The island is increasingly turning into a true outdoor paradise, which impresses with its breathtaking natural scenery, the year-round sunny climate and the relaxed attitude to life of the inhabitants. Even if the island is not yet known as a stronghold for mountain bikers, this is increasingly changing. More and more bike enthusiasts are discovering the varied terrain and picturesque panoramas for themselves. With an extensive network of trails and a rich history, mountain bikers are increasingly drawn to the rocky and hilly landscapes. The rural roads are perfect for climbing the hills on a mountain bike. Below we present five of the most popular mountain bike routes.
1. santuario de Lluc
This route stands out for its cultural value and offers the opportunity to experience the Serra Tramuntana up close. The challenging biker trail extends from the Santuario de Lluc to the Paraje Natural de la Sierra de Tramuntana and back to Pollença. With a length of 45.7 km, this route requires excellent physical fitness and advanced riding technique. Some steep sections require pushing the bike. Highlights of the tour include the sendero de Ses Covasses, the Santuario de Lluc and the Collado de la Rota.
2. cala en basset
This 28.7 km route connects the spectacular landscapes of the coast and inland and is a real El Dorado for nature lovers and photographers. The route offers numerous highlights for mountain bikers and breathtaking viewpoints, such as the view of sa Dragonera. The route varies from dirt roads to asphalt roads, and Komoot's tour profile shows elevation changes from 0 to 290 meters. The varied landscape and different waypoints make for an unforgettable and adventurous mountain biking experience.
3. Puig de l'Aguila
The extremely popular, moderately difficult Puig de l'Àguila mountain bike tour starts directly in Alcúdia and leads through the impressive mountains of the region. According to the Komoot app, the route stretches over 42.1 km and can be completed at an average speed of 14.3 km per hour. But beware: the route will also surprise you in part with very steep climbs, which require an advanced cycling technique. It may even be necessary to push the bike for about 1.19 km. During the tour, asphalt and access roads alternate with picturesque natural and unpaved paths. The highest point of the tour is 260 m and the lowest is 0 m.
4. es Trenc
This exciting mountain bike tour is suitable for all fitness levels and starts conveniently at the parking lot in Campos described in the link. The route leads through varied landscapes and culminates at the impressive Es Trenc beach. A total of 32.9 km of riding distance with moderate elevation changes await you.
5. port of the canonge
This demanding mountain bike tour requires a high level of skill and physical fitness. Over a length of 33.3 km, a challenging route with an altitude difference of 1,120 m awaits you. It may happen that you have to push your bikes on some sections. The tour starts in Esporles and leads through the impressive Sierra de Tramuntana. Highlights like the idyllic beach Playa de Port des Canonge and the breathtaking Banyalbufar await you. The route consists mostly of trails and roads, but there are some challenging sections in alpine terrain. According to Komoot's information, 7.46 km of the route is unpaved, while another 3.29 km are gravel roads. Overall, this tour offers a unique challenge that is rewarded by unforgettable views and experiences.