Mallorca is one of the most popular sun destinations in Europe. The white sandy beaches with overhanging palm trees, immense limestone rocks and crystal clear sea attract many sun worshipers every year. But a holiday in Mallorca has more to offer than sun, sea and sand; such as beautiful sights and great motorcycling on the many kilometers of beautifully landscaped roads! Moreover, it is only a 2.5 hour flight and there is no time difference!

The route departs in a westerly direction and within 7 kilometers the first col rolls under the wheels. It may not feel like a col, but still, it's on the map! It is the first, many more will follow.
Arriving in Andratx you pass the Castell de Son Mas. This castle, located on top of a hill, dominates the valley of the town of Andratx. After the Conquest, this estate was created from the amalgamation of the Muslim hamlets of Buendar and Cornador (Mount Cornador). It faces Mount Cornador to the north, the hamlet of Libio (Son Luís and Sa Juvera) to the east, Sa Coma Calenta to the south and the town of Andratx to the west. Currently, the castle serves as the town hall of Andratx.

The route continues as you get closer and closer to the coast. Along the way you pass a number of viewpoints where you actually have to stop to enjoy the surroundings.
After more than 55 kilometers, you have already 'conquered' 6 cols, you will see a tower looming on the left side of the road, the Torre des Verger. This is an old watchtower in the municipality of Banyalbufar in Mallorca. The tower is located on the northwest coast of the Spanish island of Mallorca. Torre des Verger is located on a high promontory of the Serra de Tramuntana, which at this point descends steeply to the Mediterranean. It is about 50 meters from the MA-10 road that connects Banyalbufar and Estellencs.
Torre des Verger was built in 1579 as a watchtower to guard and defend this stretch of coast against pirate attacks. Today it serves as a watchtower. It is accessed by a path and climbed by an internal staircase. From his platform he gives an overview of the coastline. Torre des Verger is about eight meters high, has a diameter of about four meters and is built from the yellow limestone that occurs on its site. Above the entrance of the tower is a bay, over which the entrance could be defended. The tower has an open platform that is accessed through a hatch. Its elevated position makes it an outstanding point, which today offers breathtaking photo opportunities for the many tourists who visit it every year.

The route continues towards Banyalbufar, after this place you drive over the next three cols in this route before you get the Monestir de Miramar in sight. This is one of the oldest 'possessions' in Mallorca: it was commissioned by Ramón Llull and founded in 1276 as a monastery and oriental language school. It was occupied by various religious orders (Cistercians, Dominicans, Hieronymites, hermits).
The Miramar is flanked by the estates of s'Estaca and Son Marroig, on the border of the municipality of Valldemossa. It was built in 1276 on the initiative of Ramón Llull, who founded a missionary school dedicated to the study of theology and Arabic, and was governed by the Order of the Friars Minor. Before that, King Jaime II had received the property from the Cistercians, who had owned it since it was given to them by Count Nuño Sanz.

After the Miramar you set course towards the destination of this route, Sóller. Located in the heart of the 'valley of oranges' or 'valley of gold' as it is sometimes called, the authentic town of Sóller has much to offer visitors and residents alike. Find out everything you need to know about spending time in this modernist city. The town of Sóller in northwestern Majorca grew prosperous thanks to the valley's abundant citrus groves. In the 19th century, when the area was isolated from the rest of Majorca by mountains, the oranges were shipped to France from the nearby western coast of Port de Sóller. Many locals went to work in France and returned - making their fortunes - to build some of the handsome modernist properties that grace this city today.
In Sóller you can enjoy the sun on one of the beautiful terraces on the square near the church. Here you can enjoy a sandwich or fresh tapas while people stroll by. With the nice cafes, restaurants, various tapas bars, and pastry shops, there are few reasons to drive further. The old town is typically Mediterranean, with narrow alleyways. Don't expect too many jewelry boutiques in the streets around the center because the buildings mostly have a residential destination. The main square has plenty of cafes and the area comes alive on Saturdays when the local market takes place. Sóller grew rich from the abundance of oranges and the results can be seen in the extravagant modernist architecture of the village. Dominating the town square, the impressive Church of Bartomeu was built in the 13th century.

After visiting Sóller you head south. Shortly after Soller you have the choice to drive through the tunnel, but just before this now toll-free tunnel you turn left to conquer the col de Soller. With its almost 500m altitude and more than 20 hairpin bends you can enjoy yourself on this col. Please note, the bends are sometimes quite tight!
In the last part of the route you drive towards Palma, where you will encounter the last four cols. Just before Palma you turn towards Portals Nous where this beautiful route ends.

Have fun driving this route!