Sredizemnomorskii vykhod k bukhtam: Esglesietes de Ponent

Route at a glance

The opening section includes Esglesietes de Ponent. Woodland and local roads alternate with bays, beaches and open coastal views. Later, the main places are Serra de Tramuntana. There are several suitable points to pause and look around.

Route suitability

Without a car Hard

With children No

With a dog With caution

By bike Partially

With a stroller No

Signal Patchy

Getting there

Without a car

Reach Palma de Mallorca by the main available train or bus connection, then continue to the start of “Mediterranean Hike to the Coves: Esglesietes de Ponent” by local bus, shuttle, taxi or on foot as appropriate. Check seasonal timetables before travelling.

By car

Drive via the Ma-10 through Serra de Tramuntana toward the start of “Mediterranean Hike to the Coves: Esglesietes de Ponent”. Continue only on roads open to private vehicles and complete restricted or rough sections on foot or by an authorised transfer.

Parking

Use an official car park at a municipal village or GR 221 refuge car park. Keep access roads, barriers and emergency routes clear.

What to expect

Esglesietes de Ponent

Serra de Tramuntana

GR 221

Difficult sections and safety

The distance should be split into stages, with overnight options, water sources and exit points checked in advance. Expect strong wind on exposed sections and keep away from unprotected edges.

How much time to allow

Расчётное время маршрута 10 h 34 min

Расчёт учитывает дистанцию и набор высоты. Добавьте запас на отдых, погоду и навигацию.

Best time to go

Spring, early summer and autumn are usually the most comfortable seasons

During hot months start early and carry a planned water reserve

Rocks and unpaved slopes may become slippery after rain

What to bring

shoes with grippy soles

water and food

a charged phone with an offline map

a small first-aid kit

windproof and waterproof layers

extra food and a power bank

overnight equipment appropriate for the itinerary