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Mallorca

Mallorca - only pretty beaches and wild parties? Far from it! The Spanish island in the western Mediterranean is an exciting place to visit, especially for active travelers and people with an interest in culture. Families will also have lots of fun exploring the island. It has a mild climate and a varied landscape with mountains and wide plains and is easily accessible by plane.

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Historical Site · Mallorca
Banys Àrabs
Mallorca
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The Arab baths are considered a historical jewel in Palma de Mallorca. Here you can visit historic ...

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Historical Site · Mallorca
Torre de Canyamel
Mallorca
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One of the most important defensive towers in Mallorca due to its age, good state of preservation ...

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Historical Site · Mallorca
Castell de la Punta de n'Amer
Mallorca
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&Uml;remains of the talayot of the "tancat de sa Torre", the 17th century defensive tower known as ...

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Viewpoint · Mallorca
Mirador Ricardo Roca
Mallorca
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Viewpoint · Mallorca
Punta de N'Amer
Mallorca
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The Sa Punta de n’Amer headland is now a privately owned nature reserve. The area was designated a ...

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Castle · Mallorca
Castell de Capdepera
Mallorca
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EL CASTELL The castle of Capdepera is located in the northeast of the island of Mallorca. It ...

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Museum · Mallorca
La Granja
Mallorca
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Alte Herrschaftsfinca, jetzt Museum mit großzügiger Parkanlage und Cafe

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Natural Monument · Mallorca
Cap de Formentor
Mallorca
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Lake · Mallorca
Cúber-Stausee
Mallorca
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Museum · Mallorca
Palau March
Mallorca
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A few steps from La Seu Cathedral, you will find the Palau Reial de L'Almudaina with its eponymous ...

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Discovering Mallorca

The most popular places to visit on the island

Palma de Mallorca, as a lively island center with a historic old town, attracting mainly city travelers. The main attraction of the city is the enormous gothic cathedral La Seu, visitors and pilgrims from all over the world are also drawn to the Santuari de Lluc. The impressive monastery complex is located at an altitude of 525 m in the Tramuntana mountains.

The mountain village of Valldemossa is also a must on the list of sightseeing trips. The history of this terraced village can be traced back to the time of Moorish rule. Cap Formentor on the northern tip of the island is a spectacular natural spectacle.

Visit Mallorca with children

Mallorca is an ideal destination for families who want to enjoy sunny days and a variety of activities together. The largest island of the Balearics offers beautiful beaches, such as the gently sloping Playa de Sant Elm or the 6 km long Es Trenc.

In addition to beach fun, Mallorca also offers numerous family-friendly attractions. The Palma Aquarium is a fascinating place for children to discover the marine world, while the Safari Zoo in Sa Coma gives them the opportunity to experience exotic animals up close.

For active families, there are numerous hiking routes in the Serra de Tramuntana where you can explore nature together. There is also plenty of culture on a family vacation in Mallorca. For example, visit the Alcanada sculpture park together, where you can discover stone animals.


Mallorca - a natural paradise

Mallorca never ceases to surprise visitors, and this is especially true of the island's diverse natural landscapes. With its wonderful biodiversity, the island boasts a number of flora and fauna, which can only be found here. There are now a number of protected areas, and about 20% of the island is part of the European Union's Natura 2000 network. Mountains, oak and pine forests, wetlands, dune landscapes, beaches and bays, protected marine areas and smaller islands and rocky islets are just some of the places where visitors to the island can explore and enjoy nature in all its diversity.

Formentor, Mallorca
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To Mallorca for the almond blossom

The Balearic island of Mallorca has its charms all year round - for a beach vacation in summer, for hiking and cycling in autumn and for sightseeing without large crowds in winter. A beautiful and often overlooked highlight is on the program in February, when it is still grey and uncomfortable in many other places: the almond blossom!

There are said to be around seven million almond trees on Mallorca. From the beginning of January to mid-March, their delicate white and light pink flowers adorn the island. The blossoms can be admired all over Mallorca, for example in the mountains in the north around Sóller and Valldemossa.

After an extensive photo safari, the Mallorcan almonds must of course also be tasted. How about a slice of Gato de Almendra, the popular traditional almond cake, or a glass of Flor d'Amentella (almond liqueur)?

Almond blossom in Mallorca
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UNESCO World Heritage Serra de Tramuntana

In 2011, UNESCO accepted the cultural landscape of the Serra de Tramuntana in the northwest of Mallorca into the World Heritage list. In doing so, the international community paid tribute to the monumental man-made work of kilometers of dry stone walls and hydraulic canalization that have transformed a rugged terrain into a habitable place while preserving its extraordinary beauty.

The unique, rugged mountain landscape with its wild gorges and panoramic peaks are best explored on foot - a variety of wonderful hiking trails run through the area.

Serra de Tramuntana, World Heritage Site
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Between steep cliffs and Caribbean-style beaches

Parallel to the northwest coast, the Serra de Tramuntana rises to 1445 m at Puig Major. The coastline is steep and rocky, and home to the coastal town, Port de Sóller.  Inland of the island lies the plain Es Plà, which extends to the bay of Alcúdia. The wide sandy beaches around the village of Can Picafort are especially popular.

The eastern part of the island is characterized by the Serres de Levant. Palma, the capital of Mallorca and the Balearic Islands, is located in the southwest. In all of the island stunning regions, visitors can expect beautiful sandy beaches, such as Playa Es Trenc on the south coast or Playa de Muro in the northeast. The famous party mile takes only a small part of the Playa de Palma near El Arenal.

Majorca
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Outdoor activities in Mallorca

While some vacationers cavort at the beach and pool, others explore the island: With its watchtowers and fincas, the species-rich flora and fauna, the hillside forests with Aleppo pines and holm oaks, the alpine mountain ranges of the Serra de Tramuntana as well as the Serres de Llevant and many a hidden bay, Mallorca offers a landscape that is worth discovering while hiking, climbing and cycling.

Mallorca Actively enjoy nature
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  • 5 d
    Krešimir Rubil 
    Leichte Wanderung über Dünen, mitten im natürlichen Bewuchs. Wir sahen eine Hermani-Schildkröte, Thekla-Lerchen sowie Korallen-, Hering- und Mittelmeer-Möwen. Naturbegeisterte kommen auch bei der Flora auf ihre Rechnung. Das Restaurant bei der Burg bietet gute und preiswerte Speisen. Vorsicht: Die Sangria ist hochprozentiger als gewohnt.
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    Written October 01, 2026
  • 6 d
    Krešimir Rubil 
    Die Tour bietet tatsächlich wunderschöne Aussichten, ist allerdings falsch kategorisiert. Das letzte Stück des Aufstiegs zum Creu del Picot ist - wenn man es selbst in Outdooractive plant - Stufe T2. Es ist also Trittsicherheit und Schwindelfreiheit notwendig, gutes Schuhwerk wärmstens empfohlen.
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    Solitude Scenic Challenging
    Written September 30, 2026
  • September 27, 2026
    der Koch
    September 27, 2026
    Eine schöne, abwechslungsreiche Wanderung mit tollen Ausblicken aufs Meer. Wenn man früh genug losgeht, kann man auch lange im Schatten der Berge laufen.
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    Photo: der Koch, Community
    Photo: der Koch, Community
    Photo: der Koch, Community
    Photo: der Koch, Community
    Written September 27, 2026
  • September 21, 2026
    KiBa 
    Der Hinweg bekommt mindestens 10 von 5 Sternen! Absolut traumhaft…festes rutschfestes Schuhwerk absolut empfehlenswert, streckenweise ist der Weg etwas schwieriger (die tollen Ausblicke wollen erarbeitet werden). Der Rückweg (zu Fuß) ist halt ein Rückweg 🤣🤷🏼‍♀️, aber ja nur ein kleiner Teil der Strecke. Mit Kindern ist eher die Straßenbahn als der Weg an der Straße sinnvoll.
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    Scenic Variety of paths Weather depandant
    Written September 21, 2026
  • September 17, 2026
    Claudia
    Toller Aussichtspunkt zu den Orten Cala Millor und Sa Coma. Wunderschöner leichter Wanderweg an der Küste
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    Photo: Claudia, Community
    Photo: Claudia, Community
    Photo: Claudia, Community
    Written September 17, 2026
  • September 12, 2026
    Stephen Hunt 
    I’m a regular walker. This is not as stated an easy walk . I’d rate it moderate.
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    Scenic Variety of paths Solitude
    Written September 12, 2026
  • September 07, 2026
    Erich Lüthi
    September 07, 2026
    heute gewandert. Sehr schön und bis zu Festung ganz alleine gewesen. Danke fürs Erstellen.
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    Photo: Erich Lüthi, Community
    Photo: Erich Lüthi, Community
    Photo: Erich Lüthi, Community
    Photo: Erich Lüthi, Community
    Photo: Erich Lüthi, Community
    Photo: Erich Lüthi, Community
    Photo: Erich Lüthi, Community
    Written September 07, 2026
  • August 21, 2026
    Martin Thirolf 
    April 23, 2026
    Eine tolle Tour, auch erfreulich wenig begangen! Und absolut nicht easy, typisch für Mallorca ;-) Meine Empfehlung wäre, die Wanderung umgekehrt zu machen - also mit der Bootsanfahrt zu starten, das nimmt viel Druck und die Option, die Wanderung in Sóller (via Santa Maria de l'Olivar), Fornalutx (GR221) oder eben in Port de Sóller enden zu lassen. Die Wege sind allesamt spektakulär und überraschend unterschiedlich!
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    Variety of paths
    Written August 21, 2026
  • August 12, 2026
    Anders Poulsen
    Dejlig tur
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    Photo: Anders Poulsen, Community
    Photo: Anders Poulsen, Community
    Scenic Variety of paths
    Written August 12, 2026
  • July 09, 2026
    Martin Thirolf 
    Genau diesen Weg sind wir im April gegangen. Ich finde es etwas schwierig, die Etappe als GR221 zu bezeichnen, da der komplette Aufstieg NICHT dem GR entspricht - es gibt 2, 3 weitere Optionen für den Aufstieg. Der „offizielle“ ist mittlerweile auch zu empfehlen! Diese Option hier ist die schönste, ein fast schon einsamer Trail. Aber - kein offizieller GR, daher sehr schlecht beschildert. Mit Orientierungssinn absolut kein Problem, aber es muss dazu gesagt werden!
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    Challenging Variety of paths
    Written July 09, 2026
  • July 02, 2026
    Martin Thirolf 
    Tolle Idee! Wir kennen eigentlich jeden Meter deines Vorschlags, sind den Weg aber nie als Runde gegangen - und er ist jetzt auf der Liste für den nächsten Sóller-Urlaub. Danke für die Inspiration - und, klarer Fall, 5 Sterne, weil ich den Weg kenne, trotz des (offensichtlichen) Asphalt-Anteils, den du aber gekonnt minimiert hast 👍
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    Scenic
    Written July 02, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Sóller and Fornalutx
  • June 19, 2026
    Yannic Kraus 
    June 19, 2026
    Wundervolle, aber herausfordernde Tour. Ich empfehle im Sommer ca. 4l Wasser p.P. 3l waren heute, bei 32°, zu wenig für den Weg von unten nach oben. Haben mit Pausen 6:30h gebraucht. Kaum Schatten auf dem Weg, an ein paar Stellen hängen Seile. Linienbusse nach Sa Calobra fahren leider nicht mehr.
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    Written June 19, 2026

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