Not only hiking fans get their money's worth on the island. The beautiful landscape and the unique nature of Mallorca can also be optimally explored by bike. Not without reason, the Balearic island is known as a Mecca for cyclists and the numerous bike tours in Mallorca are among the most beautiful routes in the world. Every year, numerous professional athletes are attracted to the island to prepare for the season. Countless routes and levels of difficulty make a bike tour through Mallorca an unforgettable experience for everyone.
In this article we have dedicated ourselves to the most beautiful bike tours and tell you what else you need to know about cycling in Mallorca.
Plan a bike tour in Mallorca
Whether by mountain bike, trekking bike or modern e-bike, Mallorca offers the best conditions for unforgettable cycling tours. In addition to a great climate in autumn and spring, the well-developed roads, the comprehensive infrastructure and the many sights along the routes are convincing. Today, in addition to beach trips, cycling vacations on the island are especially popular.
If you are planning a bike tour on Mallorca, you have the option of renting a bike locally. There are numerous providers and bike workshops in many towns. Or you can take your own bike with you. This is no longer a problem with the airlines. Book your bike as special baggage and stow it in a bike bag. It is important that all interfering components such as pedals or handlebars are removed and that the air is let out of the tires. You must also notify us in good time that you are taking the bike with you.
For cycling in Mallorca, the time between autumn and spring is optimal. Here the climate is mild and you enjoy pleasant temperatures.
A network of around 1,250 kilometers of bike paths invites you on your Mallorca bike tour. Many roads run off the beaten track and on well-maintained byways, so you don't have to cycle alongside cars and trucks. On the routes, impressive viewpoints, historical monuments, churches, mountain monasteries, traditional villages and beautiful stretches of beach await you again and again. Therefore, plan enough time for stops on your Mallorca bike tour.
Amateur cyclists should stick to routes along the coast. The Tramuntana Mountains in Mallorca, with its challenging cycling tours, is the best choice for professionals.
Below you will find our top 3 bike tours in Mallorca.
Longer bike ride in the nature park s'Albufera
The bike tour on Mallorca from Alcúdia in the north to the beautiful Albufera Park is about 30 kilometers long and suitable for beginners as well as for demanding cyclists. You should allow between three and four hours for the circular route. From the port in Alcúdia, the route goes to Can Picafort in the direction of Sa Pobla directly into the nature park. The bike tour is considered one of the most beautiful bike routes on Mallorca along the impressive flora and fauna and the varied landscapes of the S'Albufera Parc Natural. From here it goes back along the coastal road to Alcúdia, where the day can end with good food in one of the excellent restaurants.
Shorter Mallorca bike tour of Palma
One of the most famous and popular bike tours of the island runs from Palma along the waterfront and coast to El Arenal. The flat terrain and well-maintained roads make cycling particularly attractive for amateur cyclists and families with children. The path is also lined with restaurants, cafes, hotels and stores. Ideal for the little break in between. In addition, you have a great view of the sea on the bike tour.
Quiet bike ride to and from Inca
A beautiful circular route is offered in the north from Inca on the quiet roads through the most beautiful places like Manacor and Binisamar. On this bike tour in Mallorca, be sure to take a break in Selva and visit the church built in the 12th century. If you want to be on the road a little longer, start from Port de Pollenca to Inca and continue via Llucmajor to Campos. Also on this way you will cross the worth seeing villages and small towns of the region. The bike tour runs mainly on flat land. Enjoy the view of the imposing mountains and strengthen yourself in between in one of the traditional localities.
We hope you enjoy your bike tour in Mallorca.
