Mallorca Cycling Challenge - Mens
This edition of the Mallorca Challenge sees an international line up of top cyclists competing in four separate races.

© Ajuntament de Porreres

© Ajuntament de Porreres

© Ajuntament de Porreres
Traditional rural town in central Majorca
Porreres is typical of the small towns on the Mallorcan plain - nothing much to see, but an easy-going atmosphere and a good place to while away a couple of hours.
Agriculture is the mainstay of the town, with cereal crops (as demonstrated by the large number of windmills still in the area), almonds and vineyards dominating the countryside. Apricots are particularly famed in the area and there is an annual fair in June to celebrate this fruit.
Many traditional Mallorcan fiestas are celebrated here.
Sant Antoni is feted on 16 and 17 January, there is Carnival in February, Easter, and San Juan on 23 and 24 June every year.
Town specific festivals include the Apricot Fair in June, San Roque (Porreres patron saint) festival in August, and the Autumn Harvest festival at the end of October.
Market day is Tuesday, and it runs in the morning in the main square.
This edition of the Mallorca Challenge sees an international line up of top cyclists competing in four separate races.
Twice a year, the sun casts an image of the rose window that presides over the main altar in Palma Cathedral on the opposite wall, just under another rose window, the one that decorates the main façade. Thus, for a short period of time, two tangential rosettes can be seen, one made of glass and the other made of light, forming a figure of eight.
A significant celebration in Mallorca, this annual holiday, observed on March 1st, commemorates the date when the Balearic Islands' Statute of Autonomy was officially enacted in 1983.
Established artists in Mallorca showcase donated artwork to benefit local families, with all proceeds supporting Fundació Monti-Sion Solidària (FMS), which helps 6,000 people annually through 200 dedicated volunteers.
Parades of carapunats, or hooded penitents, take place all around the island from Monday to Easter Sunday to mark the Passion of Christ.
The boat show is usally held in Palma in the spring, promising and delivering vibrant displays of fancy yachts and all things nautical. Set in Palma's harbour at La Llonja, this spectacular setting in front of the cathedral only adds the the glitz and glamour of this prestigious show.
Located in the south-central plains of Mallorca, it has roots that stretch back to the Talayotic period, around 1000–123 BC, as evidenced by ancient megalithic structures in the area.
During Roman times, the fertile lands were used for agriculture, laying the foundation for the town’s enduring farming tradition.
The modern village grew around a 13th-century church, reflecting its medieval Christian heritage.
Porreres later developed as an agricultural hub, famous for olives, almonds, and vineyards, which remain central to its economy and cultural identity. Over the centuries, traditional architecture, rural estates, and community festivals preserved its historic charm, making it a quintessential Mallorcan town blending history, agriculture, and local traditions.
The main street Avinguda Bisbe Campins, runs from the church to the town hall and is lined with bars and cafes. Inside the town hall is a small modern art gallery with two works by Salvador Dali.
The town is also famous for the number of public wells, a further illustration of the towns links with agriculture as they were used to water livestock as well as the population.
Just outside Porreres is a former hilltop hermitage, Santuari de Montision, with a simple chapel, irregular cloisters and views across the plain and out to sea. You can stay here in very basic rooms.
There are a number of vineyards in the area that are open for sales; make an appointment if you wish to have a tour or tastings.
Rialto Living is Palma's most famous interior design and concept store. Located right in the heart of the city, it has a small art gallery inside with temporary art exhibitions.
Billed as Mallorca's most important museum, this undoubtedly contains some fascinating exhibitsbut beware that it is difficult to get excited about bits of stone in glass cases if you do not understand the captions. The museum has recently been refurbished, so we are hoping it is now more tourist-friendly.
A wonderful 18th-century Baroque building with feature courtyard and decorative touches, Casal Solleric is now home to temporary exhibitions specialising in contemporary art and photography.
The Museu Fundación Juan March houses a small collection of 20th century Spanish art shich belonged to the Mallorcan banker Joan March, once one of the world's richest men.
Spain gets the theme-park treatment at this 'village' in the outskirts of Palma, where reproductions of famous buildings from Cordoba, Toledo and Madrid are gathered together with typical houses from the Spanish regions.
The painter and sculptor Joan Miro spent most of his life in Barcelona, but both his wife and mother were Mallorcan and he always longed to return to the scene of his childhood holidays to draw inspiraton from what he called "the light of Mallorca".
Also known as Platja de Sa Ràpita, an alternative to Es Trenc is the beautiful neighbouring beach at S’Arenal de sa Rapita in the southeast of Majorca. It is much quieter than Es Trenc, and is popular with families, surfers and windsurfers.
Unassigned to any of the island’s numerous holiday resorts, the stunning beach of Es Trenc is geographically fairly isolated with a wonderful wild and natural feel. With 2km of bleached white sand and transparent water, it's often referred to as more Caribbean than Mediterranean in characteristics.
Es Racó de S'Arena offers a complete escape from the bustle of tourists and is great for exploring or walking. If you're lucky, you could find yourself completely alone here. Even when there are other people, there is enough space to carve out an area which feels private.
Cala Varques (also known as Cala Barques) is a quiet, untouched beach about 12 km south of Porto Cristo, on the east coast of Majorca. This beach continues to grow in popularity, with more visitors now than ever before. Despite the summer crowds and 15 minutes’ walk to get there, this beach is well worth your visit.
If you are looking for a beach where you can get away from it all, then Es Carbo may be the one for you. A 30 minute walk east from Colonia St Jordi in the south of Mallorca, it is a vast stretch of white sand that sits in a protected bay.
Considered one of Mallorca's most beautiful areas with its sand dunes, pine forests, beautiful coastline and rocky coves, Cala Mondrago, (often referred to as ‘Caló de n’Alis’) has formed part of Mondrago National Park since 1992, greatly benefitting from the disallowing of any further development.
Porreres offers a mix of traditional eateries and contemporary bistros, each with its own character.
Many are set in historic buildings, like former town or market halls, enhancing the village’s rustic charm. Menus focus on local specialties, featuring fresh produce, regional wines, and apricot-inspired dishes. From casual meals to more refined dining, the town provides a welcoming taste of authentic Mallorcan cuisine in a picturesque setting.
Mar Blau, located within the elegant Valparaiso Palace and Spa Hotel, is a stylish Mediterranean restaurant offering a relaxed yet refined dining experience in the heart of Mallorca. With its striking double-height ceilings and bright, airy interior, the restaurant creates a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for both leisurely lunches and exquisite dinners.
Feliz Restaurant in Palma is the ultimate spot to drink, eat, sleep, and repeat - all in one place. Perfectly located within the Hotel Feliz, this vibrant eatery welcomes both hotel guests and visitors alike for a relaxed yet stylish dining experience. Open daily for lunch and dinner, it’s easy to drop in whenever the mood strikes for a refreshing drink, a leisurely meal, or a special evening out.
La Vermutería De Can Cera offers a refined taste of Mallorca in the heart of Palma’s old town. Nestled within the courtyard of the elegant Can Cera boutique hotel, the restaurant blends Mediterranean flavours with a stylish, art-filled setting.
Cappuccino Café - Palau March is an elegant café and restaurant in the heart of Palma, offering a refined spot to relax while exploring the city centre. Housed in a beautiful historic building, the venue combines classic charm with modern style, providing a welcoming space both indoors and on its terrace.
De Tokio a Lima Restaurant in Palma de Mallorca offers a unique fusion dining experience where Mediterranean traditions meet the vibrant flavours of Japan and Peru. Situated within the boutique Can Alomar Hotel, this stylish restaurant combines sleek, modern interiors with warm, inviting touches. Dark walls and wood floors are softened by large floor-to-ceiling windows, flooding the space with natural light and providing access to a terrace with sweeping views over Palma’s iconic Passeig del Born.
La Despensa del Barón, located in the historic centre of Palma de Mallorca, offers a true taste of the island’s gastronomy. Situated within the charming Posada Terra Santa, this Mediterranean restaurant goes beyond simple dining, inviting guests to connect with the local history, traditions, and ingredients sourced just a few kilometres away.
De Tokio a Lima Bar in Palma offers a relaxed rooftop experience with a focus on exceptional cocktails. Located above the iconic Paseo del Borne, the bar combines city views with a menu of drinks designed to impress. Each cocktail is carefully prepared using quality spirits, fresh ingredients, and inventive combinations that highlight flavour and balance.
Housed in a striking colonial-style building at the edge of Palma’s trendy Santa Catalina district, this is a long-standing local favourite that blends good food, great views and a vibrant social scene. Having made its mark in recent years as one of the more sophisticated venues within the hip city district, its Sky Bar is undoubtedly a great choice in which to start your night. Just a few blocks from the island’s best-known food market, the kitchen makes the most of fresh, seasonal produce, creating a menu of healthy, flavourful dishes served from breakfast through to late dinner.
Beatnik Bar and Restaurant, located in the heart of Palma at Purohotel, offers a globally inspired dining experience with a playful, adventurous edge. The menu blends bright Mediterranean flavours with exotic spices from Asia and Latin America, creating a fusion that is both fresh and exciting.
If you’re looking for a more intimate venue for a special event, Brassclub pairs the perfect signature cocktails with a private members’ club feel. Jazz music accompanies well-executed interior design and top-notch service. Located in one of the most central areas in Palma, Passeig de Mallorca, you can enjoy both classic and original cocktails.
Locally owned wine and tapas bar serving Mallorcan wines to be enjoyed with local produce.
Located right in the heart of Palma, this space is a swish cocktail bar by night and a relaxing cafe by day. Located just around the corner from Palma’s Passeig des Born, the perfect spot to replenish after a hard day out shopping. There’s a trendy bar inside and a lovely little outside terrace where people can relax and soak up Palma’s beautiful architecture.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the coast of Mallorca or Ibiza to any destination of your choosing.
Set sail on a private boat trip in Palma Bay, with full-day and half-day options available.
Picture-perfect views from your vintage scooter
Take a wonderful boat trip and enjoy all the activities of swimming, snorkelling and stand-up paddle boarding as the sunsets over the beautiful island of Mallorca.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the coast of Mallorca or Ibiza to any destination of your choosing.
Relax aboard a luxury yacht as the sun sets over Mallorca’s coastline. Includes drinks, snacks, and snorkelling, with optional tapas and cava.
Enjoy an exhilarating day trekking and scrambling through gorges, waterfalls and jumping into giant rock pools.
An exhilarating rock and water activity suitable for families and adrenaline-junkies, a great way to explore the coastline of Mallorca.
Whiz around the local coastline with friends and family
Lessons delivered at your villa pool by qualified, insured and highly experienced instructors.
Why not have an adventure and try the new water sport, Flyboard? Located in Port Calanova which has the perfect conditions to try this fun and exciting sport.
This is a lovely house in a location that, quite simply, offers the best of both worlds - a private swimming pool surrounded by picturesque gardens, yet within walking distance of one of Mallorca's prettiest sandy cove beaches.
From such a privileged position, snuggled between two of Mallorca’s most esteemed sandy coves (Cala Mondragó and Cala S’Amarador), this resplendent country home is immersed in the pure, natural setting of the legendary Mondragó National Park, abundant in local fauna and shady pine trees that provide a welcomed respite from the midday sun.
Having undergone a complete renovation for 2025, Riviera offers modern, spacious accommodation on the water’s edge of Cala Longa, one of a series of craggy inlets, affording uninterrupted sea views along the rugged coastline and across the water to the shores of picturesque Calo Ses Dones.
Perched along the craggy coastline of Cala Egos, this recently renovated home is light, bright and airy in true Mediterranean style.
This beautiful, stone clad country home set amongst the undulating countryside surrounding the small village of Buger, offers spacious grounds as well as a generous, convivial interior with wooden flooring, high ceilings and contemporary furnishings that create a light, bright & airy ambiance throughout.
With every attention to the utmost details, the property has a beautiful harmony of Mallorcan architecture and Dutch interior designed with exquisite taste, this stylish and modern villa in Moscari exudes class and good taste.
Staying in short-term rental accommodation is a wonderful way to experience the village’s laid-back charm and natural beauty in your own time and space. Often set in traditional buildings, apartments are ideal if you want a simple, comfortable base whilst exploring the area. With the freedom to cook, relax and come and go as you please, it’s a great option for anyone who enjoys a slower pace surrounded by natural beauty.
This fully equipped and comfortable apartment is ideal for two guests.
This fully equipped apartment is ideal for two guests.
This fully equipped and unique apartment is set on three levels, providing a quirky and fun accommodation for two.
This stunning duplex apartment is fully equipped and provides spacious accommodation for two.
This spectacular loft apartment is fully equipped and provides delightful accommodation for two.
This fully equipped and spacious apartment is set on three levels, providing an original and fun accommodation for two.
There are some really lovely finca hotels (small rural, almost boutique style) in the area, with both rooms and apartments, pretty gardens and a charming swimming pool.
This charming hotel is located in the historical old town, in the very heart of Palma de Mallorca. It is within easy walking distance of attractions such as the 10th century Arab baths and Palma's breathtaking gothic Cathedral.
This hotel offers beautiful views of the Bay of Palma and is just a 15-minute walk from the historic city centre. It also has a rooftop pool on the 7th floor with 360-degree views of Palma.
Located front row from the beach and very close to the heart of Palma, in this hotel guests can enjoy can enjoy the cultural, commercial, sporting and maritime atmosphere of the city.
Tucked within Palma’s historic heart, Can Cera blends noble Mallorcan heritage with contemporary design. With just fourteen rooms, personalised service and a serene atmosphere, it offers a refined retreat for those who appreciate timeless beauty and thoughtful detail.
This magnificent Majorcan country house dating from the end of the eighteenth century has been delightfully reformed, conserving the noble air of its buildings.
A majestic manor house, dating from the Arabian period and the 14th and 16th centuries. It is situated in a protected area, surrounded by a nice garden with a variety of Mediterranean flora and fauna.
Car hire is a viable option in Mallorca and Porreres is a 40 minute drive from Palma airport. Or take the worry out of getting from the airport and book a transfer.
There is a direct bus from the airport, but they don't run very often so you'd need to check the timetable.
Experience luxury and convenience with this company. Arrive at your yacht charter, sunset tour or boat trip in unparalleled style in a Rolls Royce Ghost.
The established company have been offering a reliable, reasonably priced, private transfer service in Mallorca since 1993.
With offices in Alcudia and the airport, Majorca Airport Transfers has a large fleet of taxis, minibuses and coaches to suit all group sizes.
The only British taxi driver in Mallorca, offering airport transfers to destinations throughout the island.
Taxi PMI is the Association of Taxi Drivers of Palma de Mallorca, who provide visitors with an efficient and reliable airport transfer service, whilst also eliminating the need to stand in a queue and wait for the next available taxi.
Great quality service at rates that are irresistible. This company exclusively transfer you around Mallorca without having to pay an excessive price.
Set on an 8,300 m² flat, sun-drenched plot, this fully renovated finca blends authentic Mallorcan charm with modern comfort - complete with two beautifully appointed guesthouses, a saltwater pool, solar power, and breathtaking views of the Tramuntana mountains. Located just outside the historic village of Binissalem, in the heart of Mallorca’s celebrated wine country, this is a rare opportunity to purchase a tranquil rural home that’s move-in ready and built to a high standard.
Located in the tranquil urbanisation of Crestatx in Sa Pobla, this property is perfect for those seeking a natural and well-connected environment. With a functional design, the home is spread over two floors, offering comfortable and practical living spaces for families or friends to enjoy.
Experience the ultimate in comfortable living with this exceptional property located in the desirable urbanization of Crestatx, nestled between Sa Pobla and Pollensa. Boasting a prime location in a residential area with high demand, this fabulous plot features a charming small house that offers plenty of possibilities for extension to meet your future needs.
Large 3-floor townhouse in the historic centre of Alcudia for sale.
In the municipality of Alcúdia, the construction of a villa is underway with a building permit already granted. The project has commenced, with completion anticipated for 2026.
Golf Marina is a beautiful, warm and welcoming property situated near the golf of Pollensa.
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