Can you cycle through the Soller tunnel?
Bear in mind that bikes are banned in the Soller tunnel so don’t try and ride through it – not that you would want to!
How long does it take to cycle around Mallorca?
You must be used to doing long rides in the countryside – 6 hours + . You should be doing regular exercise – with some serious cycle training. Your typical comfortable cycling speed will be at least 22-24 km/hr, and you should be able to cycle at high speed for up to 1 hour or 25 km.
Is Majorca good for cycling?
“Mallorca has been the Mecca for cyclists for many years now and that is basically because it offers warm and predictable weather with a vast mixture of terrain,” he says, adding “you can have a long flat day if you wanted or destroy your legs in the mountains if you’d prefer.
What category climb is SA calobra?
category 1 climb
The Sa Calobra climb or Coll dels Reis climb is one of the most ridden hills in Mallorca. There are two ways to approach it. The first is from sea level at Sa Calobra, a category 1 climb. The second is from the viaduct side which is a cat 4 climb.
Where is the best cycling in Mallorca?
Best cycling routes in Mallorca
- Andratx to Pollensa.
- Port de Soller to Sa Calobra.
- Alaro-Bunyola-Orient-Alaro.
- Palma to Arenal.
- Arenal to Llucmajor to Arenal.
- Valldemossa to Soller.
- Felanitx to Puig de San Salvador.
- Manacor to Arta.
Is Palma good for cycling?
Mallorca is well known for its great cycling accross the island and during the winter and into spring, most of the professional cycling teams use Mallorca as a training base proving that they believe Mallorca offers some of the best cycling in Europe.
How many cyclists are there in Mallorca?
Many believe the island is the mecca of European cycling and with the number of cycling tourists now exceeding 150,000 per year and some professional teams setting up training bases here in winter, there is much evidence to support this claim.
Where do cyclists stay in Mallorca?
Port Pollensa
For many, the answer to where a cyclist should stay in Mallorca is simple: Port Pollensa. Puerto Pollensa, or Port Pollensa as its often known is probably the most popular destination in Mallorca for road cyclists.
Is Alcudia good for cycling?
The town of Alcudia and its harbour (or the Port, as the residents call it), in the north of Mallorca, is one of the best areas to enjoy a holiday dedicated to cycling as there are lots of routes of varying difficulties.
How long does it take to climb Sa Calobra?
A good time for the Sa Calobra, for a decent amateur is 50 minutes. 25 minutes if your name is Ritchie Porte!
Where is Coll de Soller in Palma?
Coll de Soller rises less than 500m above sea level, but that doesn’t stop it from attracting thousands of cyclists each and every year. It is located on Ma-11A, the old road connecting Palma and the town of Soller, which is almost traffic free now since the Soller tunnel was opened in 1997.
Where to stay when cycling the Col de Sóller?
We rode the Col de Sóller from our base at Hotel Illa d’Or in Port de Pollença. It’s a lovely hotel that caters very well to both cyclists and non-cyclists. It’s more boutiquey than classic cycling hotel, and an excellent option for cyclists that don’t like traditional all-inclusive style cycling hotels. Not right for you?
Where is the Soller mountain in Spain?
It is located on Ma-11A, the old road connecting Palma and the town of Soller, which is almost traffic free now since the Soller tunnel was opened in 1997. Both climbs reaching the summit, from the south (Palma) and from the north (Soller), are quite interesting as there are over 50 hairpin bends on the road.
What are Mallorca’s best cycle climbs?
Coll de Sóller is one of Mallorca’s most famous cycle climbs. Simply put, it’s a classic. The reason for this is not impressive statistics or race history. It’s because it is a joy to ride.