Deia to Soller Coastal Walk

Poet and author Robert Graves (1895-1985) lived in Deià, Mallorca, from 1929 until his death. He is buried in the churchyard on the hill next to the church. 

Of all the famous foreigners attracted to Mallorca's northwest coast, none is so admired locally as 'S'Arxiduc', Archduke Ludwig Salvador. Born in 1847 in the Pitti Palace, Florence, the son of Leopold III of Tuscany and Marie Antoinette de Bourbon, he came to Mallorca 20 years later to escape from Viennese court life and immediately fell in love with the island.

The monastery in Miramar can be found close to Valldemossa on the road to Deia. It was founded by King Jaume II in 1276 as a missionary school following a request by Ramon Llull (a 13th-century theologian and philosopher).

The Serra de Tramuntana mountains (translated as the "mountains of the north wind") run the length of Mallorca's northwestern coastline extending for almost 90km and claim some of the island’s most magnificent scenery. In 2011, it was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO under the cultural landscape category.

These classical gardens by the entrance to the Soller tunnel are a legacy of the Arab talent for landscaping and irrigation. Their name derives from al fabi, 'jar of olives' in Arabic. They were probably designed by Benihabet, the Muslim governor of Inca who converted to Christianity following the Spanish invasion.

Visit the monastery at Valldemossa, where Chopin and George Sand spent the winter of 1838-9. The Real Cartuja (Royal Carthusian Monastery) was originally a royal residence, until Carthusian monks occupied the building from 1399 until 1835.

Es Pi restaurant at Sa Pedrissa offers a refined dining experience in the heart of northern Mallorca. Set within a 17th-century rural estate, the restaurant combines traditional architecture with modern comforts, creating a warm and elegant atmosphere. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and the surrounding mountains from the terraces, where the estate’s ancient olive trees and fragrant gardens complete the picture.

El Olivo is one of Mallorca’s most highly regarded fine dining restaurants, located within the prestigious Belmond La Residencia in Deià. Set inside a restored sixteenth-century olive press, the restaurant offers a calm and intimate setting, with soft candlelight and traditional stone features creating a relaxed but refined atmosphere.

Miró Restaurant, at Belmond La Residencia in Deià, is a charming spot to enjoy high-end all-day dining in a relaxed and scenic setting. Inspired by the artistic heritage of this picturesque village, the restaurant blends Mediterranean-style cuisine with a mix of local and international dishes, offering plates to share in a casual, welcoming atmosphere.

Nestled at the foot of the Serra de Tramuntana, Sa Vinya Restaurant offers a magical escape from the bustle of island life. Surrounded by fragrant Mediterranean trees and colourful blooms, the restaurant’s “Jardin Mágico” provides a serene setting where guests can unwind and savour the calm of the mountains.

In the enchanting artists’ village of Deià, Sebastian Restaurant offers a peaceful retreat far from the island’s busier resorts. Family-run and full of charm, this welcoming restaurant invites you to relax in its extensive lemon garden or enjoy the comfort of its elegant, air-conditioned interior. Surrounded by the dramatic beauty of the Tramuntana mountains, it’s a setting that feels both intimate and inspiring.

Nestled in the heart of Deià, in the stunning Serra de Tramuntana, Xelini Restaurant offers an authentic taste of Mallorca through its expertly crafted local and Mediterranean cuisine. Passionate about quality and freshness, the kitchen blends the rich flavours of the island with the bounty of the Mediterranean coast, creating dishes that are both comforting and refined.

A linear walk that follows what once was the old road that connected Deia with Soller. It was a vital trade route between the two and is now a restored stone path for most of the walk. It is also part of Mallorcas GR221 or Dry Stone Route.

One of the most popular stages of the GR221 and Mallorca’s dry stone route. It is without a doubt one of the most stunning walks on the island. The walkway follows the summit ridge with spectacular views down to the sea.