Towns of Palma

A hard 80km starting and ending in Palma. This ride has no huge climbs but is up and down constantly for the middle 50km. Theres more than 2,000m climbing on this route. 

After climbing out of Palma Bay the route heads into Esporles and afterwards to Baynalbufar, this will be more than enough to warm up an from there we will be able to watch the Mediterranean at our feet, which is very impressive.

Then, we will go slightly dowhill to Estellecs, take advantage of that because the next stage between Estellecs and Andratx is full of uphills and downhills one after the other. Maybe you would like to enjoy the Natural Park of Dragonera after that, which is a small island full of local wildlife and nature and which can be easily reached by boat.

Afterwards, we will go to Calviá, one of the most luxurious towns in the region, and full of boutiques, bars and restaurants and amusement parks, which is perfect to enjoy a little bit after such a tortuous ride.

Then we will start our last ascension to reach Palma, after an incredible route which has shown us the best of Majorca by cycling

• Carrying ID in Majorca is mandatory, to avoid fines from the local police or Guardia Civil always carry some form of photographic identification on you.
• Riding two abreast is legal in Majorca but keep as far to the right as possible. Ride in single file when there is poor visibility.
• Keep to the hard shoulder of roads wherever possible. Don't make any risky manoeuvres and always comply with all traffic regulations.
• Respect the natural surrounding because the ecological balance is very fragile. Do not leave litter behind and do not light fires in the woods. 
• Do not enter private property without the expressed permission of the owner.
• In the summer, it is advisable not to cycle during hottest time of the day.  Take water, sun-cream and a hat on excursions.
• Before leaving, make sure your cycle is in good condition. If you are planning to go out at night or might be returning late, ensure that your bike is fitted with working lights.
• Before setting off, make sure you let someone know where you will be going and when you think you are likely to be back.
• Take care in the road tunnels in the Tramuntana mountains. In the area of Puig Major, the tunnels are not lit, so take lights if you are planning on using this route. There are also tunnels on the way to Lloret a Ruberts and the old road to Muro.
• The road between s'Indioteria and Garrover (old road to Bunyola), the road to s'Esglaieta, the road from Bunyola to Orient, and the road from Pollenca to Campanet all need repaired.

The cuisine in Majorca is certainly something that everyone has to try at least once in their lifetime. Majorca's food has a rich history that includes both Roman and African influences, as well as its own traditional Spanish style. Although Balearic gastronomy is almost identical to the mainland Spanish one, there are some considerable differences. In Majorca, dishes include tropical ingredients and seafood harvested directly from the island. From vegetables like cauliflower to almonds and tomatoes, Majorcan plates are wholesome and delicious. Continue reading below for examples of dishes served for breakfast, lunch and dinner on the beautiful island of Majorca.

Taking your own bike is tempting but it can be a heafty cost with budget airlines charging £50/€50 each way and can also be a risky choice if your bike gets damaged.

Not to panic though, if you are a keen cyclist, there are several top notch rental stores in Mallorca that will kit you out with the newest and best quality bikes for the duration of your holiday. Renting charges do vary from shop to shop, for bike frame and duration of hire so it’s best to check each site beforehand. Most shops charge extra for pedal hire but will happily fit your own for free.

Palma de Mallorca has it's own bus service run by EMT. You pay for your journey when you get on board - single tickets only. You can buy a set of 10 journeys at a discounted rate in tobacco shops & EMT offices (Josep Anselm Clavé 5, around the corner from Olivar Market). A night bus runs on Friday & Saturday nights - and on nights before a public holiday (fiesta time!) - and starts on Avenida Gabriel Alomar. It runs past Placa Espana, Avenida Argentina and onto Passeig Maritim. They run approximately every 20 minutes.

There is a special bus that runs from Palma to the aiport - it's number one - there is also a bus that runs from the airport to the holiday resort of S'Arenal (number 21). For these airport routes, the timetables & stops can be found on Palma Transportation website. Tourist buses also run throughout the year around Palma, stopping at all the important historical sites.

Also,there are two 'mainline' railway lines in Mallorca connecting Palma to Manacor and Sa Pobla - both lines go via Inca. The other railway takes the vintage train from Palma to Soller, following a wonderfully scenic route.