Hiking Mallorca

For most hikes, Google Maps isn’t enough. That’s why this page offers GPX files and maps designed specifically for hiking in Mallorca.

No—there are no dangerous wild animals on Mallorca. Wearing long pants will protect you on thorny stretches or in tall grass.

Each tour is described in detail, including duration, elevation gain, and difficulty rating—so you can make your choice with complete confidence.

That’s a valid question, but a difficult one to answer. Our tours marked as “easy” should be perfectly suitable for healthy people in average physical condition. It’s harder to assess the difficulty of the moderate and difficult tours. If you’re inexperienced, we recommend taking a conservative approach and starting with the easy tours.

Furthermore, very few tours follow paved paths the entire way. Especially in the Tramuntana, there are many sections with rocky terrain featuring uneven surfaces, crevices, and sharp edges. Therefore, sure-footedness and sturdy footwear are essential!

A big one!

In Mallorca, it can get very hot in the mountains during the summer. Sunny hikes in particular can be quite demanding at this time of year. Water sources are extremely rare, so you’ll need to plan your water supply generously!

At the same time, in winter at high altitudes—without sun and with strong winds—it can get bitterly cold, especially on exposed summit hikes. This also makes the hike more challenging and requires warm clothing. You can expect the temperature to drop by about 1 degree for every 100 meters of elevation gain.

As is common in the mountains, peaks can be shrouded in clouds. Fog, which severely limits visibility, is also more frequent in the Tramuntana. With our tracks, navigation is still possible—but under such conditions, even greater caution is advised on unpaved trails!

You should definitely make sure to carry enough water with you, as there are rarely opportunities to refill your water supply. Jörn does this by carrying a few large refillable bottles in his backpack. Alternatively, you can, of course, use a hydration pack. Don’t underestimate how much water you’ll need. It might be a good idea to bring salt tablets to replenish lost minerals.

When it comes to hiking boots, we make no compromises: No matter how easy the hike is, we wear well-broken-in ankle-high hiking boots. On high peaks, this is an absolute must, as the rock surfaces are rugged and uneven, and you need both a non-slip tread and protection against twisting your ankle!

When it comes to clothing, of course, much is a matter of personal preference. Jörn generally hikes in shorts, but in winter he wears windproof outerwear. Outerwear should definitely be worn in layers, as it’s usually warmer and more sheltered from the wind at the start of the hike than at the summit. Never underestimate the temperature difference between the valley and the mountain; especially in winter, the differences can be considerable in windy weather.

We never use trekking poles, though they might certainly be helpful on higher peaks. We just end up crawling on all fours.