Wo beginnt die Wanderung zum Castell?

Ihr habt zwei Möglichkeiten: für die längere Strecke parkt ihr unten am Fuß des Weges (39.714299, 2.800935) und geht die gesamten Serpentinen zu Fuß. Für die kürzere Runde müsst ihr die Serpentinen (Achtung eng!) mit dem Auto fahren und könnt oben am Restaurant parken (39.729289, 2.788621).

Wie schwer ist die Tour auf den Alaró?

Vorausgesetzt, die Ausdauer für die Länge der Strecke ist gegeben, ist die Runde recht einfach zu gehen. Vom Charakter erinnert sie an die Strecke auf den Puig de Maria: erst asphaltierte Serpentinen und dann in Stein gehauene Stufen. Für Kinderwägen allerdings nicht geeignet, für Kinder aber sicherlich.

Wie lange dauert die Wanderung auf den Alaró?

Von unten solltet ihr mit rund 4 Stunden rechnen – Pausen und Fotogelegenheiten sind da noch nicht mitgerechnet. Die obere Runde sollte etwa knapp 2 Stunden dauern.

Kann man sich unterwegs verlaufen?

Kaum, da man überwiegend einem Weg folgt, der dazu noch hier und da ausgeschildert ist. Dennoch macht es natürlich Sinn, unsere Karten zu verwenden und sich zu tracken!

Ist der Zugang beschränkt?

Hier und da gehen private Wege von der Route ab, der Wanderweg selbst ist aber frei und kostenlos zugänglich.

Gibt es unterwegs Wasser oder Einkehrmöglichkeiten?

Ja! Am Restaurant Es Verger auf halber Höhe und auch in der Hosteria auf dem Gipfel. Allerdings gilt das nicht ganzjährig, es macht also Sinn, sich vorher auf den Webseiten zu informieren.

Was sind die Highlights der Runde?

Highlights wäre ein großes Wort – aber dafür, dass die Runde nicht gerade eine Abenteuerrunde ist, bietet sie durchaus einiges an. Dazu zählt natürlich die Ruine des Castells, aber auch der Blick Richtung Palma und auf die höchsten Gipfel des Tramuntanas.

Was ist aus unserer Sicht noch zu beachten?

Das wichtigste ist wohl dass man sich mit dem Auto nicht vertun darf: Die Serpentinen sind zwar gut asphaltiert, aber sehr eng. Wer nicht gut rangieren kann oder Mühe hat, rückwärts zu fahren, sollte sein Auto am besten unten stehen lassen!

Where does the hike to the castle start?

You have two options: for the longer route, park down at the foot of the path (39.714299, 2.800935) and walk the entire set of switchbacks. For the shorter loop, you need to drive up the switchbacks (caution: narrow) and can park up by the restaurant (39.729289, 2.788621).

How difficult is the hike to Alaró?

Assuming you have the endurance for the length of the route, the loop is quite easy to walk. In terms of character, it is reminiscent of the hike to Puig de Maria: first paved switchbacks and then steps cut into the rock. It is not suitable for strollers, but fine for children.

How long does the hike to Alaró take?

Starting from the lower parking area, you should plan around 4 hours—breaks and photo stops are not included in that. The upper loop should take just under 2 hours.

Is access restricted?

Here and there, private paths branch off from the route, but the hiking trail itself is freely and publicly accessible.

Is there water or are there places to stop for food along the way?

Yes. At the restaurant Es Verger halfway up, and also at the hostelry at the summit. However, this is not available year-round, so it makes sense to check the websites in advance.

What are the highlights of the loop?

“Highlights” is a big word—but for a loop that is not exactly an adventure hike, it does offer quite a lot. This includes, of course, the castle ruins, but also the view towards Palma and of the highest peaks of the Tramuntana.

Fumat Hike

ROUTE OVERVIEW PUIG D’ES FUMAT

ca. 5 km
ca. 250 hm
2,5 hours
moderate
shady/sunny

This hike takes you to Puig d’es Fumat on the Formentor peninsula — short, scenic, and ideal if you want great coastal and bay views without a lot of extra fuss. Here you’ll find the route, an interactive map and GPX track, plus our honest assessment of effort and navigation. Especially around Cala en Gossalba, it helps to keep a close eye on the line — with the map in your browser and the GPX as a backup, you’ll stay relaxed and self-reliant on the trail.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FUMAT HIKE

The views over the Formentor peninsula and its bays are stunning!

WHAT TO KEEP IN MIND

Not much — it’s a fairly quiet loop and we hardly met anyone. Around Cala en Gossalba, however, you’ll want to pay attention so you don’t lose the path.

STARTING POINT

At the Mirador al Far de Formentor parking area ( 39.954197, 3.189597). The parking lot is very small!

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Then take a look at our overview of all hikes on Mallorca! This route is part of our hikes in the Tramuntana m ountains.

This route was also featured in our Best of Mallorca guide to Tramuntana hikes.

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FUMAT HIKE - SHORT ROUTE GUIDE

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At the starting point, go through the gap in the guardrail and follow the path downhill along the dry riverbed.

02.

Follow the path to the bay, then keep to the right above the bay. The trail runs a few meters above the water — do not descend all the way down to the shoreline.

03.

Looking back at the bay - Shortly afterwards, turn right again, scramble over a few rocks, and enter a dry riverbed that leads away from the bay and uphill towards Fumat.

04.

Stay on this path with Fumat in front of you. Soon you’ll see the old military road, zig-zagging up the slopes both left and right of Fumat.

05.

On the military road, turn right and follow a few short switchbacks.

06.

You’re now at a large stone cairn. Instead of continuing right on the military road, go straight ahead and climb up to the summit of Fumat.

07.

View towards Cap Formentor - On the ascent, turn around once — in the distance you can see the Cap Formentor lighthouse.

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After the summit, return the same way to the large cairn, then continue on the old military road as it descends in switchbacks above the main road.

09.

At the toppled “Milestone 3”, step onto the main road and follow it briefly to the right until you’re back at the parking area.

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View of the parking area

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE FUMAT HIKE

WHERE DOES THE FUMAT HIKE START?

At the Mirador al Far de Formentor parking area ( 39.954197, 3.189597). The parking lot is very small!

HOW DIFFICULT IS THE FUMAT HIKE?

The hike is moderate. There are a few unmarked sections and a short, steep climb up to the summit. Sure-footedness is required, especially around Cala en Gossalba.

HOW LONG DOES THE FUMAT HIKE TAKE?

The pure hiking time is about 2.5 hours. Including breaks and photos, plan for 3–4 hours in total.

CAN YOU GET LOST ON THE WAY?

The route isn’t marked the whole way. Thanks to the interactive 2D map with live location and the photo-based route description, it’s still very manageable.

DO I NEED A SPECIAL APP FOR NAVIGATION?

No! Like all our routes, you can open it directly in your browser with GPS location — no app and no account needed. Just make sure you have enough battery life or bring a power bank for your phone.

WHAT ARE THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS ROUTE?

The views over the Formentor peninsula and its bays are stunning!

ANYTHING ELSE TO KEEP IN MIND?

Not much — it’s a fairly quiet loop and we hardly met anyone. Around Cala en Gossalba, however, you’ll want to pay attention so you don’t lose the path.

WEATHER ON THE FUMAT HIKE

We provide a 24-hour forecast for planning your Fumat hike — including temperature, rain, sunshine, cloud cover, plus wind speed and wind direction, for both the start point and the destination.

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