From Port d'Andratx to Port de Sóller

Day 1: From Port d'Andratx to La Trapa

This first stage of the Ruta de la Pedra en Sec (GR 221) begins in the picturesque Port d'Andratx and extends to La Trapa, an old monastery in ruins. Lasting approximately 3.5 hours, this route offers spectacular views of the sea and the Tramuntana mountains, including the island of Sa Dragonera, a protected nature reserve. The trail takes you through a mixture of coastal and mountain scenery, where you can enjoy the scent of pine trees and the presence of local lizards.

From Port d'Andratx, start by taking carrer Aldea Blanca and then carrer de Cala d'Egos, which soon becomes a track. You will cross the Coll des Vent and, after passing under some telecommunications antennas, you will have to keep an eye out for the milestones on the right that mark the start of the path towards the Pas Vermell. Continue on this track for about 15 minutes, then turn right after a steep descent. As you progress, you will pass a chain and a barrier before reaching a col.

The path continues to the left in the direction of Sant Elm. Along the route, you will find two lime kilns, built using the traditional dry stone technique.

In Sant Elm, follow the pedestrian walkway to Avinguda de la Trapa, which becomes Camí de Can Tomeví. When you reach an area where the houses are on your right, continue along a narrow path that crosses a track. From here, you will ascend for 40 minutes until you reach a pass, and then descend in about five minutes to La Trapa.

Unfortunately La Trapa has no shelter. However, it is an ideal area for camping. To do so, you need to register in advance with the GOB, the entity that manages the area.

Day 2: From La Trapa to Estellencs

This is a long and demanding route, lasting about 7 hours, with a difference in altitude of 800 metres. Along the way, you will find the private refuge of Ses Fontanelles and the Refugi de Sa Coma d'en Vidal, which is only open to groups.

Start the day climbing up the track from La Trapa. You will soon turn off to the left onto a path that will take you close to Punta Fabioler. The path turns right and leads you to a track that will take you to the Coll de sa Gremola.

From Coll de sa Gremola, continue to the Ma-10 road, where you turn left and continue until km 104.4. There, take a track until you reach the Pas Gran. You pass two stairs and continue to a well and a ruined cottage. It then climbs towards the Pas d'en Ponsa to some terraces and a threshing floor. From there, descend to the left towards the Font des Quer. Continue along a wide path, cross a wall and continue until you cross another partition wall. Around 15 minutes later, you will arrive at the Sa Coma d'en Vidal Refuge.

From the refuge, continue along the track until you reach the road, where you take a narrow track on the right towards the Ma-10. Cross the road and follow a new track for about 5 minutes, turning right until you reach the Ma-10 again. Continue along the road until km 95.6, where you turn left and reach Estellencs in about 20 minutes.

Day 3: From Estellencs to Esporles

This medium-difficulty stage lasts about 5 hours and takes you through breathtaking scenery. The route runs alongside the Mediterranean and passes through three picturesque villages: Estellencs, Banyalbufar and Esporles. These places, characterised by their stillness and beauty, are considered by many Majorcans as ideal places to live.

Starting from Estellencs, follow the road in the direction of Banyalbufar until a bend to the right at km 93.9. There, take the path to the left and continue until the path rejoins the road. Follow it until km 92.2, where you will turn off onto a concrete track that passes in front of the houses of Son Serralta de Dalt. The path will take you through the forest, crossing a dividing wall and a stream. Continue uphill until you reach a wide path, and then turn left to the Es Rafal gate. From there, follow the track to Banyalbufar.

From Banyalbufar Town Hall, take Jeroni Albertí street, which climbs up between terraces. It crosses a track and continues uphill on a cobbled path that then levels out in a wood. After crossing two walls, the path begins to descend. Cross the road and continue parallel to it for about 10 minutes before crossing it again. From there, continue until you reach a street that will take you directly to the church of Esporles, where the stage ends. Refugio Son Trias is located about five minutes from the centre of the village, offering accommodation and a camping area.

Day 4: From Esporles to Deià

This fourth stage is of medium difficulty, but long, with a duration of 6 and a half hours, crossing incredible landscapes of the Sierra de Tramuntana. The route starts in Esporles and takes you to Deià, passing through Valldemossa. Ascend along cobbled paths, highlighting the historic Camí de s'Arxiduc, and you will pass through holm oak forests and ancient remains of forestry activities, before descending towards the picturesque village of Deià.

From the church of Esporles, cross the road and go up the Camí des Bosc until you reach Can Buades. From there, continue along the Sa Coma Llobera track, passing through coal bunkers and dividing walls until you reach the Coll de Sant Jordi. Then descend along a bridle path that finally takes you to Valldemossa. The landscape changes between holm oak forests, old coal bunkers and traditional houses of the area.

From the bus stop in Valldemossa, head towards carrer de les Oliveres and follow the Camí del Teix. If you can't enter the "Montaña del Voltor" estate due to lack of permission, follow the Camí de ses Basses. Climb up to the Pla des Pouet, located at an altitude of 685 metres, where you can see the remains of ancient livestock and agricultural activities, such as coal bunkers and roters. There, continue along the path that will lead you to a water cistern.

Before the cistern, turn right towards the Coll de Son Gallard and enter the Camí de s'Arxiduc, built by Archduke Luis Salvador in the 19th century. From there, enjoy the spectacular views of the hut - refuge at Talaia Vella, La Foradada, Cala de Deià and Puerto de Sóller.

The path skirts the cliffs for about 20 minutes, offering breathtaking panoramic views, before you begin the descent towards Deià, guided by milestones. You will cross the dividing line between Valldemossa and Deià, entering the latter, passing through holm oaks and natural viewpoints with views of La Foradada and Son Marroig.

Descend through the Cingles de Son Rul·lan, a spectacular and steep stretch that will take you into a thick holm oak forest, where the path follows numerous bends and reveals the remains of old coal bunkers. When you reach an old coal bunker with a well-preserved bread oven, continue straight on along the bridle path, which then turns into a cart track and enters an olive grove.

Return to the main path, cross a gate between high stone walls, and pass by the houses of Son Borràs. The dirt track you follow will take you to the Ma-10 Valldemossa-Deià road. Cross the road and follow the pedestrian walkway until you reach the car park in Deià, thus ending your route.

Day 5: From Deià to Port de Sóller

The fifth and last stage of the route is of low difficulty and lasts approximately 3 hours. It starts in the charming mountain village of Deià and ends in Sóller, passing through some of the most varied and beautiful landscapes on the island of Majorca.

From Deià, the path follows the coast, offering spectacular views of the sea. You will have the option of stopping at Cala Deià before the path ascends and enters a lush forest. As you go on, the sea fades from view and you find yourself surrounded by villas hidden in nature. The trail is dotted with traditional dry-stone buildings and it is common to see sheep in the nearby fields. The stage ends at the Refugio La Muleta, located in a wonderful setting with panoramic views.

From the refuge, the path climbs briefly before joining the road. After crossing the road several times and following some asphalted tracks and cobbled paths, you will reach the Cap Gros lighthouse, from where it will only take you about 30 minutes to reach the seafront promenade of Port de Sóller. This section ends with a gentle walk to the port, bringing your 5-day trip through the Sierra de Tramuntana to a close.