cuber reservoir.
The route will pass between great peaks, such as the island's giant, Puig Major. You will continue ascending and descending, through the mountains, until you reach the valley along the Voltes d'en Galileu path.
You will climb the GR 221 path until you reach the highest point of this stage, the Coll des Prat mountain pass at an altitude of 1,212 metres. From there, you will continue on to the vicinity of Lluc.
In Lluc you can visit the Sanctuary of Santa María de Lluc, the most famous monastery in Mallorca, where the Virgin of Lluc or La Morenita, patron saint of Mallorca, resides. This is a renowned place of pilgrimage: every year, in the Marcha des Güell a Lluc a Peu, more than 10,000 people walk the 50 km between Palma and the Sanctuary in a single night.
Ascent: 652m (2,139ft) / Descent: 925m (3,035ft)
The route will pass between great peaks, such as the island's giant, Puig Major. You will continue ascending and descending, through the mountains, until you reach the valley along the Voltes d'en Galileu path.
You will climb the GR 221 path until you reach the highest point of this stage, the Coll des Prat mountain pass at an altitude of 1,212 metres. From there, you will continue on to the vicinity of Lluc.
In Lluc you can visit the Sanctuary of Santa María de Lluc, the most famous monastery in Mallorca, where the Virgin of Lluc or La Morenita, patron saint of Mallorca, resides. This is a renowned place of pilgrimage: every year, in the Marcha des Güell a Lluc a Peu, more than 10,000 people walk the 50 km between Palma and the Sanctuary in a single night.
Ascent: 652m (2,139ft) / Descent: 925m (3,035ft)
Overnight in Lluc
Santuario de Lluc
This simple and traditional accommodation, also called Portxets, is located in the sanctuary at Lluc, in the Sierra de Tramontana.
It has 81 rooms and 39 apartments, with central heating, TV and private bathroom. Some have stunning views of the mountains or the sanctuary.
Enjoy the in-house museum and three restaurants serving Mallorcan cuisine, such as roast lamb. Relax in the outdoor swimming pool, the two bars or the cafeteria.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
It has 81 rooms and 39 apartments, with central heating, TV and private bathroom. Some have stunning views of the mountains or the sanctuary.
Enjoy the in-house museum and three restaurants serving Mallorcan cuisine, such as roast lamb. Relax in the outdoor swimming pool, the two bars or the cafeteria.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 7 - Lluc to Pollensa 12 miles | 19 km
Today's stage will allow you to admire some of the most emblematic mountains of the islands, such as Puig de Massanella, Puig Tomir, Puig d'en Galileu and Puig Roig. On the way, if you wish, you can take a detour to explore some of the caves and torrents, such as Torrent de Pareis and Torrent de Mortitx.
You will continue the route through the forest and pass the Son Amer refuge, located at the top of the hill. At this point, you can head towards Coll Pelat and, from there, towards Coll des Pedregaret.
Heading north, you will descend to Pollensa, a village with Moorish and Roman traditions. Once there, you can walk along the port of Pollensa or venture into the Cala de San Vicente, which is home to a group of other coves with crystal-clear waters located at the foot of Cavall Bernat.
Ascent: 348m (1,142ft) / Descent: 768m (2,520ft)
You will continue the route through the forest and pass the Son Amer refuge, located at the top of the hill. At this point, you can head towards Coll Pelat and, from there, towards Coll des Pedregaret.
Heading north, you will descend to Pollensa, a village with Moorish and Roman traditions. Once there, you can walk along the port of Pollensa or venture into the Cala de San Vicente, which is home to a group of other coves with crystal-clear waters located at the foot of Cavall Bernat.
Ascent: 348m (1,142ft) / Descent: 768m (2,520ft)
Overnight in Pollensa
Hotel Juma
Set in Pollensa's historic main square, this small, family-run hotel has a rooftop terrace featuring a hot tub and spectacular views of the Tramontana Mountains.
It offers air-conditioned rooms with heating and flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a bath or shower.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
It offers air-conditioned rooms with heating and flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a bath or shower.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 8 - Pollensa
Make your way to Palma de Mallorca Airport, or take a train to Castelldefels station, depending on your next destination.
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- Accommodation in en suite rooms in charming hotels
- Daily Breakfasts
- Luggage transfers between accommodations
- Transfer to and from Palma de Mallorca Airport
- Transfers by taxi between Cuber y Soller (days 5 and 6)
- Information dossier with maps and routes
- 24-hour telephone support
- Sustainable travel, we compensate the CO2 emissions of your trip
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General information
The accommodations with which we collaborate have a private bathroom and all the necessary services to ensure the best comfort available.
Our team checks in situ the quality of all the accommodations offered, so that you have an unforgettable experience during your trip.
The accommodation that we will book for your trip will be selected taking into account our commitment to you: guaranteeing comfort, calm and enjoyment throughout your trip.
We work with quality hotels and country cottages with limited capacity, so we invite you to confirm your reservation as soon as possible.
The name of each accommodation will be provided to you a few weeks before your trip begins.
Room types
It is possible to book this journey in single, double or triple rooms.
All rooms have private bathrooms.
Travel & Transfers
We recommend flying to Palma de Mallorca Airport. Upon arrival, a private transfer to your first accommodation is included.
At the end of your trip, a private transfer from your last accommodation back to the departure airport is also included.
At the end of your trip, a private transfer from your last accommodation back to the departure airport is also included.
FAQs
Is luggage transfer included? What are the luggage requirements?
Absolutely! Each traveller has included 1 piece of luggage that we will transfer between your accommodations. It's important that this piece of luggage meets the following criterias:
- Maximum weight of 45 lbs (20 kg).
- Must be only 1 piece of luggage without any attachments or accessories.
- Should not contain valuables, fragile items, food or medications.
- Must be correctly identified (booking reference of your trip and the full name of the trip holder).
What is the best time of the year to do this route?
La Ruta de la Piedra Seca is available from spring to early summer and early autumn. In summer temperatures are very high, so we suggest the months of April to June and September and October.
In spring, the mornings and evenings are usually cool and during the day the temperatures are pleasant. In autumn, the scenery along the GR 221 route is also unbeatable.
How far in advance should I book my trip?
We recommend that you book as soon as you are sure about your dates, as accommodation can fill up very quickly in this area.
What equipment do I need to bring?
Once you make your reservation we will send you all the detailed information about the specific equipment you need for this route, considering recommendations for shoes, boots, clothes and a day-to day backpack.
Is this route for me?
You will love this route if you are passionate about challenging walks through Mediterranean landscape, over high peaks and along ancient trails and villages rich in gastronomy.
Ideal for those who want to avoid the crowds and who are passionate about culture, history and discovering myths, legends, traditions, customs and island architecture.
How should I prepare myself physically?
You will need to be in good physical condition to walk this route, categorised as of medium-high difficulty, over cobbled paths with steep ascents and descents through the peaks of the Sierra.
We suggest you prepare yourself with daily walks or cardio exercises, approximately 2 months before starting the trip as the walks are between 10 and 19 km per day on average.
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