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Short Mallorca Trail (GR221)

Name: Short Mallorca Trail (GR221)
Brand: Bookatrekking
Price: 465.00 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (1611 reviews)

Duration: 7 days

Trails: T3 trails

Distance: 15 - 20 km per day

Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m ascent per day

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> Hike part of the Serra Tramuntana in Mallorca
> Spend the nights in refuges
> Complete five stages of the GR221

We’ve put together a 7-day trek that lets you hike one of the most beautiful sections of the GR221—from Valldemossa to Pollença. So no, this isn’t the full trail, but rather a carefully chosen stretch that captures the best of Mallorca’s mountain magic. Along the way, you’ll stay mostly in cozy mountain refuges and experience the rugged charm of the Serra de Tramuntana. The full GR221 runs 140 kilometers from Port d’Andratx to Pollença, split into ten stages with over 6,000 metres of climbing and descending. Our version focuses on the northern half—still packed with variety and challenge. You won’t need climbing skills or mountaineering gear, but it’s not exactly a walk in the park either. Some sections are rocky, uneven, or exposed, requiring balance and attention. And with several days stretching beyond 15 kilometers and involving serious elevation changes, a decent level of fitness is a must.

The good news? There’s plenty of time to soak it all in. Expect mountain views, almond orchards, and peaceful moments in nature—plus a drink on a sunny terrace to end the day. It’s the perfect mix of effort and enjoyment. And when it comes to the logistics, we’ve got your back. From booking the huts to mapping out the route, we take care of everything. You just show up, hike, and enjoy.

Itinerary

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Arrival in Valldemossa

You arrive in Mallorca the day before the trek starts, this will contribute to a relaxed start of the trip. From Palma de Mallorca it is easy to reach Valldemossa the starting point of the GR221. Under FAQ you can find exactly how to get to Valldemossa.

Ca's Papà (Valldemossa)

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Valldemossa to Deià

Duration: 04:00 h

Distance: 13.5 km

Ascent: 590 m

Descent: 820 m

Through small valleys and olive groves, you walk uphill past an old water source and a refuge, also encountering an old snow pit. During this hike, you will partially follow the Camí de s'Arxiduc, a path once built on Archduke Luis Salvador's orders to enable horse-drawn carriages. These days, you'll need your own legs to enjoy the views! Through forests and steep paths, you descend towards Deià, today's endpoint.

Refugi Can Boi (Deià)

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Deià to Sóller

Duration: 03:30 h

Distance: 13.3 km

Ascent: 310 m

Descent: 450 m

From Deià, you walk along olive groves and cobbled paths. On the way, you overlook bays along the rocky coast. After about seven kilometres, you pass an olive forest with very old trees, a lovely place to take a break and enjoy the scenery. After this, you soon have a view of Port de Sóller and all activity in the bay. Between terraces and olive trees, you continue walking to Sóller, today's destination. This town is pleasantly busy and offers many facilities, from shops to restaurants and bars. A terrace is sure to be found here!

Hostal Nadal (Soller)

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Sóller to Tossal Verds

Duration: 05:20 h

Distance: 20 km

Ascent: 980 m

Descent: 500 m

Today is a stage with contrasts, after leaving Sóller you walk over small bridges and stone paths through a narrow gorge, in between you can take a break to enjoy views of the mountains. The route continues across Coll de l'Ofre, after which you walk towards and past a reservoir. Not many people are here, you will mostly see and hear sheep. For the final stretch the route offers two options, Bookatrekking.com has chosen the slightly longer but easier one. The shorter route is steeper and has a klettersteig. You continue your way along a canal and an aqueduct, all used for the island's water supply. You eventually reach Refugi de Tossals Verds, the finishing point of the day. This is the only place to spend the night in this spot on the route, a contrast compared to the activity in Sóller.

Refugi de Tossals Verds (Tossal Verds)

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Tossal Verds to Lluc

Duration: 04:00 h

Distance: 13.9 km

Ascent: 810 m

Descent: 860 m

To head towards Lluc, today's stage starts by walking a short distance back from yesterday's route. After the junction, you will gradually hike up to Coll des Prat. Along the way, you pass streams and an old spring, while the trail is varied. You also come across an old snow pit. The views continue to be beautiful. Today's destination is Lluc, towards which you hike through fields of low bushes and olive trees. The distinctive red shade of the soil is still striking. Lluc has a large monastery (Santuari de Lluc), which is worth a visit. In addition, amenities are plentiful in this town.

Refugi de Son Amer (Lluc)

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Lluc to Pollença

Duration: 03:55 h

Distance: 16.7 km

Ascent: 200 m

Descent: 670 m

The last stage of the route departs from the monastery grounds of Santuari de Lluc, with views of the monastery and an old mill during the first few kilometres. The paths are mostly wide and well-travelled, in the woods you can hear goats bleating as you go. After about six kilometres you will come across the Alzina d'en Pere, an oak tree estimated to be 500 years old! The route takes you further along winding paths and past trees, eventually ending in Pollença via Pont Roma (a 2000-year-old Roman bridge). In this cosy town, you can raise a toast to completing the GR221!
*Stage 10 addition - Puig de Maria
A nice addition is to climb the Puig de Maria, a summit located in Pollença. After the climb you will be rewarded with beautiful views, you can also visit the chapel and explore the grounds. Afterwards, you descend back to Pollença using the same route and your tour is truly complete.

Refugi del Pont Romà (Pollença)

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Departure from Pollença

After your breakfast, your adventure will come to an end and you'll leave Pollença. Today, you can travel back to the airport or another destination on Mallorca.

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Included

Booking the huts

We will take care of arranging accommodation on the GR221 Mallorca for you. We will also provide you with a detailed itinerary for every stage and instructions on how to get to the trailhead.
Full travel guide

You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the GR221 Mallorca. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for your trek: route descriptions, hiking maps, navigation support, payment information, and all the key details specific to your journey.
Hotels, Hostels or Huts

We arrange your accommodation on the GR221 Mallorca in hotels, hostels or huts along the way. We have selected accommodations on our trek based on the length of each stage and recommendations from hikers who have gone before us on the GR221 Mallorca.
Half-board in Huts

Accommodation at the huts includes dinner and breakfast. We will arrange this for you as well. This allows you to travel lighter and have one less thing to worry about. Bear in mind that lunch is not included, but it can be purchased at the huts. Here you can also buy an array of snacks and bottled water.
Breakfast in hotels (where possible)

Accommodation in the hotels includes breakfast whenever possible. We will arrange this for you as much as possible in advance. Please note that lunch and dinner are not included, but can be ordered at the accommodation or in the village.
Navigation support

Our trekking app also includes built-in navigation support. With GPS-based maps and offline access, you can follow the trail confidently and stay on route even without mobile signal.

Excluded

Traveling to and from

You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport.
Transfers

Should you need any form of (public) transport on location, this is not part of the trekking package. This includes the use of taxi, bus, cable cars, gondolas, ferries, etc.
Lunch

Half-board is included in the price of this trek. Lunch, however, is not. You can get something to eat at the mountain huts along the way.
Travel Insurance

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.
Personal expenses

Personal expenses on such as souvenirs, drinks, and other similar expenses are for your own account.