The ultimate get-away-from-it-all walk — charcoal tracks, gnarled olives and dappled holm-oak forest where the quiet is total.
Good for anyone reasonably fit and happy with a few hours on their feet over uneven ground. No special experience needed.
From the manor estate of Son Fortesa, on the edge of Puigpunyent, the path climbs steadily along old charcoal-burners' tracks to reach terraces of ancient olive trees, a spring, wild goats and a tumbledown farmhouse — glimpses of how the inland island worked a century ago.
Then you are into dense holm-oak forest, all shifting light and shade, past a lime kiln, before a cobbled trail descends across terracing with far-reaching mountain views and fine examples of Mallorcan dry-stone walling. A couple of kilometres of back road bring you into Puigpunyent and its bars.
Guide’s tipThis one is about the quiet — phones away, walk softly, and let the guide point out the charcoal platforms and the lime kiln you’d otherwise walk straight past.
Before you go A morning at Son Puig: how the Walk & Wine day works
Starts at Son Fortesa estate, Puigpunyent and comes back round to the same spot. It's in the South West of the Serra de Tramuntana.
Approximate start area. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. We send exact directions and the meeting time when you book, and can arrange a transfer or point you to the bus.
We usually meet mid-morning at the start point. Plan on about 3.5 hours of walking plus stops for photos, a breather and something to eat — so, back by mid-afternoon, depending on the group. Your guide confirms the exact meeting time and place when you book.
A private guide booked exclusively for your party, plus civil liability and accident insurance. Transport, food and drinks are not included — your guide will suggest where to stop.
Sturdy walking boots with ankle support, a 25–30 L daypack, at least 1.5 L of water, snacks, sun protection and a light waterproof. Walking poles help on the steeper, stonier sections. See the full what to bring list for a day's walking.
The walk starts at Son Fortesa estate, Puigpunyent, in the South West of the Serra de Tramuntana. There is parking near the start if you drive; otherwise we can arrange a private transfer or point you to the nearest bus. We send exact directions and the meeting time once you have booked.
It is graded Moderate. You will want to be comfortable with 250 m of climbing and around 3.5 hours on your feet over uneven ground, but no special experience is needed. If you are not sure, tell us how you usually walk and we will be honest about whether it fits.
Yes, on a private walk — just tell us their ages in advance so we set the right pace. Parents look after their own children throughout, including carrying younger ones.
Good most of the year. From late spring the open climbs get hot, so we start earlier in the day — or point you to a shadier route. Just ask when you book.
Tell us your date and group size and we'll confirm a private guide for your party.
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