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GR 221 Dry Stone Route: Son Amer to Pont Roma

A practical route for discovering Mallorca: about 40.3 km, recognisable landmarks and a landscape that changes gradually along the way.

Distance
17.4 km
Time
9 h 28 min
Elevation gain
Difficulty
Moderate
Route type
Multi-day
Category
Hiking

Route at a glance

This route links the most useful landmarks of the area - Serra de Tramuntana, Mallorca coast, stone villages - into one clear itinerary. The length is about 40.3 km, with a loop layout and terrain that should be matched to the season. The route is best approached at a steady pace, with time kept for stops, navigation checks and rough or wet sections.

Route suitability

Without a car Hard
With children With caution
With a dog With caution
By bike No
With a stroller No
Signal Patchy

Information status

Page status Проверенный маршрут
When checked Not specified
How it was checked По данным трека
Editorial review Reviewed by editors

Getting there

Without a car
Use buses from Palma to Tramuntana villages or coastal towns, then start from the village centre or trail sign.
By car
Drive to the village, pass road or official parking near the trail.
Parking
Use municipal parking, viewpoint parking or signed trailhead spaces. Do not block narrow village streets.

What to expect

Son Amer to Pont Roma
Serra de Tramuntana
Mallorca coast
stone villages
coastal paths

Difficult sections and safety

Sun, open slopes and slippery stone after rain are the main things to watch. Start early in hot weather and carry more water than usual.

How much time to allow

Long day route 6-9 h
With transport and breaks plan the whole day

Best time to go

Spring and autumn are usually the most comfortable seasons around Serra de Tramuntana
In summer, start early and carry extra water
After heavy rain, stone and clay sections can be slippery

What to bring

comfortable broken-in shoes
water and snacks
windbreaker or rain jacket
charged phone
offline map
small first-aid kit
sun protection
extra water

Elevation profile

Surface

Dirt 51% · Gravel 31% · Asphalt 11%

The surface section length differs from the total route distance: 22.3 km versus 17.4 km.

Dirt 51% · 11.3 km
Gravel 31% · 6.94 km
Asphalt 11% · 2.35 km
Paving stones 4% · 0.89 km
Compacted dirt 2% · 0.54 km
Dirt / grass 1% · 0.23 km
Artificial surface 1% · 0.07 km

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Use buses from Palma to Tramuntana villages or coastal towns, then start from the village centre or trail sign

Is this route suitable for children?

Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.

Can I download GPX and KML?

Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 17.4 km, moderate.

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