The Balearic island is home to incredible places, don't miss them!
Mallorca is one of the most charming islands in the Mediterranean. It's like being in paradise! If you have in mind to make a getaway in the coming weeks and you have not yet decided on the destination, think no more: Mallorca.
Both to spend a weekend or a longer vacation, this Balearic island is perfect and unique. We have compiled a list of places that you cannot miss, either because of their beauty, their popularity or their uniqueness. Discover these corners of Mallorca and you will surely want to return again and again to this little paradise.
DEIA
It is one of the most charming corners of the island, one of the most special towns. The landscapes and the calm that this place by the sea transmits has fallen in love with several artists and actors (like Julio Cortázar, who spent long periods looking for inspiration) or even have their own vacation home, like michael douglas.
One of the most recommended places in Deià is to visit Sa Foradada, a viewpoint where there is a huge rock with a hole inside (hence the name). The sunsets in this place are unique . Another incomparable visit that we recommend is La House Museum of Son Marroig , former home of the Archduke Luis Salvador with an open secret: the Des Galliner viewpoint , with Foradada at his feet.
Sa Foradada
EXPLORE THE TRAMUNTANA IN SEARCH OF TREASURES
have you heard of the geocaching ? It's about going on a treasure hunt. Many people hide an object, write down the coordinates and make them public so that whoever wants to can find it. This activity is fashionable throughout Spain and in Mallorca it could not be less. That is why we propose two plans in one: that you get to know the Sierra de Tramuntana while you have fun looking for hidden "treasures".
The Sierra is very long and it is impossible for you to get to know it in one day, so you have to choose an excursion. And there are so many! We recommend you go up to Puig de l'Ofre , a peak that is at more than 1,000 meters of altitude and from which you can see the whole of Mallorca. For the views alone it will be worth it. Where to stay? Take refuge in ** Belmond La Residencia **, a manor house decorated with antiques and traditional Majorcan furniture. Surrounded by gardens and citrus orchards, the best thing is its great views over the Tramuntana.
The perfect hideaway in the Tramuntana
STAR RESTAURANTS
Quality, creativity and dedication is what best defines the cuisine of ** Es Racó des Teix **, one of the Michelin star restaurants in Mallorca that will surprise you. Their lobster ravioli with white peach take away the meaning of those who try them . If you dare, it is in the town of Deià.
How would you like to dine on the tasting menu cooked by the first Majorcan to receive the Michelin star? You can do it at Es Molí d'en Bou, in Sa Coma. The Norway lobsters flambéed with herbal liqueur are one of their best dishes.
The first Michelin on the island (not the last)
VALLDEMOSSA AND POTATO CAKES
Valldemossa is another of the charming towns located in the Sierra de Tramuntana. In addition to its beauty and uniqueness, this Majorcan town stands out for its potato cakes , a very typical sweet (along with the ensaimada) of the island.
You can find them in any pastry shop in Mallorca, but the typical thing is to go to Valldemossa and look for the Ca'n Molinas oven. Together with a coffee with milk or a hot chocolate, they are ideal for have breakfast or snack. And since you go to this town, walk its streets and discover why Frederic Chopin fell in love with the place.
Potato Coke from Ca'n Molinas, in Valldemossa
OF BALEARIC WINES IN BANYALBUFAR
This picturesque town was the protagonist of a summer beer spot. The why? Its unique summer party "sopar al carrer". Let's go over there: the town is built on terraces of vineyards in the form of steps that take you to the sea.
In this town they produce malmsey , a sweet white wine that you can try at Bodega Son Vives . We add a compelling reason to visit Banyalbufar: its spectacular sunsets from the Tower of Ses Ánimes.
A rural winery getaway
SA CALOBRA AND THE TORRENT DE PAREIS
Sa Calobra It is an essential point on the route: a pebble beach (difficult to access: watch out for the road, there are curves ahead) and protected by two cliffs that will make you feel tiny compared to the imposing nature. The beach is the mouth of the Torrent de Pareis , a torrent that divides the Sierra de Tramuntana.
Sa Calobra
**THE MANDATORY SOUVENIR AT CAN JOAN DE S'AIGO**
if you want to try the best ensaimadas in the world , you have to go to Can Joan de S'Aigo. It is one of the most emblematic places in Mallorca. It is a very cozy place where you can enjoy a good hot chocolate accompanied by this Majorcan delicacy.
And don't forget to try their ice creams handcrafted . This place cannot be missed on your visit to the island. You will find him in his capital, Palma de Mallorca on the Can Sanc street and in the Baró street of Santa María del Sepulcre.
Majorcan ensaimada: the breakfast of champions