GR221 SOLLER – CALA RATJADA

The GR221, also known as the “Ruta de Pedra en Sec” (Dry Stone Route), is a spectacular long-distance hiking trail that winds through the breathtaking mountain scenery of the Serra de Tramuntana in Mallorca. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011, the trail stretches for approximately 140 kilometers from Port d’Andratx in the southwest to Pollença in the northwest of the island, passing steep cliffs, verdant valleys, fragrant pine forests, and ancient olive groves. The GR221 largely follows old, sometimes recently restored, dry stone walls and shepherds’ paths that have connected the region’s villages for centuries. Some sections lead along former charcoal burners’ trails and old mule tracks to remote farms or watchtowers. Mallorcans are particularly proud of the black vulture (Voltor Negre) and the midwife toad (Ferreret), which are among the native inhabitants of the Balearic Islands. When you hike in Mallorca, you’ll experience the traditional way of life of the islanders as it was hundreds of years ago. You’ll not only enjoy nature but also discover traces of Mallorcan history and culture. This unique combination of nature, culture, and history makes the hiking trail one of the most beautiful in Europe.

The GR222 is another long-distance hiking trail on Mallorca that intersects the GR221 at the Lluc Sanctuary. It connects the coastal region around Artà in the northeast of the island with the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range.

Combining both routes offers exciting possibilities: While the GR221 explores the spectacular mountain scenery of the Tramuntana, the GR222 leads through unspoiled landscapes and traditional villages. This allows you to combine both trails into a unique hiking trip.

You can experience the entire route from Andratx to Cala Ratjada in 2 weeks or divide it into two sections: 7 days and 9 days. This way, you can discover the island according to your own preferences.

This program starts in Sóller, the capital of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains, and takes you to the northeasternmost point of Mallorca – Cala Ratjada. It thus covers the northern part of the grand island crossing. A highlight is the section on the GR222 long-distance hiking trail, which begins at the famous Lluc Monastery and leads through the charming villages of Caimari, Selva, and Sineu, across the Llevant Natural Park, to Artà. For the passage through Mallorca’s vast plains, you’ll use old summer cattle tracks, which you’ll explore by bicycle on a special stage. You can choose between a trekking bike, a road bike, or an e-bike.