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READ ALSO: <\/strong>The best trekking routes in Spain\".<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monuments, cities, towns, villages, natural spaces and above all incredible beaches are just some of the things the Balearic Islands have to offer. No wonder, then, that practising hiking in the Balearic Islands<\/strong> is one of the most attractive proposals for locals and tourists alike, as the routes are as varied as they are beautiful. Although hiking in general has had an important boom in recent years, in the Balearic Islands in particular it has gained many followers who decide to get away from the routine by enjoying the tranquillity, the views and the idyllic walks offered by its trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


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GR221 - The Dry-stone Route<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This guide describes the GR221, a 140 km long-distance footpath through the northwest of Mallorca, from Port d'Andratx to Pollen\u00e7a and Andratx. Also known as the 'Ruta de Pedra en Sec', the GR221 is a celebration of Mallorca's limestone heritage, taking in numerous historic dry-stone structures as it traverses the rocky peaks of the Serra de Tramuntana. Following ancient tarmac and mule trails, it showcases the region's beautiful landscape of mountains, forests and cultivated terraces, as well as its spectacular coastline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a favourable climate and breathtaking scenery, the Serra de Tramuntana\nlandscape, the Serra de Tramuntana has a lot to tempt the hiker.\nhiker. The Dry Stone Route GR221 is an ideal way to explore this fascinating\nideal way to explore this fascinating World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The GR221 can be walked in 1-2 weeks, although the guide also covers 3 alternative starting points and 3 alternative finishes, which would allow for a shorter walk. The main route is in 10 stages of 8.5-20.5km, with a handful of optional detours to bag neighbouring summits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n


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Practical guide<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

When to go?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

It is possible almost all year round, but\ncan be very hot in the summer, while rare winter snowfalls can cover the\ncan cover the trails at higher elevations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cities & Services<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Accommodation and travel are also very well covered: the trail has good transport links and plenty of facilities en route, with accommodation in cosy mountain villages and, occasionally, huts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Port d'Andratx, Sant Elm, Estellencs,\nBanyalbufar, Esporles, Valldemossa, Dei\u00e0, S\u00f3ller, Tossals Verds,\nLluc, Pollen\u00e7a, Peguera, Calvi\u00e0, Puigpunyent, Alar\u00f3, Caimari<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Difficulty<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Mainly on clear roads and trails, but some may be rough and stony\nbut some of them can be rough and stony, and occasionally steep.\noccasionally steep. Some parts require careful route finding, although\nroute finding, although many sections have been marked and signposted.\nsignposted. The entire route can be completed by anyone with a little previous walking experience.\nwith some previous experience of long distance walking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To be seen<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Serra de Tramuntana, Sa Dragonera, La Trapa, Puig de Galatz\u00f3, Puig des Teix, La Granja, Vall de S\u00f3ller\nTrapa, Puig de Galatz\u00f3, Puig des Teix, La Granja, Vall de S\u00f3ller,\nL'Ofre, C\u00faber, Tossals Verds, Puig de Massanella, Monastery of Lluc, Puig de Mar\u00eda, Castell de\nLluc, Puig de Mar\u00eda, Castell d'Alar\u00f3<\/p>\n\n\n\n


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Stages GR221 - La Ruta de la Piedra Seca (Dry Stone Route)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n