Travel to The north-west coast of Majorca

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The north-west coast of Majorca, Spain Balearic Islands

The largest island in the Balearic archipelago is a paradise filled with natural resources. Thanks to a formidable mountain ranges, the northwest coast of Majorca is protected from the cold winds of the north. With steep cliffs, gorgeous landscapes and stunning views, the cordillera stretches from the Bay of Pollencia until Cape Formentor.

The picturesque villages of Valldemosa, Banyalbufar (literally "the place where the wind always blows" in Arabic) and Estallenchs are nestled in the red rocky landscape, providing a striking contrast with the colours of the sea. There are golden sandy beaches along the bays of Alcudia and Pollencia and small coves on either side of the cordillera. The beach of Formentor, one of the best on the island, is accessible by car or boat from the Port of Pollencia.

The beautiful landscapes: where the mountains meet the sea
The authentic local lifestyle in Majorca
The hotels in the small villages in the 'cordillera' are extremely charming
A region rich in local craftsmanship
The pretty villages of Valldemossa, Deia, Soller and Puerto Soller.

cons

Long and narrow roads not the easiest to navigate
Overcrowding of tourist sites, especially the coves, in summer
The airport is far away
Limited entertainment options

Weather The north-west coast of Majorca - choosing the best time to go

Spain - The north-west coast of Majorca

All overall indicators 82/100 Excellent
Temperature indicators 90/100 Excellent
Bad weather indicators 92/100 Excellent
Sunbathing indicators 78/100 Good
Swimming indicators 62/100 Good
Wind indicators 74/100 Good
Temperature indicatorsOptimal :
Maximim temperature between 22°C and 24°C, the perceived temperature is <30°.
Bad weather indicatorsDry / Optimal :
Little or no rain (less than 1.5mm per day).
Sunbathing indicatorsGood weather :
Mostly sunny (60% to 80% sunshine).
Swimming indicatorsPleasant :
Pleasant air temperature (between 20°C and 24°C). Sea temperature between 22°C and 24°C. Slight winds (speeds between 2 mph and 4 mph).
Wind indicatorsLight wind :
Light winds (between 6mph and 12mph).

Weather finder : The north-west coast of Majorca / May Annual weather finder : The north-west coast of Majorca

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Visit The north-west coast of Majorca

To see

Take a tour around all or some of the island's more authentic village settings in Pollencia, Binissalem, Consell, Lloseta, Valldemossa, Banyalbufar, Fornalutx, Alaro and Deia. Also make sure you see the monastery of Lluc, the leather market in Inca, the picturesque market of Sineu (on Wednesdays), as well as the natural park of Albufera.

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To do

Aside from a choice of cultural tours you could always just take it easy with a spot of parasailing, snorkelling, swimming, golf, waterskiing or hiking.The sailing excursion from the Port of Pollencia to the beautiful beach of Formentor is also a good idea.

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To think about

Live your days like the locals: the Spanish rhythm means that the afternoon starts at about 4:00pm. and extends to 9:00pm, dinner is not eaten before this time! Stores and offices close between 2:00pm and 5:00pm, but most will reopen their doors until 8:00pm or later.

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To avoid

In winter, the resorts operate well below capacity which is of course an advantafe if you are after a bit of peace and quiet. If you're looking for somewhere a bit more lively your best bet is to stay in Palma's old town. Avoid the resorts in high summer, instead travel during the calmer 'shoulder' seasons.

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To try

Being an island, Majorca excels in its recipes for lobster, cuttlefish and fish dishes. Taste the tumbet, a kind of lasagne with potatoes, aubergines, peppers and tomato sauce.

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To bring back

Here you can find many traditional Majorcan handicrafts. In addition to the famous pearls of Manacor, there are also stunning glass items (the glass is manufactured using traditional techniques), tapestries, leather goods, wrought iron objects and herbal liqueurs.

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