Mallorca is a paradise for outdoor athletes: 300 days of sunshine, pleasant temperatures and a perfect infrastructure make every athlete's heart beat faster.
Mallorca and sports - This perfect combination has discovered at least cyclists and golfers early. For years, tens of thousands of professionals and amateurs have been pedaling on the island in the spring, forming their own tourism sector and enlivening the off-season. Golfers strengthen quality tourism and find variety and magnificent holes with sea views on 24 golf courses.
Summer belongs to the water sports enthusiasts. Then it becomes colorful and lively in the waves, when canoe rowers, stand-up paddlers, swimmers and divers share the cool water. Even in high season, everyone can find a spot for their passion along the 550 km coastline.
But Mallorca and sports discover but also more and more hikers who breathe life into the Tramuntana Mountains, especially in the off-season. It's not just spry retirees on vacation who climb the peaks of thousands, locals and families are also drawn to the mountains. They are looking for relaxation, tranquility and are rewarded with spectacular views.
And the list of activities could go on and on... But we would like to present just a few sports options on Mallorca and reveal the best places to do them. Some of them are almost unknown, but all of them unite the desire to exercise in beautiful nature.
CYCLING IN MALLORCA
The fact that Mallorca, sports and cycling belong together is no longer an insider tip. Around 150,000 cyclists come to Mallorca every year and have become an important industry. Especially in spring, colorful throngs of cyclists stream up the passes, enjoying the patience of local motorists and calling entire regions their turf. The flat and long bay of Alcudia belongs to the kilometer sharks, the mountainous southwest is reserved for the connoisseurs.
About 20 years ago, cycling tourism was born on Mallorca. At that time, mainly groups of men rode on rather bumpy tracks across the island. Mallorca recognized the opportunity and reacted: Today, large parts of the island are well developed, a true dream for racing bike fans and the proportion of women is already 35 percent. Tendency rising.
But a new trend is also vying for attention: cycling tours on e-bikes, whether in guided groups or on your own. When cycling with support, even the untrained can easily cover up to 60 daily kilometers, climb mountain passes and usually have more of an eye for the beautiful nature.
Our tip for a bike trip: A nice tour for everyone, whether with e-bike, road bike or city bike, leads from Es Capdella downhill through the "Green Valley" to Paguera. From here, the bike path "Passeig de Mallorca", which connects Paguera with Palma, shows the way to Santa Ponsa. At the characteristic windmill, the path leads back along the old road with little traffic to Calvia and Es Capdella. The beautiful round is to be driven comfortably in 4 hours with stop and break and leads over traffic-calmed roads and cycle tracks. At the only significant slope from Paguera to Costa de la Calma can be pushed depending on the condition of the wheel. This bike trip is especially recommended during the almond blossom.
Among other things, you can rent bikes here.
RUNNING IN MALLORCA
Mallorca is a running island. Locals and tourists rush along the promenades until late at night and prove their skills at numerous running events.
The best-known international running event is the Palma Marathon, which runs through the old town and along the seafront. Certainly few professionals have an eye for the yachts and monuments, but hobby runners appreciate the varied route. Marathon, half marathon and a children's race take place on two days. Numerous supporting events take place on the marathon weekend.
Our tip for running enthusiasts: The "Venice Beach of Mallorca" is probably the most popular running route on the island. From Portixol to Can Pastilla, the path runs along the seafront. Pedestrians, skaters, cyclists and runners share the path, which can be continued to Palma.
HIKING IN MALLORCA
Did you know that the Tramuntana Mountains in Mallorca has the distinction of being a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2010? And that there are 13 peaks with a height of more than 1,000 meters? The highest mountain, Puig Major, is 1,450 meters high. No wonder locals and tourists flock to the mountains. The hiking trails are mostly well signposted and offer a fantastic sea view. It doesn't always have to be a climb to the top, but an enjoyable walk with the family can also take you out into nature.
Don't forget water and sun protection!
A selection of beautiful hiking trails for every level can be found here.
CLIFF CLIMBING IN MALLORCA
Who would have thought it? Psicobloc, climbing without belaying on free rock, was born in Mallorca.
The coast is known by climbers worldwide, but the business of this sport is not very lucrative, although climbing is fashionable right now. The sport is beautiful, adrenaline kicks and best views included. Beginners can try the sport of climbing quite safely on 2 to 3 meter high rock faces, which fall straight down into the water. So does the climber, should he put a foot wrong. The risk here is so low that even children can try cliff climbing. After all, there is nothing better for the little ones than to fall into the water.
Ideal for cliff climbing is the coast in the southeast around Santanyi, but specialized outdoor agencies also offer climbing in the southwest.
CANYONING IN MALLORCA
Yes, this sport in Mallorca also exists! In winter, many canyons in the Tramuntana Mountains fill with water, making them ideal for hiking, climbing, rappelling and swimming. Den all this is canyoning, a multi-action sport.
Ideal months for canyoning in Mallorca are from October to April, when abundant rain falls. Then experienced guides lead their guests into the so-called "Torrente", torrents in the limestone that have carved deep gorges over millions of years. Popular torrente are Torrente Coanegra, Torrente Na Mora and the Torrente Sa Fosca. The latter is even one of the top 10 canyons in the world.
TENNIS IN MALLORCA
Tennis and padel are the favorite sports of the Mallorcans and one of the best players in the world calls the island his home: Rafael Nadal. The world-class player lives and trains near Manacor, where there has even been a Nadal museum for some time.
Almost every place has tennis/padel courts as well as tennis schools.
GOLF IN MALLORCA
Mallorca is a golfer's island. Everyone will find the perfect challenge on 21 first-class courses.
Details of all the golf courses on Mallorca can be found here.
