Cycle Mallorca's Tramuntana climbs, quiet country lanes and turquoise coastlines, one of Europe's most rewarding island cycling terrains.
Highlights
- Sa Calobra: a 10 km climb from the sea at 7%
- Tramuntana for climbers, Pla countryside for spinners
- Europe's spring cycling capital, peak in April and May
- Café stops, almond-grove lanes, bike-friendly hotels
Mallorca Cycling Holidays
Cycle Mallorca's Tramuntana climbs, quiet country lanes and turquoise coastlines, one of Europe's most rewarding island cycling terrains.
Highlights
- Sa Calobra: a 10 km climb from the sea at 7%
- Tramuntana for climbers, Pla countryside for spinners
- Europe's spring cycling capital, peak in April and May
- Café stops, almond-grove lanes, bike-friendly hotels
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About Cycling in Mallorca
Renowned for its crystal-clear coves, limestone mountains, and Mediterranean charm, Mallorca has long been one of Europe’s premier cycling destinations. The island blends coastal beauty with dramatic interior landscapes, creating a setting that appeals to riders of every style.
For cyclists, Mallorca offers an exceptional balance of variety and challenge. Gentle routes wind through quiet plains and almond groves near Petra and Sineu, while the legendary climbs of the Serra de Tramuntana—including Sa Calobra and Puig Major—provide demanding ascents with sweeping sea views.
Coastal paths reveal relaxed rides along turquoise bays, whereas inland routes lead to twisting mountain roads, terraced farmlands, and panoramic lookouts. Many routes cross protected natural areas such as Mondragó Natural Park or the rugged cliffs surrounding Cap de Formentor, where every turn opens to dramatic scenery.
Mallorca’s cultural heritage shapes the journey as much as its terrain. Traditional stone villages like Valldemossa and Pollença, historic monasteries perched on hilltops, and vibrant local markets reflect centuries of Mediterranean history. Along the way, riders often enjoy Mallorcan specialities such as sobrasada, ensaïmadas, and fresh island seafood.
With its dependable climate, diverse landscapes, and excellent cycling infrastructure, the island guarantees a rewarding and unforgettable cycling experience.
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What to Expect When Cycling in Mallorca?
Mallorca fits four kinds of riding into one island:
Tramuntana: Sa Calobra, Sóller, Valldemossa
Formentor: the lighthouse road at the northern tip
The Pla: Sineu and the vineyard lanes inland
South and east: coast roads by Santanyí
The Mallorca Road Cycling Tour spends most of its week in the Tramuntana, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2011.
The Island Tour and Best of Mallorca lean to the coasts, and Formentor is on every tour.
1933: Sa Calobra's road opens, designed by Antonio Parietti. Its showpiece is a 270° spiral, the tie knot, where the road loops over itself.
Riding back up is about 10 km at 7 %. At the bottom, the only other way out is a boat.
Gradient by gradient: Sa Calobra on Climbfinder →
The Mallorca 312 sportive is named after its longest route, 312 km. Shorter options cover 226 and 167 km, and the 2027 edition is on 24 April.
The pros come earlier. The Challenge Ciclista Mallorca races here in late January, and Red Bull–Bora held its December 2025 camp on the island.
The Sóller tunnel bans bikes, so riders climb the old road over Coll de Sóller instead. What to expect:
8.9 km at 5.3 % from Sóller, with 30 hairpins
Ca'n Topa at the top: orange juice, bread, cheese
Puig Major, 14.3 km at 5.9 %, also starts in Sóller
Sineu, a market town in the island's centre, has an outdoor velodrome to lap on a road bike. The Mallorca Road Cycling Tour ends there.
Its last ride climbs from Artà to the Ermita de Betlem hermitage, with the coast below.
In Valldemossa, Best of Mallorca stops at the Carthusian monastery where Chopin and George Sand spent a winter.
Early start? Carry food.
Cafés rarely open before 9 am, and some close altogether from November to February.
Once they open, two island classics:
Ensaïmada, a spiral pastry dusted with sugar
Sobrasada, a soft cured paprika sausage, on bread
Our guide to cycling in Spain has more on Mallorca →
