WHERE TO RIDE ON MALLORCA – TO THE LIGHTHOUSE
If Sa Calobra is the king of Mallorcan roads, Cap de Formentor is the queen. Situated in the extreme north west corner and being the end part of the famous MA-10 road, some might argue that Paretti and his road engineers left the best to last.
Don’t underestimate this ride as after an initial flat on the depart from Pollença the road climbs, dips and dives its way to the lighthouse. Stop at the café lighthouse and savour the surroundings and the fortune to have a day of nothing else than pushing on the pedals under the blue Mallorcan sky. Time it perfectly in the late afternoon and see the sunset light up the rugged coast to the west.
Those wishing to add more after the peninsula can either follow the bay to Alcudia to spin out their legs or head inland to the villages of Campanet, Búger and Muro for some quiet agricultural roads.
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For many this is a relaxed ride on one of the most scenic roads, make sure you can appreciate the views with a pair of Café x Article One sunglasses.
2 - RENT AND RIDE
Travel light and book your bike. Via our partners, Bikecamp, just as in Nice, you can choose from the latest range of Cervélo bikes to provide the best equipment for exploring the Island. Tours are also available for those who prefer to concentrate on pushing on the pedals and looking at the landscapes.
3 - THE STORE
Located in Palma's Plaça del Rosari, our Mallorca store is 15 minutes’ drive from the airport and 40 minutes’ ride from the Coll de Sa Creu. In-store you’ll find the full Café du Cycliste collection, a quality coffee, a big screen to watch the races and friendly faces to recommend rides and restaurants alike.
Sunshine, solid climbs, perfectly engineered roads, the Mediterranean and a local community tuned into the needs of the visiting cyclist.
The North Coast
There may be no big names on this ride, but it’s a not-so-secret hidden gem and one of the best stretches of coast road you will ever set wheels and eyes on.
Soller & Valldemossa
Escape the city, scale the mountain, savour the scenery. Coll de Sóller delivers a strong challenge in the middle of a great loop starting and finishing in Palma.
Femenia & Sa Calobra
The jewel in the crown of Mallorcan cycling. Ride the ridgelines of the Tramuntana mountains and plunge down to the sea before tackling one of the Island’s toughest tests.
Femenia & Sa Battla
A flowing ride from Pollença that allows you to find your own rhythm despite the hilly terrain. Make sure and stop at the bike friendly café on Coll de sa Battla.
Sa Creu & Galilea
A short sharp loop from Palma city that quickly gets you onto quiet roads. A staff pick from the Palma store.
A SA CALOBRA CELEBRATION
Sa Calobra leaves a lasting memory. Celebrate your connection with the climb via the badged t-shirt and cap created in hommage to 'la cobra'.
Mallorca's most famous climb is also one of the most finely-laid ribbons of tarmac in Europe. As recognition of this, it was the first entry in our Montagnes du Monde global badge series. If you've ridden it, receive your badge reward by entering your ride details.
