The Far de Tramuntana on the island of Sa Dragonera

(S/E) Set off from the landing stage. Walk past the nature reserve centre and join the main track.

(1) Turn right just before the huts along the track. Climb gently up above Cala Lado, the small cove where the landing stage is located. Pass a picnic area near a viewpoint (closed in April 2019) and continue along a narrower, stony path that passes beneath a tower.
After a short climb, where you may spot plenty of lizards, rejoin the main track.

(2) Continue along the track, turning right. Follow it along the cliff-top path until you reach the Far de Tramunatana.

(3) From the lighthouse, there’s a lovely view of the Far Vell, the island’s highest peak, as well as the west coast of Mallorca and the start of the Serra de Tramuntana. Then retrace your steps back to the crossroads near the tower.

(2) Continue straight on along the track until you reach the Cala Llado track.

(1) Head down to the landing stage just below (S/E).

To get to the island, take the ferry from the small harbour at Sant Elm. Allow around €14 per person.

This hike is not recommended for people with herpetophobia (fear of reptiles, particularly lizards).

During the walk, children will be delighted to spot lizards. Otherwise, there are lovely views of the Mallorcan coast and the foothills of the Serra de Tramuntana.

From the same starting point, you can climb to the island’s highest point, Far Vell (349m). Allow around 2 to 3 hours.