What are some must-ride cycling routes on the island that showcase Mallorca’s landscapes?

Over recent years, cycling has become one of the island’s most popular ways to explore its varied terrain, prompting improvements in bike lanes and rental services, especially around Palma and the Serra de Tramuntana. For those seeking a scenic road ride, heading west from Palma along the Ma-10 offers breathtaking views of jagged cliffs and terraced olive groves as you approach Valldemossa and Deià. This route combines challenging climbs with thrilling descents and plenty of picturesque spots to pause, like the lookout at Mirador de ses Barques.

The old railway line between Palma and Sóller has been repurposed in part as a cycling path alongside the famous tram, making for a gentler journey through enchanting orange groves and pine forests. For a beachside ride, the Ma-19 coastal road near Cala Millor and Cala Mondragó provides relatively flat cycling paths with stops at quiet coves and inviting turquoise waters.

More adventurous riders often tackle the rugged mountain trails within the Tramuntana range, where singletrack and forest paths offer a taste of Mallorca’s natural beauty away from the tourist hubs. Whether exploring vineyards near Binissalem or winding through pollenca’s historic streets, cycling here weaves together stunning landscapes, cultural heritage, and the island’s distinct local flavors like a stop for pa amb oli or a glass of Hierbas. With public transport like the TIB bus network allowing bike carriage, routes can be tailored into shorter loops or longer excursions without backtracking.