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Cloaked in evergreen forests and early morning mists, the winding coastal road cuts through the breathtaking mountain range offering vertiginous sea views whilst introducing you to countless charming villages and pretty pebble coves.
Without a doubt the most dramatically stunning area of the island. The mountain range stretches along the northern coast of mallorca where sheer cliffs and sloped terraces of olive woodlands drop into crystaline waters. The area is sprinkled with picturesque mountain villages . The tapestry of stone houses and pleasant narrow streets are great to explore and soak up the mediterranean atmosphere. In spring the area smells wonderful too as the numerous fruit orchards and orange groves are in full blossom. There are few sandy beaches in this area, instead there are pretty shingle coves and tiny fishing harbours giving way to a deep blue sea. Nature is at its wildest in Tramuntana and if you're not actually staying in this area it's well worth a visit.
 
 
places of interest

 

The main ports of call are Valldemossa, with its historical association to Chopin and the writer George Sands, Deiá a beautiful bohemian mountain village and Soller with its pretty harbour - the end of the line for the antique train that chugs daily through the mountains from Palma. At the other end is the town of Pollenca with its sweeping bay and in between take your pick of the numerous villages each appearing prettier than the last.

 




Hiking:
One of the major activites of the Tramuntana mountain range, there are numerous routes spread throughout the region of varying distances and skill levels. Do not venture into the mountains without having planned ahead - there are plenty of books available, or stop at the visitor centre in Lluc, a popular starting point for many of the walks, where there are leaflets and maps indicating a few of the more popular routes.


Sa Calobra:
One of the most spectacular natural formations on the island. Here you find 3-400 metre vertical rock formations, a small beach and crystal clear waters. It's possible to visit by boat -the aternative is to take on the hairpin bends that lead down to the coast.
Sa Dragonera: A small island off the north west coast the national park consists of the Dragonera island and the islets Es Pantaleu and Na Mitjana. You can visit by catching a boat trip from Sant Elm.
Castle of Alaró: This ancient fortification dates back to the Moors. It offers stunning views over Mallorca as far as the bays of both Palma and Alcudia and the Tramuntana mountain range.

 

Roman town of Pollenca: This pretty market garden town in the shadow of the Tramuntana mountain range has been declared of National Cultural Interest, along with the town of Alcudia. Climb the tree-lined stone steps of Calvary Hill to visit the18th century chapel offering amazing views of the bay and surrounding areas.
Son Marroig: Situated in the municipality of Deià, Son Marroig was the Archduke Luís Salvador of Austrias principal residence and is now home to the Archdukes museum. Along with the Miramar Monastery - another of the Archdukes properties and the Cartoixa de Valldemossa, are the most culturally interesting visits in the Tramuntana mountain range.
Sanctuary of LLuc: Steeped in history and legend as far back as the 8th century when a shepherd boy saw visions and a carved image of the virgin, Lluc has been the religious centre of the island. The present monastery dates from the XVII century, with the sanctuary still being very much alive today.
Fornalutx: There are numerous picturesque villages throughout the Tramuntana mountain range although Fornalutx takes some beating. Climb stone steps along cobbled streets opening onto leafy squares glimpsing at fabulous traditional patios. Enough to melt the hardest of hearts.
Costa Nord: Situated in an old residential building in Valldemossa, Costa Nord is a centre of cultural invigoration contributing to the promotion of the local landscape, flora and traditions and their preservation for future generations to enjoy.
Fonts Ufanes Campanet:
The most extraordinary hydrogeological phenomena on Mallorca. This is a spring that appears intermittently, produced by the flooding and accumulation of enough rainfall in the Puig Tomir area - check if its running before you visit!

 
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Best Beaches

You will find sandy beaches on the western tip of mallorca and the Port of Soller but really Tramuntana is about shingle coves and towering cliffs.
Cala Tuent
Cala Es Canyaret
Cala Estellencs
Port de Valldemossa (not really a beach but a tiny fishing village, well worth the visit although the road down to the coast is a bit scarey!)
  Markets

Alaró: Friday afternoon
Andratx: Wednesday morning
Binissalem: Friday morning
Bunyola: Saturday morning
Calvía: Monday morning
Campanet: Tuesday morning
Pto Pollenca: Wednesday morning
Pollenca: Sunday morning
Sta. Maria : Sunday morning
Selva: Wednesday morning
Soller: Saturday morning
Valldemossa: Sunday morning

 
Major Festivals

Alaró: 29 June, popular
16 August, patron
Biniaraix: 15 August, popular
Soller: 11 May, Moores and Christians, celebrates the victory 1561 over the turkish pirates, re-enacting the disembarkment and various battles.
Pollenca: 2 August, patron saint combined with moores and christians.
Estellencs: 29 August, summer festival.

 
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