A recurring topic for discussion in Mallorca is dog access on the many beaches that surround the coasts of the island. Although Mallorca is home to over 200 beaches, finding a beach to bring a dog to during the summer season can prove to be a real challenge. Due to Mallorca’s beaches being packed with people during the high season in summer, most beaches unfortunately have restrictions on pet access within the sandy premises. Fortunately, we have compiled a list of beaches where dogs are welcome to run around and swim during all seasons of the year. Note that dog friendly beaches are not limited to the ones listed here, many beaches offer seasonal access, though this will be discussed in further detail towards the end of the blog.

Platja de Can Cap de Bou, Pollença

Located alongside the Llenaire beach south of Port de Pollença, the Can Cap de Bou beach is a beautiful narrow beach that offers both smooth sand and rocky patches that aid in preserving the natural look of the bay. This beach offers full unrestricted access to dogs all year round! This beach has lots of sandy space for dogs to release their energy and shallow waters for them to safely swim around within safe range from their owners. One thing to make note of is that directly above the beach lies a road that cars drive along regularly. Though the speed limit is low there, it can be quite dangerous for your dog to run close to there so it is advised to have them under control or on a leash.

Es carnatge

Directly adjacent to the Palma airport lies the nature preserve Es Carnatge, which boasts a beautiful stretch of coast and plant life. On this coast there is a beach consisting of sand and rocks. This beach is a beautiful pocket of nature with crystal clear waters full of fish and magical rock formations. This beach is well known for its unrestricted access for dogs, so this can also serve as an opportunity for your dog to make some new friends! This beach is perfect for curious dogs as there is lots of space available for your dog to safely explore as there are no automobile roads close to the area, as well as it being located in Palma making it easily accessible. One possible downside of the Es Carnatge beach is that due to its close proximity to the airport, the noise disturbance from the planes landing and taking off may be irritating to dogs and their owners. Aside from this, Es Carnatge is definitely up there as one of the best dog-friendly beaches in Mallorca!

Cala Gamba

An additional dog-friendly beach close to the Airport is Cala Gamba, which is a small yet charming bay that lies just North-West of the previously mentioned Es Carnatge beach. This beach is similar to Es Carnatge, though it offers a more sandy beach that is also closer to other activities such as jet ski rentals and restaurants. Cala Gamba is another great opportunity for your dog to have fun in a central area that is easily accessible to anyone staying around Palma.

Playa de Alcanada

On the northern side of Mallorca is where the impressive Alcudia bay is situated. Playa de Alcanada lies on the top of this bay, facing south. Playa de Alcanada is a narrow rocky/sandy beach that lies directly below a golf course, whilst also being surrounded by trees and plant life. The beach offers a view of a small island not far off the shoreline, as well as shallow waters and crystal clear oceanic views. The beach has unrestricted access to dogs all year round, as well as its rural location providing the benefit of not too many people being present at the beach at all times. Though the beach can seem relatively far away from towns and cities, it is a great place to take your dog for a run or a swim that is both safe and beautiful.

Na Patana

Another dog-friendly beach located in the Alcudia bay is the Na Patana beach. This beach is smaller in size but offers a beautiful sand beach with fantastic views of the surrounding coastline consisting of small mountain ranges and greenery. Lying in the middle of the Alcudia bay coastline, Na Patana beach is only a 5 minute drive from Can Picafort, which boasts wonderful restaurants and hotels. What makes Na Patana beach so special is that it is one of the few full sand beaches in Mallorca that offers unrestricted access to pets all year around. An additional benefit to Na Patana is the lack of public roads in the surrounding area, as well as there being lots of nature for your dog to safely explore.

Cala Blanca

Situated on the coast of Andratx, Cala Blanca offers a small but fantastic beach for dogs to enjoy. The stony beach boasts crystal clear waters and a small rocky area for dogs to run around and relax. An added benefit of the beach’s small size is that it is easy to keep an eye on your dog as they don’t leave your eyesight when running around. The bay is quite closed off meaning that the dogs are safe as there are no nearby roads for them access. 

Seasonal differences in dog-access to beaches in Mallorca

As the summer season comes along with the most tourist and beach activity in Mallorca, dog access to beaches are almost only limited to the beaches mentioned previously, but the off-season in winter brings a wider range of opportunities and locations for you and your dog. For example, the Bay of Alcudia allows dogs to access all the beaches from the 1st of November to the 31st of March. Additionally, the municipality of Artá opens its beaches to dogs all the way from the 1st of October to the 30th of April. In the municipalities of Pollença, Andratx and Capdepera, dogs are permitted to access all beaches during the winter months, where the beaches will most likely be close to empty, giving your dog lots of open space to run around freely.

 

Charlie Nygaard

Intern @ Mallorcaresidencia

Deià is a picturesque municipality and a small coastal village in the Serra de Tramuntana, which forms the northern ridge of the Spanish island of Mallorca. It is located about 16 kilometers north of Valldemossa and is known for its literary and musical inhabitants such as English poet, novelist and scientist Robert Graves. The poet was one of the first foreigners to settle in the village, where he founded the Seizin Press publishing house with Laura Riding. Graves returned after the war and lived in Deià until his death. He used the town as inspiration for many of his stories, including the historical novel Hercules my Shipmate. His house is now a beautiful museum.  

In recent decades, however, the stars of literature have been overshadowed by the stars of rock and roll. Many have heard of multi-mogul Richard Branson, who has a luxurious residence in the city. The stars of his record company have made regular visits to the mountain village, sometimes jamming at the local bar Sa Fonda. Deià has been home to several renowned musicians over the years, including Mick Jagger, guitarist Mark Knopfler and Mike Oldfield played there frequently in the late 1980s, as did Caroline Corr. Nearby you’ll find the fabulous Son Marroig farm and the remarkable rock formation of Sa Na Foradada, which offers breathtaking views of the coast and is a very attractive choice for weddings.

Deià is known as the ‘village of artists’, a place where creativity and inspiration flow with creativity. There are several unique galleries to visit in the village, such as Sa Tafona, Gres Gallery and Holló Manuella Andrada. If the selection of galleries in Deià is not enough for your thirsty art heart, you can head to the nearby villages of Valldemossa and Sóller and discover amazing galleries such as Ca’n Prunera and Fundació Coll Bardolet.

 

Sa Foradada

Sa Foradada is one of Mallorca’s natural wonders, a remarkable rock formation and island extending from the Son Marroig property. Sa Foradada was the site of a brutal battle between Mallorcans and attacking corsairs from North Africa who tried to sack the city in 1582. It was the famous adventurer Archduke Ludwig Salvator who created the route to this amazing place In Sa Foradada you can often see different types of birds such as blackbirds, cormorants, lupins and even sea eagles. If you fancy an outdoor activity after all the gallery visits – a short drive from Deià you will find the Golf de Son Termens, in the area of Bunyola, a beautiful and challenging 18-hole course set in a mountain valley.

Where to eat in Deiá?

Renowned Mediterranean-inspired restaurant El Olivo at the Hotel Belmond la Residencia is probably the most dreamy place in all of Mallorca. Located on a hillside with breathtaking views of the village, this exclusive 5-star restaurant serves delicious Mallorcan dishes you’ll never forget. The kitchen uses mainly local ingredients and even grows its own vegetables. A highlight not to be missed is the traditional suckling pig and the Mallorcan dessert tray – trust me, it’s worth every bite!

 

Looking for a dip in Cala Deiá?

If you want to take a refreshing dip in the turquoise waters, head down to Cala Deià. You can hike down yourself, but be prepared for a very challenging and steep hike back up. Our best advice is to wake up early, drive down and take one of the few parking spaces, but don’t forget to pay for parking. Cala Deia is breathtakingly beautiful and the water is magically crystal clear. This is a definite favorite for a swim, and a bonus is that Ca’s Patro March, a cozy seafood restaurant, is located nearby right on the water.

Sa Fonda

Nightlife in Deia is credited to the musical gem Sa Fonda, which opened in 1988. The aforementioned rock legends have performed here over the years and the outdoor terrace can be enjoyed to the sounds of acoustic music or DJs on late summer evenings.

 

The best hiking trails in Deia

As the municipality is surrounded by breathtaking views from several mountainous areas, a hike is a must to experience nature to the fullest. To reach Foradada, you should start from the houses and it is marked with distinctive iron bars. On the right side we see the white marble temple of Son Marroig. The walk to the island takes about two hours if we count the round trip, with a distance of 3 kilometers. This is a well-marked path so it is easy to enjoy a walk on your own or in company. The route starts at the parking lot of the Marroig farm and on the right side of the road we find the viewpoint of Foradada. A tip is to continue the trail down to sea level, where you can enjoy the wonder from the front row.

 

Alia Tiderman

Team Assistant @ Mallorcaresidencia

The highly anticipated construction of the Paseo Maritimo seafront promenade has officially commenced, representing a pivotal moment for the city of Palma in the upcoming years. Biel Horrach, director-general of urban planning, emphasized the significance of this project, stating that “the connection between the city and the sea has been severed for far too long,” and that this initiative is aimed at “reuniting the city with the sea.” From a real estate perspective, this development is expected to significantly enhance the value of all properties along the Paseo Maritimo.

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The Paseo Maritimo project in Palma aims to transform the existing urban highway into a promenade that prioritizes pedestrian and cyclist use while coexisting with limited traffic. By improving the port-city spatial interaction and minimizing the occupation of public space by vehicles, a free space for pedestrians will be generated and public transport will be promoted to improve mobility in general. The redevelopment plan includes removing the parking space between the lanes and reducing the number of lanes in each direction from three or four to two.

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The project also includes new lighting, Wi-Fi, street furniture, and playgrounds for children.  Retaining walls, stairs, ramps, and railings will also be constructed to improve connectivity with the neighborhoods of Son Armadans, Santa Catalina and El Terreno. To enhance the visual appeal of the promenade, the project plans to maintain the maximum possible number of existing trees and palm trees, build abundant flower beds covering 36,487 square meters, and plant approximately 2,000 new trees using a new rainwater harvesting system for irrigation.

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The project’s estimated budget is 37.5 million euros, and the construction is expected to take twenty months. The architect in charge of the Paseo Maritimo redevelopment is Elías Torres, with Antoni Verger as head of planning and infrastructure. The result will be a much more attractive, green and peaceful public space that can be enjoyed by both locals and visitors.

 

Massar Midgley Mahdi

Team Assistant @ Mallorcaresidencia

Easter is an important tradition and a wonderful cultural experience throughout Mallorca! Semana Santa offers lots to do & see. Families in Mallorca come together to make the traditional Easter pastries: rubiols, empanadas and crespells. Processions with hoods and robes march through Palma every evening. In addition to the religious festivities, La Fira del Ram is an annual fun fair that takes place in Palma during Easter. It’s a great opportunity to let loose and have some fun with family and friends.

The island comes alive with festivities during Holy Week. Traditional rituals, and festive atmosphere make it an exciting time to visit. It’s a good opportunity to immerse oneself in the local culture and traditions. 

 

Easter begins on Palm Sunday in Mallorca

The Holy Week is filled with traditional rituals and religious processions and events that take place during the week leading up to Easter Sunday, to mark the Passion of Christ. 

Palm Sunday is one of the most important days in the Christian calendar after Christmas and Easter. For many Christian churches Palm Sunday, often referred to as “Passion Sunday,” marks the beginning of the Holy Week.

The Bible reveals that when Jesus entered Jerusalem, the crowds greeted him by waving palm branches and covering his path with palm branches. In Palma, Palm Sunday is traditionally celebrated with the blessing of palm branches and a procession in many Christian churches. The Passion Mass in the Cathedral of Palma is followed by procession of priests and believers through the streets and was preceded by the Bishop of Palma blessing with holy water the palm branches and olive trees brought by numerous spectators. On this day Christians celebrate the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem, the week before his death and resurrection. Therefore it is customary to bring the blessed palm branches home to adorn the front doors as an element of protection for the family.

 

Easter processions and the hooded men

Semana Santa is the Spanish name for Easter and it reaches all the way back to the 16th century when the church decided to present the story of Christ’s suffering in a way that people could understand. It was decided that the best way to do this would be a series of processions through the streets depicting scenes from the story of Jesus’ birth and death. 

It is an experience to follow the glorious Easter processions here in Mallorca whose content is varied depending on the day. The processions in Palma involve members of religious brotherhoods or cofradías, who wear hoods and robes as a symbol of penitence and anonymity. The processions are usually solemn and reflective, as they mark the Passion of Christ. One of the more vivid Easter processions is the Procesión del Silencio, (Silent Procession), held in complete silence, with the quietness only broken by a deep and throbbing drumbeat, usually performed on Tuesday before Easter.

Jueves Santo (Holy Thursday) is another significant day in the Holy Week calendar, thousands line the streets to watch the annual Processión de la Sang. This is the largest of the Easter processions, with hundreds of hooded penitents and various brotherhoods or ‘cofradias’, each with their own distinctive penitential robes and conical hoods. All participating and carrying the crucified Christ through the streets to remind the believers of the meaning of Christianity. These brotherhoods make their way slowly and painfully around the city streets carrying the heavy religious statues on  platforms while solemn music accompanies them on their slow progress. The procession can take hours to complete, often continuing well into the night.

Angel Sunday: The Sunday after Easter is when, traditionally, bread was distributed among the poor. Today food is still involved, but families and friends gather together to share a meal outdoors. These events are an important part of the cultural and religious heritage of Palma de Mallorca and are a significant experience for locals and visitors alike. The island comes alive with festivities during Easter week. It’s a good opportunity to immerse oneself in the local culture and traditions. 

 

The food is the center of Easter in Mallorca

Regions in Spain celebrate Easter by preparing a variety of dishes that are linked to the customs of the Christian calendar.  Easter in Mallorca means being able to enjoy some traditional foods all over the island! It is typical for Mallorquin families to get together over Easter and cook together. There are a number of sweet and savory dishes that play an important role, and throughout the Easter holiday there will be plenty of Panades, Cocarrois, Crespells and Robiols. Despite being made from the same basic pastry, they differ greatly in taste. 

Panades: are small round pasties pies which are traditionally filled with meat, cuttlefish, fish, chicken and peas. The Easter Panades are stuffed with lamb meat, onion and peas.

Cocarrois: are shaped like a Cornish pasty, but filled with Swiss chard, sweet onions, garlic and raisins.

Crespells: are sweet biscuits in different shapes made especially for Easter. They are best prepared with Mallorquin ingredients, such as olive oil, pork lard and Sóller oranges.

Robiols: are half-moon shaped sweet pastries. They are filled with either an apricot jam, chocolate, cream or a sugary quince filling known as ‘cabell d’àngel’ (literally translates to ‘angel hair’).

Mallorca doesn’t differ from the rest of the world when it comes to consuming massive amounts of chocolate during Easter because another big tradition are the figurines and sculptures made of chocolate called the ‘mones de pasqua’. They can come in the shape of a rabbit, an egg, a cartoon character, etc. Many bakeries compete to display the most spectacular chocolate sculptures in their windows. They could be a building, a popular character or a representation of anything!

One of the other seasonal Easter dishes is a spin on the typically Mallorquin ‘frit’ or frito Mallorquin, a dish made with offal of pork, potatoes, peppers and onions. At Easter it is made with lamb, frito de cordero. It is combined with a number of wonderful herbs, the main one being dill, which reputedly is a herb native from Mallorca. Traditional feasts of roasted lamb are popular events on Easter Sunday and  ‘food fairs’ are commonly held. Here residents get together to dance, socialize and enjoy the food they have prepared in their homes. For many locals, Easter wouldn’t be the same without these flavors. So If you are in Mallorca this Easter make sure to treat yourself to a culinary tour experiencing Mallorca through its Easter cuisine.

Massar Midgley Mahdi

Team Assistant @ Mallorcaresidencia

Palma is not called little Barcelona for nothing. In central Palma and Old Town is the place to admire the wonderful modernist architecture and all its amazing buildings. Modernism, which was active during the late 1800s and early 1900s, is also called Art Nouveau and Jugendstil depending on where in the world you are. It is an architecture that breaks classical norms and is inspired by imagination and creativity with abundant ornamentation, asymmetry and curved lines. Gaudi himself, perhaps the most prominent architect of the time together with Domenech i Montaner, lived and worked in Mallorca for 10 years when he renovated the interior of the Cathedral. Most buildings only have a modernist architecture on the outside in Palma, unlike many buildings in Barcelona which also have an equally imaginative interior in many cases.

Our walk starts at Plaza Weyler and the Gran Hotel (1901-1903) which was the first modernist building in Palma. Lluis Doménech I Montaner and Jaume Alenyá are the architects behind the building which, at the time, was a pioneer in the luxury hotel industry on the island. Nowadays, the building houses the Caixa Forum, a cultural center in Palma.

Just across the street we find Forn del Teatre (1916) which is an excellent example of modernism in business premises. Green wooden panels adorn the doors and windows, the walls with plant motifs and perhaps the most eye-catching are the impressive metal dragons and hawks.

If we continue to Plaza Mercat, we find the neighbouring buildings Can Casasayas (1908 -1910)  and Pension Menorquina (1909 – 1911). On the facade, you can see similarities with Casa Batlló in Barcelona in the curved shapes and parabolic-like arches. Both buildings, like many other buildings, consisted of business premises on the ground floor and the family lived on the first floor to rent out the rest.

Through the narrow alleys we then reach Can Corbella, which is located by the Plaza Cort. Can Corbella is one of the most unique buildings in a pre-modernist style from the end of the 19th century by the architect Nicolau Lliteras. The windows on the ground floor are decorated with colorful windows and an octagonal tower crowns the building.

Not far away, at Calle Colom 11, we find the building known as Casa de la Medias. The facade is decorated with colorful Mallorcan ceramic tiles and what stands out the most are the triangular balconies on the fourth floor.

If you then walk from Calle Colom towards Plaza Mayor, you will surely see people photographing Can Forteza-Rey, the modernist jewel of Palma. The name comes from the creator Forteza-Rey who undoubtedly found inspiration in Gaudí’s Parque Guell and Casa Batlló. The facade is decorated with typical trencadís (tile fragments), dragons, wrought iron balcony railings and abundant floral decorations.

Right next door is Almacenes El Aguila (1908) the creation of Gaspar Benazar and Jaume Alenyá. The facade consists of huge windows that let in a lot of sunlight and cast iron decoration. The inspiration comes from the underground station Karlsplatz in Vienna, which looks like a glass box. A few minutes walk away we reach plaza Josep Maria Cuadrado and Can Barceló (1901-1904) by Bartomeu Ferrá. The beautiful facade is decorated with blue tiles with scenes from everyday life.

As the last visit, we practically chose Bar Cristal. This is a meeting place for many Majorcans. Looking up at the building one can enjoy a beautiful building adorned with cast iron balconies

 

Johanna Andersson

Team Assistant @ Mallorcaresidencia

Palma offers you a selection of good Bar & Coffee places with historical & family business background. In our blog we made a selection of these emblematic places which mostly serve two stars of Mallorcan Cousine “variat” and “llonguet”.

 

Bar Mavi

Biel and Maria, two Mallorcans from Sencelles, opened Bar Mavi in 1955 on the main street Calle 31 de Diciembre. Nowadays the third generation is taking care of this emblematic bar. In Bar Mavi you can get one of the best “variat” of the island, or you can try their “menu del dia” in their historic ambiance, or you can just enjoy your beer or vermouth on a lovely day.

 

Bar Pigalle

Bar Pigalle, which is in the same street as Bar Mavi, was founded by Jaume Segura Vidal. It was opened in the sixties and became a meeting point in the city. It was frequented by footballers from the Real Mallorca of the era. Bar Pigalle offers you delicious “variat” and other dishes of the day while you enjoy their historical inside ambiance or just sit outside in their terrace which is a perfect corner place.

 

Bar Bosch

Bar Bosch is one of the most emblematic bars in Palma. It is located on Plaça Rei Joan Carles I, just in the middle of the tourist attraction, since 1936. Jaume Bosch, who was a cook at the Gran Hotel, opened this bar on February 15, 1936, a few months before the Civil War. In Bar Bosch you can get a wide variety of food and drinks right in the city center, just beside the shopping street Jaime III.

 

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Bar Isleño

Bar Isleño is just opposite the Santa Catalina Market on Calle Anibal. Bar Isleño has been our all time favorite in Santa Catalina and for us it’s a bridge which connects Santa Catalina’s past and present. Visit this special bar with its “Barrio” ambiance and don’t forget to try their delicious ‘llonguets’, special croissants and coffees…

 

Can Frau

Welcome to the temple of typical Mallorcan food at Santa Catalina Market. As Bar Isleño, Can Frau has also been our all time favorite in Santa Catalina and for us it’s a bridge which connects Santa Catalina’s past and present. It’s a meeting place for both locals and foreigners and it is run by Pedro, Biel and Mario, who serve you one of the best foods on the island.

 

Sedat Senoglu

Digital Product & IT Manager @ Mallorcaresidencia

Palma’s Old Town is a very desirable and sought after area to live in. Here you can find everything from top-renovated palaces with modern amenities to cozy small apartments with roof terraces overlooking Palma’s magnificent Cathedral La Seu. The central location with proximity to the lively city life attracts many, but also the proximity to the sea and Palma’s harbor and the promenade. In the Old Town there are world-class restaurants, five-star hotels and inviting courtyards reminiscent of bygone times. But here you can also find hidden gems in the form of small charming shops, bars and alleys. The Old Town of Palma is actually one of the best preserved historic centers in Europe with architectural and cultural wonders. And best of all is that it is the perfect size to explore the area on foot and allow yourself to get lost in medieval streets and alleyways. 

 

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What should you not miss to visit

Here we find many of the most attractive places to visit such as the majestic Cathedral La Seu, parts of which were renovated by the Catalan architect Gaudi. Right next to the Cathedral is El Real Palacio de la Almudaina, which is one of the most visited attractions in the Old Town. La Almudaina, which is now a royal palace, is used for official meetings and events during the summer months. Its historical origins date as far back as the Talayotic era during the Iron Age and have since been used by both the Romans and Muslims who ruled the island. One can visit the lavishly furnished palace and enjoy the beautiful garden and courtyard.

Another must on the list is the Es Baluard museum where you can enjoy works by Joan Miró, Picasso, and Magritte among many others. The beautiful building is a work of art in itself and well worth a visit to see the wonderful views of the promenade and wonderful architecture.

Where to eat?

The Old Town offers everything from fine dining to cozy small restaurants. The restaurant De Tokio a Lima is located on the roof of the Boutique Hotel Can Alomar overlooking the street Paseo del Borne where many of Palma’s most exclusive shops are located. The food is a wonderful mix of Mediterranean food with a fusion of Asian. For those looking for an exclusive plant-based restaurant, we can really recommend the restaurant Botanic at the charming hotel Can Bordoy. Botanic offers a sophisticated plant-based menu that provides a sensual and seductive experience that will change your perception of healthy food.

Not far from there, on Calle Concepcion awaits the next gastronomic experience: Fera. Eating here is not the only pleasure as the venue is beautifully decorated with impressive works of art. The menu is based on head chef Simon Petutschnig’s love of Japanese flavors combined with seasonal ingredients found in Spain.

If you want to eat tapas in the Old Town, we recommend trying the classic tapas restaurant La Boveda or Ombu, which offer modern versions of tapas, both in La Lonja. Tast Club can be hard to find, but behind the doors of this hidden gem lies an elegant and intimate tapas restaurant reminiscent of an English club. Not far from there we find Toque de Queda, a champagne bar, and delicatessen shop in the heart of Palma, very close to La Rambla. It is a cozy and affordable restaurant with Italian charcuterie, tapas and pleasant service. Last but not least, we have to mention Rivareno in La Lonja where you can enjoy homemade, wonderful Italian ice cream.

Hotels in Old Town

The variety of hotels is almost endless in the area. Most of the hotels in The Old Town are boutique hotels and it can be difficult to find something more economical. The already mentioned elegant Can Bordoy is located in a historic building tastefully decorated with exclusive objects and offers 24 unique suites.

La Posada de Santa Clara offers a historic charm mixed with modern design. The exceptional location makes Santa Clara Urban Hotel & SPA a unique choice. El Llorenc Parc del Mar is a design hotel created by the Swedish designer Magnus Ehrland with a breathtaking location overlooking the sea and the Cathedral. The three-story roof terrace with infinity pool, a luxury spa and the restaurant Dins where the Mallorcan chef Santi Taura takes the reins is a guaranteed wow factor.

 

Johanna Andersson

Team Assistant @ Mallorcaresidencia

November is an ideal time for hiking in Mallorca. Mallorca offers you the most beautiful paths and routes in the Serra de Tramuntana mountain and in the Serra de Llevant mountains. Below you can find some of our suggestions for hiking in Mallorca.

 

Puig de Maria

The route to the Puig de Maria offers you amazing panoramic views. The route is just over 2km from Pollença. After around a 45-minute walk you can reach the Hostel ‘Santuari de la Mare de Déu del Puig’ where you can get some lunch and a drink or you can spend all night in the hostel.

 

The Archduke’s Trail

The Archduke’s Trail starts from Valldemossa and it’s called the Archduke trail because the Archduke Luis Salvador built the paths reaching nearly 1000m high in the mountains. The total route is up to 17km and it is a great challenge for hikers who want to be surrounded by overwhelming mountainous back drops.

 

Dry Stone Walk – GR 221 (Ruta de Pedra en Sec)

Dry Stone Walk GR 221 is a long distance hiking route of 135km which splits into eight stages through the Serra de Tramuntana mountains. Some parts are accessible without a guide, however, areas such as the Esporles to Valldemossa and Valldemossa to Deià stages are better done with someone who knows the path. The route runs from Port D’Andratx in the southwest to Pollensa in the northwest, through the Tramuntana mountain range (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). On the route there are various points where hikers can re-fuel and spend the night.

 

Alaró Castle

The ruins of the castle of Alaró sit on the top of the mountain (Puig d’Alaró), surrounded by steep cliffs. You can reach Alaró Castle in two hours with a medium level hike from the town of Alaró. On your way to the castle, you can see Mallorca towards Palma and the sea, and when you reach the top, you will meet the incredible views over the Serra de Tramuntana mountains.

 

Sedat Senoglu

IT & Digital Marketing @ Mallorcaresidencia

Centrally located, El Camp d’en Serralta is one of the up-and-coming areas of Palma that is gaining in popularity. The location between Santa Catalina, Jaime III and Son Dameto is excellent for those looking for a property close to everything but without being in the middle of the action. Here you also have the opportunity to find an apartment  at a significantly better price than in the nearby Santa Catalina and Jaime III areas. The neighborhood, which originally consisted of workers’ housing for the textile industry during the 19th century, has evolved from consisting mostly of low-rise single-family homes to a central district with a charming mix of hip hotels, restaurants and apartments. It is just a 5-10 minute walk to the vibrant Santa Catalina and it has an abundance of restaurants and bars, as well as the Paseo Mallorca and shopping at Jaime III close by. In this blog we share our favorite spots, restaurants and cafés in the area. 

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HM Palma Blanc 

his four-star hotel is one of the most innovative hotels on the island and it is located in Camp d’en Serralta. The white aluminum facade and an interior of traditional Mallorcan materials lay the foundations for this sustainable hotel with a total of 118 rooms where measures have been implemented such as energy efficiency, waste management and several other environmental initiatives. Enjoy the lovely roof terrace with pool and fantastic view, a private cinema lounge or relax in the spa area.Their Kilómetro 0 restaurant offers a wide range of modern dishes prepared with locally produced and organic products. They even have an urban garden in the hotel with vegetables and herbs used in the restaurant.

 

Vinazo-Morrofino

If you love wine, you will be impressed by Vinazo-Morrofino which builds its entire concept around its excellent range of wines. The dishes are culinary works of art inspired from different parts of the world where they play with textures and contrasts between flavors of excellent quality products.

 

Sabores de Sandra 

Sabores de Sandra proves that vegan food can be tasty, exciting and delicious! Sandra, who owns the restaurant and is also the chef, has succeeded in creating a vegan oasis in a relaxed environment. Vegan versions of lasagna, risotto and Mexican food are just some of the options on the menu.

 

Made in China 

Made in China offers, as the name might suggest, authentic Chinese traditional dishes. You can choose between a tasting menu or dishes from the menu where Peking duck, Vietnamese spring rolls and dim sum are the star dishes.

 

La Consentida Restobar

LLa Consentida is your local bistro in Camp dén Serralta. Here you can have breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks. During the week, they also serve an affordable lunch menu.

 

Greengo Palma 

At Greengo Palma you can enjoy a healthy breakfast, brunch or lunch. An excellent lunch menu is served during the week.

 

You can also buy fresh vegetables at Fruteria Forti, fresh fish at Pescados Miro and meat and charcuterie at Carniceria Rocha. 

 

Johanna Andersson

Team Assistant @ Mallorcaresidencia

The team at Mallorcaresidencia works out in different settings and places. Here the team talks about their workouts and the benefits of each one. There is something for everyone, whether you live in Palma, Soller or in the centre of the island. Our agent Charlotte prefers to workout in small group of only women, Sedat Senoglu, our IT-manager lives in Palma and prefers to work out there.  

 

Our Digital Product & It Manager Sedat’s tips
Finestbox

Finestbox is located on the second floor of Son Moix Shopping Centre where you have a great view of Tramuntana Mountains. If you live in the city or around, Finestbox is the right place for your training routine. It is founded by Jaime and has a great selection of Mallorcan personal trainers. Finestbox adapts to any type of person and objective, using an effective and current methodology, Finestbox offers different types of packages; If you want to have one to one sessions, package “one” would fulfill your expectations. On the other hand, you can choose package “Squad” if you want to be part of a group training or you can choose package “air” if you prefer to train outside in places such as Sa Riera Park etc.

 

Our co-founder Ahmet´s tips:
Natural Fitness Coaching – Jonas Zimnickas

Natural Fitness Studio by Jonas Zimnickas is located in Alaro. If you live in Alaro or around, The Natural Fitness Studio is the right place for your training routine. Jonas is a natural fitness coach, amputee, former athlete, husband, father of three, lover of coffee, cold water, cycling and the outdoors. Jonas has been inspired by nature and the forests of Mallorca, the foothills of the Tramuntana mountain range and transformed his studio into a welcoming and calm place. Here you can train barefoot on the grass, beneath a forest scape and surrounded by air purifying plants.

 

Our agent Frida’s tips:
Contrainer – Aurelio

Our agent Frida has been training at the golf course Golf Son Quint for the past three years. She says that it’s the first time she’s stuck to it and actually works out regularly and it started when one day she saw some sporty parents at her children’s school who told her that they work out in the green surroundings nearby Golf Son Quint golf course. Being outside in the sunlight with fun people, both local and international, and getting in a full workout at the same time is unbeatable! Aurelio who is the owner and trainer at CONTRAINER (as his “gym” is called) is from Seville and has a genuine interest in making everyone feel good and makes sure that the sessions are dynamic, motivating and fun. Frida does strength training and fitness, usually in a small group in the morning or evening, but sometimes she chooses a session with PT. On Friday morning there is also a yoga session which is perfect for stretching out the week’s tense and possibly slightly stressed muscles and welcoming the weekend with a few deep breaths in the sunshine! Sometimes you feel tired and to go and workout is the last thing on your mind, but then you’re met by a happy trainer, someone cracks a joke, the music starts and it feels natural to be there!

 

Our agent Charlotte’s tips:
Luca i Soller
Tränare: Luci

Charlotte is our agent who lives in Soller and has recently started working out at the popular Luca in Soller. She tells us about her training: “I have never been into strength training, but have always preferred outdoor sports and mainly ball sports such as tennis and padel. But last fall when I suddenly realized that when you start approaching 40, it is important to also train your muscles. It is also important to workout not to injure myself since I  play quite a lot of padel. Then I decided to start training at the very popular Luca in Soller. The waiting time to enter was 6 months as the groups are of a maximum of 3 people. The trainer’s name is Luci and the location of Luca is in newly renovated premises in Soller. Luci provides personal training only for women. For me, who felt a little uncomfortable with gyms, this is a perfect concept when you train alone, or with a maximum of two others and only women.”

 

Johanna Andersson

Team Assistant @ Mallorcaresidencia