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.

Massanella hike

ROUTE OVERVIEW SOUTH SLOPE OF Puig de Massanella

ca. 11,5 km
ca. 800 hm
3-4 hours
difficult
mostly sunny

This hike takes you via the south slope to Puig de Massanella — the highest accessible summit on Mallorca. Here you will find the route, map and GPX track, plus our honest assessment of the difficulty, orientation and highlights.

Highlights of the Massanella hike via the south slope

Massanella is one of the highest accessible summits in the Tramuntana and therefore guarantees the best imaginable view. Another highlight is the ascent and descent via the rocky flanks of the summit.

What to keep in mind

At the Finca Comafreda, a toll fee of 6€ per person is charged for most of the year. So it is best to have some cash with you.

Attention! On the summit there are unsecured, shaft-like holes several metres deep with several square metres of surface area. These are remains of the snow houses formerly used there. Caution is required so as not to fall in.

Starting point

At Col de la Batalla, opposite the petrol station ( 39.812426, 2.889486).

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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. Also, the Massanella belongs to the highest summits of the Tramuntana.

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

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ROUTE OVERVIEW north slope SLOPE OF Puig de Massanella (via Galileu)

ca. 11,6 km
ca. 860 hm
3-4 hours
difficult
mostly sunny

The north-slope route via Puig de Galileu is a varied tour, steep in places, up to Puig de Massanella. Here you get map & GPX, tour data and an honest assessment — including a note on orientation, because the turn-off to Galileu at Col de la Batalla is easy to miss.

Highlights of the Massanella hike via the North slope

The route via Puig de Galileu is a real highlight for Jörn and is one of his favourite tours! Besides the view from Puig de Massanella, here you first get a rugged ascent to Galileu with a view over the rocky edge towards Kloster Lluc. In addition, the valley between Massanella and Galileu is wonderfully quiet, and it is followed by a steep ascent to Puig de Massanella with beautiful scrambling sections.

What to keep in mind

Access to Galileu from Col de la Batalla is not signposted. From the car park you have to go about 100 m in the north direction (towards Kloster Lluc) and then turn left into the forest. You will soon see the first stone cairns there.

The ascent to Massanella is quite steep, but well marked by stone cairns.

This tour also leads through the Finca Comafreda, where a toll fee of 6€ per person is charged.

Starting point

At Col de la Batalla, opposite the petrol station ( 39.812426, 2.889486).

WANT MORE HIKES LIKE THIS?

Then take a look at our overview of all hikes on Mallorca! This route is part of our hikes in the Tramuntana mountains. Also, the Massanella belongs to the highest summits of the Tramuntana.

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

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: Massanella 01

: Massanella 02

: Massanella – Blick auf den Puig Major

: Massanella Gipfel

: Massanella 03

: Massanella – Blick auf Kloster Lluc

: Massanella 04

: Massanella – Kassenhaus

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE Massanella hikes

WHERE DOES THE HIKE TO MASSANELLA START?

At Col de la Batalla, opposite the petrol station ( 39.812426, 2.889486).

HOW DIFFICULT IS THE TOUR TO MASSANELLA?

The tour is definitely one of the more difficult ones, whereby the tour via the north slope is somewhat more difficult than the one via the south slope. This is due not only to the rocky ascents, but also to the fairly steep climbs in some sections. Above the tree line, there is also no more shade and you are exposed to the wind.

HOW LONG DOES THE HIKE TO MASSANELLA TAKE?

The pure walking time is about 3–4 hours. For breaks and photos, you should allow at least one more hour.

CAN YOU GET LOST ON THE WAY?

The route is not marked continuously. Thanks to the interactive 2D map with live location and illustrated route description, it is still quite manageable.

DO I NEED A SPECIAL APP FOR NAVIGATION?

No! Like all our routes, you can access the route directly in the browser with GPS location — without an app or registration. Just make sure you bring enough battery life or take a power bank for your smartphone with you.

ARE THERE ANY PLACES TO STOP FOR FOOD OR DRINKS ON THE ROUTE?

No, the tours are completely self-supplied. Only at the start/finish point you can, if necessary, still stock up on the essentials at the petrol station at Col de la Batalla.

IS THE ROUTE SUITABLE FOR FAMILIES?

You should not do the route with small children because of the difficulty level. For older children with hiking experience and stamina, it may also be suitable.

WHAT ARE THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR?

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE TO KEEP IN MIND FROM OUR PERSPECTIVE?

At the Finca Comafreda, a toll fee of 6€ per person is charged for most of the year. So it is best to have some cash with you. Attention! On the summit there are unsecured, shaft-like holes several metres deep with several square metres of surface area. These are remains of the snow houses formerly used there. Caution is required so as not to fall in.

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