5 Mallorcan Towns to Visit by Bike
Mallorca has beautiful towns that are well worth exploring; in this article, we’ve selected a few that we think are great for a bike tour. The road, the scenery, and the route itself are all part of the experience: a climb through the mountains, a path through the countryside, or arriving in a historic town center can become the highlights of your trip.
Since each location calls for a different type of bike, we’ll recommend the best option for you. A route through the Serra de Tramuntana might require a road bike, while a more leisurely day—with stops and sightseeing—is best enjoyed on an e-bike.
Here are five Mallorcan towns that let you discover different sides of the island on two wheels.
1. Pollença: road to Formentor
Pollença is one of the major hubs for cycling in Mallorca. Its location, nestled between the Serra de Tramuntana and the island’s northern coast—between the sea and the mountains—allows for a wide variety of routes, though one has become a true classic: Formentor.
A road bike is the natural choice for those who want to tackle the ride to the Formentor lighthouse. From Pollença, the route passes through Port de Pollença and begins to climb along one of the island’s most recognizable roads.
The route combines curves, climbs, and sweeping views of the Mediterranean, with Cap de Formentor serving as the journey’s main landmark.
But Pollença offers much more than just this road. Its historic center, the Calvari, the trails leading inland, and the connections to other parts of the Tramuntana Mountains allow you to extend your day and design routes suited to different skill levels.
For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, an e-bike allows you to combine cycling with a visit to Pollença, a meal, or an experience tied to the local area.
2. Escorca: Sa Calobra—A Major Challenge
To speak of Escorca is to speak of one of the most iconic cycling settings in Mallorca. This municipality is home to Sa Calobra, one of the best-known climbs in the Serra de Tramuntana.
This is where road biking really comes into its own. The climb from Coll dels Reis to Sa Calobra is one of those routes that are part of Mallorca’s cycling heritage: sharp turns, demanding gradients, and an ever-changing mountain landscape.
The road winds through the mountains until it reaches sea level, where the small village of Sa Calobra awaits.
It’s a route to enjoy at a leisurely pace, but also for those seeking a athletic challenge. The combination of elevation gain, scenery, and road conditions makes this one of the experiences that best represents road cycling on the island.
Escorca also allows you to link this route with other mountain passes and roads in the Tramuntana, making the area the perfect setting for a full day of cycling.
3. Bunyola: the Road to Orient
At the foothills of the Serra de Tramuntana, Bunyola offers one of the most interesting connections between the interior of Mallorca and the mountains. From here, the road leads to Orient, a small village nestled in one of the island’s most unique valleys. This charming, traditional village of stone houses can also be reached from Alaró.
The road is the best companion for this route. The journey to Orient combines curves, elevation changes, and a landscape dominated by forests, mountains, and ancient terraced fields. Upon arrival, you can take a break, stroll through its streets, and enjoy the surroundings before continuing on your way.
From Bunyola, you can also plan more challenging routes to other parts of the Tramuntana Mountains, making this an especially interesting area for those who want to spend a full day cycling.
The route to Orient also offers a different perspective on Mallorca: less tied to the coast, wilder, and closer to the inland mountain landscape.
4. Alcúdia: bikes, History, and the Sea
Alcúdia offers a different experience. Here, cycling doesn’t have to involve major mountain passes or long distances. It can simply be the best way to get around some of the town’s most interesting spots.
An e-bike lets you explore Alcúdia in comfort and combine different activities throughout the day. The historic center, surrounded by its ancient walls, is one of the municipality’s major attractions, but the experience can continue on to Port d’Alcúdia. Or you can even go as far as Can Picafort to visit the Son Real public estate, with its old houses and necropolis.
This area is particularly well-suited for those who want cycling to be part of a more extensive day, with time to stop, visit, eat, or take in the scenery. The e-bike also makes it easier to adapt the route to each person’s pace and ensures that elevation changes or distance don’t limit the experience.
In Alcúdia, cycling can be both a form of exercise and a comfortable, sustainable way to connect different places without having to constantly rely on a car.
5. Algaida: from Randa to the Santuario de Cura
Moving away from the Tramuntana Mountains, we discover a different side of Mallorca. Algaida is located in the center of the island, surrounded by farmland and trails that lead to some of the most interesting places in this area.
Among them, Randa stands out—this is where the climb to the Sanctuary of Cura begins, situated atop Puig de Randa.
The choice will depend on the type of experience you’re looking for. For those who enjoy road cycling and want to tackle the climb as part of a challenging route, a road bike is an excellent option. For those who prefer a more relaxed day, an e-bike makes it easier to climb to Cura, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the scenery and the views from the mountain.
Puig de Randa offers one of those panoramic views that help you understand Mallorca’s geography: from the top, the landscape opens up to reveal much of the island’s center.
In addition, the Algaida area allows you to combine cycling with an introduction to Mallorca’s agricultural side and some of its local producers—a particularly interesting aspect for those seeking to discover the island beyond its most famous sites.
Five towns, five ways to experience Mallorca by bike
Pollença, Escorca, Bunyola, Alcúdia, and Algaida offer five very different ways to explore Mallorca on two wheels.
From a sporty day trip to Formentor or Sa Calobra to a more leisurely ride through Alcúdia or the island’s interior, choosing the right bike allows you to tailor the experience to the route and, above all, to the type of trip you want to take.
Because in Mallorca, the destination is only part of the journey. Often, what stays with you is what happens between one point and the next: a mountain road, a small town, a pause to take in the scenery, or a path leading to a place not originally on the itinerary.
At Wheels Sport, we believe that cycling is precisely one of the best ways to experience Mallorca.