Alaro to Castle of Alaro Hiking Trail
Beautiful walk, ruined castle and spectacular views!
Alaró is located in the foothills of the Tramuntana mountains, between Palma and Inca.
Presently in ruins, it formerly occupied practically all of the top mountain, (Puig d'Alaró, 822 meters high), and is surrounded by extremely high cliffs. The Castle has existed from before the conquest of Mallorca and its most important historical event was the heroic resistance of King Jaumes II knights, Cabrit and Bassa (popular legend considers them martyrs) against the troops of King Alfonso III of Aragón.
The distance from Alaró to es Pouet is about 7 km and the climb provides some beautiful views of the plain of Mallorca, as far as the city of Palma. But what is truly impressive is the view from the top of the Puig d'Alaro of the valley of Orient and the central portion of the Serra de Tramuntana, with the Puig Major as the backdrop. See also our page of Castles & Ruins.
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What to see
Sights in Mallorca
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Castell d' Alaro, Alaro
Castell d'Alaro is perched on top a rocky mountain above the town of Alaro in the west of Mallorca. A popular walk from the town (or further up the hill if you prefer to drive) takes you to a ruined castle and hilltop chapel offering spectacular views of the Tramuntana mountains and over towards Palma and all the way to the sea.
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Serra de Tramuntana, West Mallorca
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 islandโs most magnificent scenery. In 2011, it was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO under the cultural landscape category.
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Jardines Alfabia, Bunyola
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.
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Palma to Soller Vintage Train Ride
The vintage carriages are still in use, providing a fantastic opportunity for tourists, and a relief for locals from the terrors of the old Palma-Soller road.
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Can Prunera
Housed in a wonderful Modernist building, Can Prunera was built in the early 20th century and the museum was opened on 24 August 2009. The vast majority of works on display at this museum belong to the Fundaciรณ dโArt Serra.
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Soller Botanical Garden
Sรณller is a botanistโs and enthusiastโs paradise. The Botanical garden is found in a country estate known as โCamp dโEn Prohomโ, on the outskirts of Sรณller. Its primary purpose is to preserve rare or endangered species of the Balearics, and is the result of many years of study and hard work, and now hosts one of Spainโs most extensive wild flora seed banks.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Mallorca
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La Pappa Restaurant
Enjoy the taste of Italy at La Pappa. They serve delicious homemade pasta and Neapolitan pizzas, crafted with care and tradition. Their Italian desserts and ice creams are also made in-house, offering a true taste of Italy.
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Barretes Restaurant at Ca's Xorc
Ca's Xorc Luxury Retreat is home to an abundance of delicious fresh and local food such as a selection of fruit and vegetables, fish, red shrimp, lamb and Iberico pork. The chef at Ca's Xorc interprets this local, Mediterranean cuisine in a modern and creative manner.
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Diferent Restaurant
Restaurant Diferent truly stands out. Beyond its eccentric and fun decor, it offers a vast international menu, a wide selection of wines, cocktails and fantastic, friendly service.
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La Bodega Restaurant
This traditional Spanish restaurant is situated within the heart of Cala d'Or and has a phenomenal reputation for providing fantastic food, service and a welcoming, friendly atmosphere.
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Noir Mallorca Cafรฉ
Welcome to Noir, your go to food bar in the heart of Cala D'or, Mallorca. Open from 09:00 to 23:00, they offer all-day breakfast, brunch, and a great selection of coffee, tea and wine.
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Sa Magrana Restaurant
This award-winning restaurant offers creative, fresh-from-the-market cuisine.
What to do
Things To Do in Mallorca
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Motor Boat Trip (Sacs Stratos)
Enjoy a fun full-day or half-day boat trip aboard this luxury Sacs Stratos RIB.
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Hiking & trail running
This company offers guided hikes and trail runs for all levels. Discover mountain paths, coastal trails, and hidden spots with expert local guides.
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Marineland
Entertainment here is provided by the performing dolphins, sealions and parrots. There is also a penguin pool, a reptile house and a large collection of sharks and tropical fish, plus flamingoes, monkeys and an impressive aviary.
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Western Waterpark
The Western Water Park is filled with thrilling water slides and pools for everyone's enjoyment. There's a special water park for smaller children and a spectacular diving exhibition featuring professional divers.
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Coastal boat trip
Enjoy a fantastic day at sea and exploring secluded coves and beaches aboard a typical yacht from the Balearic Islands, "El Gordito".
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Motor Yacht Trip (Sunseeker Superhawk 55)
Enjoy a fun full-day or half-day boat trip aboard this breathtaking Sunseeker Superhawk 55 motor yacht.
Where to stay
Cycling Hotels in Mallorca
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Son Julia Country House Hotel
If you're looking for a perfect hideaway from your usual routine, then this lovely 15th century Mallorcan manor is the place to escape to.
Price: โฌ3,018
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El Encinar de Arta Hotel
Restored with love in every detail, the 18th century country house lies on a hill approximately 5 km from the picturesque village Artร .ย Beautiful landscape, close to 4 golf courses, lovely beaches and nature reserves.
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Son Amoixa Vell Hotel
This hotel is set in charming 16th century buildings and grounds which were lovingly restored and added to by the family who own and operate it.
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La Goleta Hotel
This wonderful beach-front hotel has a maritime theme with its name 'Goleta' meaning schooner in Catalan.
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Son Palou Hotel, Orient
This hotel liesย in the middle of a private estate of 150 hectares with large plantations of apple and cherry trees, cultivated fields and mountains.ย It is an ideal base for hiking, riding mountain-bikes or simply strolling around to watch the farmers pick cherries and apples.
Price: โฌ3,857
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Segles Hotel, Campos
An old Mallorcan stately house (completely restored) mixed with different styles andย decorated with all kind of antiquities, photographs, paintings andย books, thusย preserving much of its original charmย while adhering to modern trends.
Price: โฌ1,008
Directions
Leaving Alaró by the road marked PM120 leading to Orient, you soon find the road leading up to the castle on the left, with its corresponding sign. The road crosses Son Penyaflor before reaching Es Pouet at which point the steep climb up to the ancient stone castle begins.
If you don't want to walk from the very bottom, there is a narrow lane that you can drive up most of the way and park by the restaurant ES Verger. From here, it is about a 40 minute hike to the castle.