Sa Calobra - MALLORCA TRAIL GUIDE

Sa Calobra

The longest and hardest trail in theory, but worth every drop of sweat and toil. Sa Calobra is a name most people who know of the island will have heard. Known as one of the most epic climbs, designed for cyclists (and car adverts), we had no other choice but to offer you a trail running alternative.

Our best tip here is to leave early, as the canyon of Torrent de Pareis where Sa Calobra resides won’t offer you much shade once the sun is up. You will also need to park your car if driving here, and places are limited.

Starting point is Escorca. If you do the whole tour, it’s a 27km long run, with very technical terrain, so make sure to bring enough water and solids. There are two ‘extras’ in the route: climbing up to Puig Major. If you skip these (it’s the same way back), it’s a 20k run with just under 1000m uphill.

The route starts hard, running through Torrent de Pareis where you’ll see Sa Calobra, Puig Major, Escorca, and Torre de sa Mola. There are thankfully some stops to refuel, so make this one a day out on the trails and don’t lose yourself in taking pictures. Use the Komoot route for easy navigation.

CAFÉ TO CASTLE

For those who are staying close or central to the island’s capital, we’ve created a fun loop starting at our store in Plaça del Rosari.

MONASTERY LLUC

Created for those who are willing to spend some time up in the forest and mountains, it follows a section of the GR221 trail.

CAP FORMENTOR

A route with three variants that takes you north all the way up to Cap Formentor for a sublime view.

SÓLLER

A trail run of 11km with gorgeous changes of scenery and terrain with trails that lead from the beach to Sóller.

ON THE BEACH

If you’re not looking for a brutal mountain run, take in the beautiful tranquil beach, Colonia de Saint Jordi, a protected nature reserve.