10 Things to Do Off the Beaten Track in Mallorca
Interesting Places in Mallorca Only Locals Know
Mallorca is a popular destination for travellers, but the best spots to visit in town aren’t always going to be on the standard brochure. To get the most out of your holiday to Mallorca, you’ll want to visit the secret hidden gems only locals tend to know about.
When you take the road less travelled in Mallorca, you can come out with a unique experience unlike what you may have expected. You’ll find yourself getting closer to the local culture and discover what it’s actually like to be a part of Mallorca rather than being just a visitor.
1. Torrent de Pareis gorge
Walk through a geological marvel
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The Torrent de Pareis gorge is a bit out of the way from the popular spots on the island, but it offers walking paths and stunning views of a massive gorge. Some of the paths can be challenging to traverse, but there aren’t any highly difficult passages. Children who are at least 10 years old should be able to handle it.
The downhill portion of the gorge takes about 3 to 5 hours, while going uphill takes about 4 to 6. Take notice that the canyon can flood at times between autumn and spring. You’ll find the gorge on the northwest side of the island near Sa Calobra.
Localização: 07315, Balearic Islands, Spain
Abre: 24/7
Torrent de Pareis gorge
2. Mondrago Natural Park
Visit white-sand beaches
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Mondragó Natural Park is a coastal area that features isolated white-sand beaches with turquoise blue waters perfect for swimming and relaxing. Several beaches are available within the nature park, and they’re all set at the bottom of scenic cliffs with convenient paths allowing you to get down.
You’ll find various bird species among the cliffs and natural areas of this park, letting you catch glimpses of rare birds in migration. Plus, parking is free. You’ll find the park in the southeastern corner of the island southeast of Sa Teulera. Leia mais
Localização: Carretera Mondrago s/n, 07691, Illes Balears, Spain
Abre: 24/7
Telefone: +34 971 18 10 22
Mondrago Natural Park
3. Cap de Formentor
Check out the ‘meeting point of the winds’
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Cap de Formentor is the end of the Formentor peninsula and is home to stunning natural features including beaches and vibrant greenery. If you’re looking for picturesque views, you can head to Fumart, which is the highest point at about 1,260 feet above sea level.
When you visit this spot known as the ‘meeting point of the winds’, you’ll also find an impressive historic lighthouse that you can enter and climb to get a view from the top. Additionally, the area is home to caves to explore with entrances close to the water. You’ll find it all on the northernmost point of the island. Leia mais
Localização: 07460, Balearic Islands, Spain
Cap de Formentor
4. Cap Andritxol
Enjoy a hike that’s available all year long
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Cap Andritxol offers a fun hike that will take you through vibrant natural features and wildflowers across relatively easily traversable terrain. The trail is a loop, so you can complete it and end up right where you started, making it easy to fit within your travel plans.
The trail is accessible all year long and runs about 2.8 miles, so it won’t take all day to get through. You’ll find the entrance near Calvia, while the trail itself loops around a good portion of the southwestern island.
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Cap Andritxol
5. Es Trenc
Relax in Caribbean-blue waters
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Es Trenc is a beach best known for its Caribbean vibe thanks to white sands and blue waters that are fairly remote compared with other popular beaches in Mallorca. The name of this beach directly translates to ‘ravine’, so you can expect nature surrounding you on all sides when you visit.
This beach is relatively secluded, but you’ll still find some amenities here. Lounge chairs and umbrellas are available for rent, and there’s a restaurant if you’re looking for a bite to eat. You’ll find it on the south side of the island just north of Colonia de Sant Jordi.
Es Trenc
6. Lake Lago Martel
Explore an underground lake
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Lake Martel is an underground lake located within the Cuevas del Drach that you can visit on a tour of the greater cave network. This lake is over 377 feet long and 40 feet wide with depth variations between 13 feet and 40 feet.
When you visit these caves, you’ll be able to see their aquatic tranquillity among stalactites and stone walls evoking imagination about how much water may be underneath you at any given point. You’ll find Lake Martel within the Dragon Caves, which are on the east side of the island south of Porto Cristo. Leia mais
Localização: Ctra. de les Coves, s/n, 07680 Porto Cristo, Illes Balears, Spain
Telefone: +34 971 82 07 53
Lake Lago Martel
7. Serra de Tramuntana
Visit a often-ignored mountain range
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The Serra de Tramuntana is a mountain range running from the southwest end of the island to the northeast end that features numerous hiking trails and viewpoints. In an effort to protect its natural splendour, this range is designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
When you visit, you’ll find breathtaking views and trails available with plenty that are easy to traverse. Several small towns can be found in the region as well, so you can explore the local culture. You’ll find it across the western side of the island. Leia mais
Serra de Tramuntana
8. Calo des Moro
Find fun at a hidden beach
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Caló des Moro is a beach that defines being off the beaten track, as its soft sands and blue waters are hidden inside a bay surrounded by cliffs. When you visit, you can not only enjoy the sand and water but also the impressive views from the sheer cliffs.
When you visit, you’ll notice that the beach is fairly small, being only 131 feet or so in length. No facilities are nearby, so be prepared when you visit. You’ll find this beach down a steep flight of stairs southwest of Cala Llombards on the southeastern coast of Mallorca.
Localização: 07650 Sant Antoni de Portmany, Balearic Islands, Spain
Calo des Moro
9. Es Pontàs
Check out the big bridge
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Es Pontàs is a natural rock arch formation on the island that looks like a big bridge, which gives it its name in Catalan. When you visit, you’ll be able to see this impressive natural feature sitting just a short distance out from the shore of Mallorca.
One of the most important aspects of this arch is that it’s perfect for climbing if you’re adept at the practice. It can be quite difficult, but if you’re looking for something challenging, you can swim out to the arch. You’ll find it right off of Mirador des Pontàs by Se Torre Nova.
Es Pontàs
10. Cap de Pera Lighthouse
Visit a historic lighthouse
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Capdepera Lighthouse is a towering lighthouse 180 feet above sea level that offers scenic panoramic views of the surrounding natural features. This lighthouse is notably accessible as well with paths towards it suitable for those in cars, on bikes and on foot.
When you visit this lighthouse, you’ll find yourself met with not only a 19th-century structure, but also sheer cliffs with waves crashing at the bottom. As you look around, you’ll find more of the same with a vantage point that lets you appreciate the sheer scale. You’ll find it on the east side of the island by Cala Ratjada.
Localização: Carrer de sa Comassa, 5, 07590, Illes Balears, Spain
Abre: 24/7
Cap de Pera Lighthouse
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