What are the most scenic drives to enjoy when traveling to Petra on Mallorca?

The journey to Petra is well worth planning around some of the island’s most picturesque roads. Approaching from Palma, the Ma-13 highway climbing through the Serra de Tramuntana reveals sweeping views of terraced hillsides and pine forests. On this route, passing through charming villages like Valldemossa and Deià adds a taste of Mallorca’s rural character and historic stone architecture. A detour to the slate-roofed town of Sóller, reached via the scenic Ma-11 or the vintage Sóller railway, rewards travelers with mountain vistas and a charming town centre.

Closer to Petra itself, the roads meander through olive groves and almond orchards, especially stunning in early spring when the blossoms are out—an annual highlight marked by local festivals like the Festa de l'Ametler in nearby towns. The Ma-2201 is a quieter, more rural route to Petra from the north coast, offering glimpses of dry stone walls and scattered farmhouses. For those coming from the coastal side, the Ma-12 passes through Pollença and the Formentor peninsula, where rugged cliffs meet turquoise coves, making the drive as memorable as the destination. Hands down, stopping along the way for a plate of pa amb oli or a glass of Binissalem wine anchors the experience firmly in the island’s rich culinary tradition.