Driving in Majorca: Best Scenic Drives

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Do you love to drive on winding coastal roads and through the mountains? Not afraid of hairpin turns or jaw-dropping views? You will love driving in Majorca with all of her amazingly scenic drives. When driving in Majorca, you will come across ancient towns, hidden beaches, mountain roads, vineyards, orange groves, a lighthouse, and more. Free to stop and drive as you like, renting a car is definitely the best way of exploring the island. At the end of the day, you can come right home to your private villa and chill in the pool. This blog is all about driving in Majorca and these are some of the best scenic drives on the island:

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Pollensa to Cap Formentera

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This drive takes you to explore the northeast of Majorca and you are in for some dramatic sceneries, indeed! Pollensa is a very charming and beautiful old town where you will love to stroll around on the narrow streets and climb the 365-step staircase up the hill to see an 18th-century church. Nearby awaits the lively port which is also worth visiting but you are here because you want to drive right so… from Pollensa, you head towards the MA2210 to get to the famous Formentera Peninsula on the northern tip of Majorca Island. On the way, do stop at Mirador del Mal Pas viewpoint for some amazing photos of your trip. The way to Cap Formentera is a long winding road full of cyclists and striking views. Go see the famous lighthouse and then, make your way to Alcudia – a Medieval walled city that is supposedly the oldest in the Balaeric Islands.

Valldemossa to Soller

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This scenic drive takes you straight to the impressive Tramuntana Mountain Range. Valldemossa has one of the prettiest old towns on the island and that’s your starting point for today. The drive leads you higher up into the mountains on the island’s northwest coastline, twisting and turning here and there until you reach the picturesque village of Deia – a refuge for artists, writers, and musicians. If you feel like swimming you can head down to Cala Deia for a dive into the ocean. From there, you can drive to the historic town of Soller and also see the lively port. Around this prosperous town, there are many orange and lemon groves to see.

Sa Calobra West Coast drive

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Sa Calobra is a stunning cove located in the Tramuntana Mountain Range. It’s been declared a national monument since the year 2003. You can start from Soller, heading towards the MA-10, and drive to the pretty Medieval town of Fornalutx. Head back to the big road and continue your journey towards Sa Calobra. On the way, you must stop at the Cuber and Gorg Blau Reservoirs. It is located in between the slopes of Puig Major, the highest peak on the island. From the bay of Sa Calobra, it’s a steep winding way up to Sa Calorbra. You will be driving on the famous MA2141 road which was man-made in 1932 by the Italian engineer Antonio Parietti. The views are stunning all around! Do be extra careful as there are a lot of cyclists!