Why Mallorca, thoughts of a runner…

Why Mallorca? Thoughts of a runner… I don’t believe there’s just one answer to the question of why Mallorca in particular is so special. I’d like to explain here what makes it so special to me. As a passionate (mountain) runner, I may have different thoughts on that!

6 years ago I came to the island to complete a 6-month internship. Since I don’t like the beach, I used my free time to get to know the Tramuntana mountains.

From the very first kilometre, I was captivated by the light, by the opportunity to climb mountains while watching the sea, by the sunrises and, above all, by the sunsets.

Little by little, I got to know more and more special corners of this wonder that my companions seemed to pay no attention to; my memory filled with images that took my breath away. With every step, I fell more in love with this treasure, as if I were the only one who could see its brilliance.

In that moment, I was simply addicted to the Tramuntana like never before. After 5 years in which I had lived in 5 different cities, I found a place I could call home, and I decided that I wanted to spend my days here. So as never to miss this light, this breathtaking nature again. I can’t and don’t want to leave anymore.

For me – very personally – this is Mallorca.

Saludos,

Álvaro