With the yachts securely docked and the cooler weather settling in, the low season is the perfect time to stretch your sea legs and explore Mallorca’s breathtaking trails. From cliffside coastal paths to rugged mountain routes, there’s plenty to uncover in this hiker’s paradise. Here are six hiking plans that made Islander reporter Marlot Cathalina fall in love with Mallorca all over again. Grab your boots and let’s hit the trails.

1. Parque Natural de la Península de Llevant

While the Tramuntana often takes center stage, there’s plenty more to discover beyond its well-known peaks. Like Parque Natural de la Península de Llevant, located in the remote northeast of Mallorca. This natural park offers a range of hiking routes and access to the beautiful and secluded bay Arenalet del Verger.

Keep an eye out for birds like the booted eagle and peregrine falcon, as the area was designated a Special Protection Area for Birds and a Site of Community Interest in 2000. The tranquil, off-the-beaten-path area is ideal for immersing yourself in nature for hours—or even days—thanks to the three refugios scattered across the park. Highly recommended.

     2. Alcudia

We stay in the north of the island, where the mountainous terrain between the bays of Pollensa and Alcudia offers a range of beautiful trails. You can hike to the Ermita de la Victoria, Talaia d’Alcúdia, or Playa Coll Baix.

For more experienced hikers, don’t miss Sa Cova Tancada, a cave with chambers that reach over 10 meters high, showcasing impressive limestone formations. The trail winds through a pine forest with stunning views of the bay of Alcudia. Be prepared for the final stretch: a steep, rocky descent that requires extra caution. The reward, however, is all the more worthwhile.

    3. Cala Marmols

In the south of the island, you’ll find a different landscape along this fairly easy coastal route. Starting at Cap de Salines, the most southern point of the island, the trail takes you on a 1.5-hour walk to Cala Marmols. This stunning bay features a beach of sand and gravel, dramatic cliffs surrounding it, and crystal-clear waters (as long as the wind isn’t from the southeast). 

For those with energy to spare, you can extend your hike by another 6 km (one way) to reach the famous Cala s’Almunia. Keep in mind that there is limited shade along this route, so it’s a good idea to protect yourself from the sun.

    4. Santuario Sant Salvador and Castell de Santueri

The area around Santuario Sant Salvador and Castell de Santueri offers several options for hikers of all levels. You can either visit the Puig de Sant Salvador, starting from the parking lot at the base of the mountain, or take a pleasant trail from Felanitx through the countryside up the hill. 

Alternatively, you can hike both the Santuario Sant Salvador and the Castell de Santueri on a circular route. This scenic trail winds through green mountain paths, leading you to the castle ruins of Castell de Santueri. Be sure to explore the impressive Cova dels Bous cave once you are up there. Another recommended option is to hike toward Castell de Santueri from S’Horta, where you’ll pass through idyllic Mallorcan countryside. There’s a trail for everyone.

    5. Puig Tomir (Lluc)

The trail to Puig Tomir, the second-highest peak in Mallorca at 1103 meters, brings you straight into the Tramuntana mountains. Starting at the Santuari de Lluc, the route winds through serene forests and rugged trails. Wild goats and vultures can often be spotted along the way.

At the summit, hikers are rewarded with breathtaking vistas stretching across Mallorca (unless the clouds hide the view, as we’ve learned from experience). The route offers a mix of manageable paths and steeper climbs – a challenge, but not as tough as some reviews make it seem and we can only highly recommend going for it.

    6. GR221: Ruta de Pedra en Sec

If you have a few spare days and are up for a true adventure, hiking the entire Tramuntana on foot is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The GR221 is Mallorca’s most iconic hiking trail, also known as the “Ruta de Pedra en Sec” (Dry Stone Route). This varied route weaves its way across the island’s mountain range, the Serra de Tramuntana, offering stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea as the path rises and falls.

The route, from S’Andratx to Port de Pollença (yes, take a moment to let that sink in) takes you through pine forests, charming mountain villages, ancient paths, and remote areas inhabited by wild goats and sheep. Whether you’re camping in a tent, staying in refuges along the way, or booking hotels in the villages, the trail offers you some of the most beautiful sights of the serra. And we speak from experience: a few years ago, Islander reporter Marlot completed the 144-kilometer GR221 trail in less than a week. Happy hiking!