In this article, we describe the routes we most frequently ride in Mallorca with our clients. But first, a brief explanation of how we classify the different types of routes.
ROUTE TYPES
Level 1 – Easy
For: Beginners or recovery rides
Terrain: Flat, smooth roads, little to no climbing
Distance: 20–50 km
Elevation: <300 m
Description: Gentle coastal or countryside rides with minimal elevation. Ideal for easy days, families, or casual cyclists.
Level 2 – Medium
For: Beginners with some fitness, intermediate riders on recovery
Terrain: Rolling hills, some short climbs
Distance: 40–70 km
Elevation: 300–700 m
Description: Quiet roads through farmland and villages, small hills but no long climbs. Great for building endurance without major difficulty.
Level 3 – Moderate
For: Intermediate riders
Terrain: Rolling terrain with moderate climbs
Distance: 60–90 km
Elevation: 700–1,200 m
Description: Longer routes with beautiful scenery and medium climbs. Good for training days and scenic exploration without going deep into the mountains.
Level 4 – Hard
For: Strong, fit cyclists
Terrain: Long climbs, technical descents
Distance: 90–120 km
Elevation: 1,500–2,200 m
Description: Mountain routes with steep gradients, especially Sa Calobra and Puig Major. Requires fitness, good gearing, and descending skills. Not for beginners.
Level 5 – Epic
For: Experienced cyclists, competitive amateurs
Terrain: Multiple major climbs, >2,500 m climbing
Distance: 130–200+ km
Elevation: 2,500–4,000+ m
Description: Monster days in the saddle. Multiple big climbs like Sa Calobra, Puig Major, and Coll de Sóller. Demanding on legs, nutrition, and pacing. Equivalent to alpine gran fondos.
ROUTE PROFILES
Level 1 – Flat (Coastal plains and farmland)
Terrain type: Completely flat or near-flat
Elevation gain: <300 m
Road type: Wide, smooth roads, little traffic
Effort level: Very easy
Description: Ideal for beginners, recovery rides, or base miles. Quiet rural roads through fields, windmills, and orange groves.
Level 2 – Rolling (Inland Mallorca)
Terrain type: Undulating hills, short climbs (1–2 km)
Elevation gain: 300–700 m
Road type: Country roads through villages
Effort level: Easy to moderate
Description: More varied than flat rides. Small climbs and descents, perfect for tempo riding or endurance training without long efforts.
Level 3 – Hilly (Foothills of the Tramuntana)
Terrain type: Rolling hills + some medium climbs (3–6 km)
Elevation gain: 700–1,200 m
Road type: Mix of rural roads and minor climbs
Effort level: Moderate
Description: Starts to feel like a real workout. Great views, winding roads, and a taste of the mountains without full climbs.
Level 4 – Mountain (with single climb)
Terrain type: Long, sustained climbs (7–14 km)
Elevation gain: 1,200–2,000 m
Road type: Mountain roads, wide but sometimes technical
Effort level: Hard
Description: Classic Mallorcan mountain rides. Requires climbing legs and good descending skills. Routes can be out-and-back or loops involving one big ascent.
Level 5 – Mountain Climbing (multiple climbs, long ride)
Terrain type: Several long climbs, big elevation days
Elevation gain: 2,500–4,000+ m
Road type: Constant up/down, long distance
Effort level: Very hard / epic
Description: Pro-level terrain with multiple iconic climbs linked together with little rest. Nutrition, pacing, and endurance are critical.
ROUTES
SAN SALVADOR
Route: San Salvador
Profile: Level 4 – Mountain
Difficulty: Level 4 – Hard
Distance: 130 km
Time: 5 – 6 h
Total climbing: 1,400m
Type: loop
General surface quality: good
Traffic: medium
Food and drink stops: Petra, San Salvador, Felanitx
Photo points: San Salvador
Hazards: heavy traffic in Felanitx
Climbs: Felanitx > San Salvador (5,0km; 6,4%; +380m)
Route description: Leave Port d’Alcúdia heading southeast via the main road through dunes and pine forests toward Can Picafort. This early section is flat and fast, ideal for warming up. Continue inland toward Santa Margalida, passing near the well-known one-man quarry – a local landmark worth visiting. From Santa Margalida, roll on toward Maria de la Salut, where the terrain becomes slightly more undulating but remains scenic and peaceful, with almost no traffic. Ride south around Ariany and continue via rural lanes toward Petra — a charming town and a good place to refill bottles in Cafe C’an Tomeu at the main square. From Petra, continue southeast to Felanitx. Just beyond the town, turn right toward the iconic climb up to Sant Salvador Monastery — a tough 5 km climb, shaded, with a number of sharp corners and switchbacks, accompanied by views over the island. The summit offers panoramic views, a café, and a great spot for a photo or short break. There is also a water well (drinking water) strategically positioned at the very top so you can refill there. Lunch option at the top of Sant Salvador with beautiful views at Hostatgeria Sant Salvador or at the square in Felanitx. Descend back down from Sant Salvador, cross the town of Felanitx and head northwest toward Vilafranca de Bonany via gentle countryside. The road rolls steadily through Sant Joan and on to Sineu, where you can enjoy another short café stop if needed.
At the Sineu roundabout, take the second exit and immediately turn left onto the “most scenic inland road” of the island. This stretch passes through peaceful farmland and softly rolling terrain, guiding you through Muro, Sa Pobla, and eventually back to Port d’Alcúdia on flat and quiet country roads.
RANDA
Route: Randa
Profile: Level 3 – Hilly
Difficulty: Level 3 – Moderate
Distance: 110km
Time: 3,5 – 4,5 h
Total climbing: 1,000m
Type: loop
General surface quality: good
Traffic: low
Food and drink stops: Algaida, Montuiri
Photo points: Randa
Hazards: bad visibility on “wall route” Sencelles – Laiar
Climbs: Algaida > Randa (6,0km; 4,8%; +300m)
Route description: Start your ride by heading south from Port d’Alcúdia, pass Sa Pobla and continue to Santa Maria dei Cami via the quiet and scenic Cami Vell de Muro. This peaceful farm road was built originally by Romans connecting Palma with the town of Muro. Turn right onto a small rural lane toward Sencelles, then continue along the so-called “wall route” to Laiar and Algaida. Ride through the town square of Algaida and head toward Randa on a gently rolling road. Turn left to begin the climb up to the village of Randa and then further to the Sanctuary of Cura. This climb is steady, scenic, and rewarding, offering panoramic views from the top. A photo stop at the summit is well worth it.
Descend the same way back to Randa village, then at the main junction, turn right toward Montuïri. Enjoy a long, flowing descent with wide views across Mallorca’s central plains. A café or lunch stop in Montuïri’s town square is a good way to recharge.
Continue on gently rolling inland roads through Sant Joan and Sineu. At the roundabout on the edge of Sineu, take the second exit, and immediately turn left to join one of the island’s most beautiful rural roads. This scenic rolling stretch leads you through open farmland and quiet countryside back toward Muro and Sa Pobla, before your final flat run back into Port d’Alcúdia.
COSTRITX
Route: Costitx
Profile: Level 2 – Rolling
Difficulty: Level 2 – Medium
Distance: 75km
Time: 2,5 – 3,5 h
Total climbing: 450m
Type: loop
General surface quality: good
Traffic: low
Food and drink stops: Costitx
Photo points: Costitx
Hazards: very narrow lane across Shindlers
Climbs: Cami dells Horts > Costitx (0,7 km; 4,3%; +33m)
Route description: Start from Port d’Alcúdia via quiet and flat lanes heading south-west to Shindlers from where descent to main road and continue to the beginning of highway turning left on the roundabout to Sa Pobla. From there head further south-west catching Cami vell de Muro, turn left toward Biniferri. Head south through rolling terrain catching the road from Sencelles, turn left to Costitx. Steep but short kicker just before the town where you may stop in the cafe-bakery “Forn Can Buri” on the main square. From Costix head back east to the main road and further to Llubi. Return via Sa Pobla quiet pipe roads to Port d’Alcudia.
3 MONASTERIES
Route: 3 Monasteries
Profile: Hilly
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 95km
Time: 4-5 h
Total climbing: 1,200m
Type: loop
General surface quality: good
Traffic: low
Food and drink stops: Mancor de la Vall, Sa Batalla/Garage, Lluc Monastery
Photo points: Santa Magdalena, Santa Lucia, Col di Femenia
Hazards: route surface around Inca
Climbs:
- Cami Vell de Buger > Santa Magdalena (2,7 km; 6,3%; +175m)
- Mancor > Santa Lucia (2,0 km; 5,4%; 121m)
- Caimari > Sa Batalla (9,2 km; 4,7%; +435m)
Route description: Start from Port d’Alcúdia via quiet and flat lanes heading south to Sa Pobla and Búger. Just after Búger, turn right to climb Santa Magdalena with steep sections at the beginning and a number of switchbacks closer to the top. Return to the same point and continue around Inca taking small rolling lanes with mixed surfaces to reach Selva. From there a longer drag to Mancor de la Vall from where the second climb starts to Santa Lucia – short but steep. Descend back to the town for coffee and refill. Continue via back roads to Caimari, where the Coll de sa Batalla climb starts: a well-paved, shaded ascent of about 8 km, full of switchbacks. The first two-thirds are steady followed by a flat section and gradient kicking up near the top. At the summit, you can refuel with water or a quick coffee at the Repsol garage café, a popular stop for cyclists or continue down to Lluc Monastery with a nice cafe for lunch. From Lluc continue via the rolling road toward Coll de Femenia. From this point a long and sweeping descent takes you back toward the plains around Pollenca.
At the base, leave the main road and once again follow the quiet lanes through the countryside to wind your way back home to Port d’Alcúdia.
BUNYOLA – HONORE – ORIENT
Route: Bunyola – Honore – Orient
Profile: Mountain
Difficulty: Hard
Distance: 120 km
Time: 5-6 h
Total climbing: 1,200m
Type: loop
General surface quality: good
Traffic: low
Food and drink stops: Santa Maria, Bunyola, Orient, Alaro
Photo points: Coll de Honore, Coll d’Orient
Hazards: road surface on descent from Col de Honore to Orient
Climbs: Bunyola > Col de Honore (6,1 km; 5,6%; +340m),
Route description: Start from Port d’Alcúdia via quiet and flat lanes heading south to Sa Pobla and Búger. Just after Búger, you’ll pass below Ermita de Santa Magdalena, continue straight through open farmland and olive groves to reach Cami vel del Muro road heading to Santa Maria del Camí. From Santa Maria, ride a long steady drag toward Bunyola, right from town square, turn right and start climbing steep, twisting and narrow streets. At the end of town the Coll d’Honor climb begins, mostly shaded and with minimal traffic. Watch for descending cyclists on tight corners and switchbacks, only single file is allowed on this road.
Descend into the quiet village of Orient tarmac is super rough, probably the worst on the whole island. Then continue through town and climb the last section to Coll d’Orient. From there wide and smooth descent to Alaro with plenty of cafes for lunch and refuel.
Retourn route from Alaro takes you via Col de Tofla with minimal climbing from this side but steep descent. Further continue via Lloseta, Biniamar to Campanet and Campanet valley to Pollensa Golf. From there via small lanes come back to Port d’Alcúdia.
SANTA MARIA DEL CAMI
Route: Santa Maria del Cami
Profile: Rolling
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 95 km
Time: 3,5 – 4,5 h
Total climbing: 800m
Type: loop
General surface quality: good
Traffic: very low
Food and drink stops: Santa Maria
Photo points: Coll de Soller, Tunnel de Monnaber
Hazards: short cobbles section on descent from Allaro
Climbs: Lloseta > Coll de Toflar (1,8 km; 5,7%; +110m)
Route description: Start your ride by heading south out of Port d’Alcúdia. After about 5 minutes on the main road, turn off onto quiet country lanes that wind through farmland and almond groves. These peaceful backroads are ideal for warming up, offering a gentle and scenic start to the day.
After the warm-up, tackle a small climb up to Pollença Golf Course, then turn left briefly onto the main road before quickly diverting right into the stunning Campanet Valley. This section is green, tranquil, and full of classic Mallorcan countryside charm. The rolling terrain includes a short, punchy climb into the town of Campanet — just enough to fully wake up the legs.
Ride through Campanet and descend into Selva, you’ll then pass through Biniamar and shortly after reach Lloseta, with slightly rolling terrain. From here, the road climbs gradually to the Coll de Tofla — a short but punchy ascent, great place to test your legs.
Roll out through Alaró and continue southeast toward Santa Maria del Camí, watch out for short cobbles section on the descent. Stop in Sa Sini cafe in Santa Maria, probably the best cakes on the island. Next, head north via the Cami Vell de Muro — a peaceful, flat rural road that cuts through farmland and quiet villages. It’s a classic stretch of Mallorca riding: smooth tarmac, no traffic, and panoramic views over the central plains. Pass through Sa Pobla and take pipe rods to avoid traffic on the main route heading to Alcudia.
COLL DE SOLLER AND PUIG MAJOR
Route: Coll de Soller and Puig Major
Profile: Mountain
Difficulty: Hard
Distance: 136 km
Time: 5-6 h
Total climbing: 2,000m
Type: loop
General surface quality: good
Traffic: low
Food and drink stops: Santa Maria, Ca’n Topa Coll de Soller, Mirador ses Barques, Aqueduct, Sa Batalla/Garage
Photo points: Coll de Soller, Tunnel de Monnaber
Hazards: traffic on descent to Soller
Climbs:
- Tunel > Col de Soller (7,6 km; 5,1%; +340m)
- Soller > Puig Major (14,5 km; 6,0%; +860m)
Route description: Start your ride by heading south from Port d’Alcúdia, pass Sa Pobla and continue to Santa Maria dei Cami via quiet and scenic Cami Vell de Muro. This peaceful farm road was built originally by Romans connecting Palma with the town of Muro.
From Santa Maria, head northwest toward Bunyola on the steady climbing main road. From Bunyola, descend back to the main road and head towards the tunnel to Soller. On the roundabout before the tunnel turn left and start climbing Col de Soller – one of Mallorca’s most iconic climbs. This side of the climb is around 5 km with dozens of tight hairpin turns and an average gradient of 5–6%. No shade, south facing so rather hot climb.
The descent into Sóller is shaded, with slippery corners, once you hit the main road to Soller tarmac gets rough and traffic is dense.
Climb to Puig Major starts on the last roundabout in Soller, turn right and begin and begin the longest climb on the island. Steady, 14 km consistent gradient of ~6%, with several long ramps and multiple switchbacks. Good quality tarmac and moderate traffic.
At the top you will cross the Tunnel de Monnaber and start descending toward the army base and mountain lakes Gorge Blau to reach Aqueduct. From there the road flows gently, with a few short ramps, before a final descent from the Coll de Femenia to Pollenca.
From the town turn off the main road onto small country lanes that meander back via quiet roads to Port d’Alcúdia.
CAP FORMENTOR
Route: Cap Formentor
Profile: Hilly
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 60 km
Time: 2,5-3 h
Total climbing: 1,000m
Type: out and back
General surface quality: good
Traffic: medium/high
Food and drink stops: Lighthouse cafe, Puerto Pollenca promenade
Photo points: Mirador de es Colomer, Lighthouse
Hazards: cars
Climbs:
- Army base > Col de la Creueta 3,0 km; 6,3%; +198m),
- Playa Formentor > Lighthouse (7,2 km; 3,9%; +268m),
- Playa Formentor – Col de la Creueta (3,4 km; 5,8%; +216m)
Route description: Start from Port Alcudia following the flat and scenic coastal road toward Port de Pollença. This is a 10 km stretch of bike lane along the road, perfect for warming up, no elevation.
Once you reach Port de Pollença, continue on the Ma-2210 around the town toward the Army base. The first climb begins just after the roundabout and leads you up to the Mirador Es Colomer. It’s a steady ascent with a few hairpins and panoramic views
Optional Climb: Talaia d’Albercutx: before descending, look for a small road on your right leading from parking up to the tower – Talaia d’Albercutx. This optional climb is short but steep (~2.5 km at ~7–10% gradient), with very poor tarmac. It offers an unmatched 360° view of the entire coastline.
After the Mirador (or after coming down from Talaia), descend into a landscape of cliffs and pine forests. At the bottom turn left and begin the climb with a long drag and steeper section leading to a tunnel. Further the road is twisty and rolling to the Lighthouse. Watch for cars and goats. The return features is same road back with lunch stop in Puerto Pollensa in one of the cafes on the promenade along the beach.
SA CALOBRA
Route: Sa Calobra
Profile: Mountain
Difficulty: Hard
Distance: 115 km
Time: 5-6 h
Total climbing: 2,000m
Type: out and back with loop
General surface quality: good
Traffic: medium
Food and drink stops: Sa Batalla-Repsol, Orange man, Aqueduct, Sa Calobra restaurant
Photo points: Mirador de s’Entreforc, Coll de Reis, Nus de sa Corbata, Port de Sa Calobra
Hazards: cars and buses on Sa Calobra descent and climb, slippery corners in upper section, cracks in tarmac in lower section
Climbs:
- Caimari > Sa Batalla (9,2 km; 4,7%; +435m),
- Aqueduct > Col de Reis (2,4 km; 6,6%; +161m),
- Sa Calobra > Col de Reis (10,2 km; 7%; +708m)
Route description: Start your ride by heading south out of Port d’Alcúdia. After about 5 minutes on the main road, turn off onto quiet country lanes that wind through farmland and almond groves. These peaceful backroads are ideal for warming up, offering a gentle and scenic start to the day.
After the warm-up, tackle a small climb up to Pollença Golf Course, then turn left briefly onto the main road before quickly diverting right into the stunning Campanet Valley. This section is green, tranquil, and full of classic Mallorcan countryside charm. The rolling terrain includes a short, punchy climb into the town of Campanet — just enough to fully wake up the legs.
From Campanet, continue on mostly flat roads toward Caimari, where the Coll de sa Batalla climb starts: a well-paved, shaded ascent of about 8 km, full of switchbacks. The first two-thirds are steady followed by a flat section and gradient kicking up near the top.
At the summit, you can refuel with water or a quick coffee at the Repsol garage café, a popular stop for cyclists.
Back on the bike, continue along the MA-10, passing the Lluc Monastery as the terrain turns into a series of short climbs and descents through pine forests and rocky outcrops. Refill your bottles at the Aqueduct, another convenient water point, before turning right onto a short climb to the Coll dels Reis — the gateway to Sa Calobra. Now comes the legendary descent: a 10 km ribbon of road twisting down the mountain in a series of hairpins, including the iconic “tie knot” curve, where the road loops under itself. At the bottom, you’ll reach Sa Calobra, a tiny port wedged between towering cliffs and the sea.
Don’t wait too long to go back, start the return climb as soon as possible to avoid midday traffic. The ascent from Sa Calobra is the biggest challenge of the day: 10 km at an average gradient of 7%, with the steepest ramps near the bottom. Pace yourself carefully, eat enough carbs, and make sure your bottles are full. It’s a long, exposed climb with little shade and almost no flat sections.
At the top, return past the Aqueduct and Lluc, then turn left at the junction toward Pollença. After some short climbs and flowing descents, you’ll reach the Coll de Femenia, from where a long and sweeping descent takes you back toward the plains around Pollenca
At the base, leave the main road and once again follow the quiet lanes through the countryside to wind your way back home to Port d’Alcúdia.
Climbs:
- Caimari > Sa Batalla
- Aqueduct > Col de Reis
- Sa Calobra – Col de Reis