What kinds of scenery can I expect to see when taking the train from Palma to Soller?

The air often carries a salty tang mixed with pine as the train from Palma to Soller curls through the Serra de Tramuntana. This historic railway, built in the early 20th century, unfurls a panorama of rugged mountains draped in ancient olive groves and almond trees, with terraced fields climbing steep slopes. The sunlight filters through the canopy, dappling the stone walls and transforming the landscape into a patchwork of shadows and warm tones.

As the train chugs westward along the narrow-gauge track, each bend reveals intimate villages tucked between the peaks, like Esporles and Bunyola. Further on, glimpses of the Mediterranean appear, with the contrast of steep cliffs dropping toward the sea and the vibrant green landscape. Between the towering Tramuntana peaks, you’ll see waterfalls and streams carving their way down to the valleys.

Approaching Soller, the view softens into orange and lemon groves that perfume the air, typical of this fertile valley. This journey offers a remarkable transition from Palma’s city bustle — glimpses of the cathedral and harbor — into a serene, almost untouched countryside. The train itself, a vintage Belle Époque-style, enhances the feeling of stepping back in time while passing through some of the island’s most stunning natural beauty.