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S’Estaca: Hiking in the Footsteps of Michael Douglas

November 16, 2024November 17, 2024

The summer houses of S’Estaca are a popular destination during vacations. But the magic perhaps unfolds even more out of season when the hamlet has fallen into hibernation. A beautiful hike leads off the beaten track along the coast, offering magnificent views of the Mediterranean. And the famous rock of Sa Foradada regularly emerges from the sea like a giant whale. If you start the tour at Can Costa, the circular route will take you back to the picturesque restaurant at the end. In the…

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Camí Vell d’Estellencs: Hiking to Puigpunyent

October 7, 2024October 7, 2024

Not so long ago, there was but a historic mountain trail connecting the two remote Tramuntana villages. Today, the Cami Vell d’Estellencs allows for a secluded hike between the small coastal town and the mountain village of Puigpunyent. Whichever direction you choose, the route leads across beautiful varied terrain and offers magnificent views of the mountains and sea. Since both destinations are accessible via interurban tib bus, you can do the hike either way. In Estellencs it starts at the…

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Sa Dragonera: The Magic Dragon

September 8, 2024September 9, 2024

The panoramic view from the old lighthouse is simply breathtaking. Like a paper cutout the rugged cliffs of the Tramuntana mountains recede to the coast of Andratx. Framed by the deep blue of the Mediterranean the entire island of Sa Dragonera…

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Castell de sa Punta de n’Amer: Now and Then

July 27, 2024July 30, 2024

It’s a short and easy yet rewarding walk. And while the kids will be delighted to explore the watchtower the adults love to take a break at the nearby café. The Castell de sa Punta de n’Amer is one of the lesser known castles on Mallorca…

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Penyal d’Honor: Hiking El Camí des Grau

July 6, 2024July 6, 2024

Hace calor! It’s actually too hot for hiking in the Mallorcan summer months. On the other hand, the air is much cooler in the mountains than in the city or on the beach. Even more so if you hike through shady forests. Following the historic…

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Circular Hikes on Mallorca: 10 Best Routes

May 14, 2024July 6, 2024

Usually, we don’t like to walk in circles. If you find yourself back at the beginning, you don’t get any further. However, circular walks are something completely different. Getting back to the starting point makes the logistics much easier…

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Orange Trees Blooming on Mallorca

April 9, 2024April 9, 2024

Now is the season to experience an exceptional phenomenon. The time to immerse yourself into the scent of the island. The orange trees are blooming on Mallorca, again. But even more impressive than the precious white flowers is their alluring…

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Panoramic Hikes on Mallorca: 10 Scenic Routes

April 6, 2024April 6, 2024

For many hikers the journey is the reward. Others are only satisfied when they have reached the summit. On these panoramic hikes on Mallorca, you can have it all. Ten scenic routes with breathtaking views. Be it the Tramuntana mountains, a…