Cape Formentor: A natural paradise on the island of Majorca

  • From 1 June to 30 September 2023, it will not be possible to drive up to the Cape of Formentor from 10h to 22.30h.
El cabo de formentor en verano

Cape Formentor is an impressive rocky promontory located on the north coast of the island.
of Mallorca, in the Balearic Islands of Spain. This cape is a popular tourist destination due to
its natural beauty, its breathtaking panoramic views of the Mediterranean and its rich history.

The cape is located about 20 kilometres from the town of Alcúdia, and can be reached at
through a winding and picturesque road that winds its way through the mountains. The road, which
is an attraction in its own right, stretching for some 13 kilometres, and offers visitors
breathtaking views of the coastal landscape and the surrounding mountains.

Once you get to the top of Cape Formentor, you will be rewarded with views
spectacular views of the Mediterranean and the rocky coastline stretching east and west.
From the viewpoint of Mirador del Mal Pas, you can see the bay of Pollença and the peninsula of La
Victoria to the south, while to the north, the coast drops steeply into the Mediterranean Sea.

Faro de Formentor
Start of the forbidden path

In addition to the panoramic views, Cape Formentor is a place of great historical importance.
In the 19th century, the lighthouse of Cape Formentor was built on the cape to guide the ships that
sailed the Mediterranean, and it is still in operation today. In addition, during
the Spanish Civil War, Cape Formentor was a strategic location for the Republican forces.
due to its location at the top of the mountain.

Nowadays, Cabo Formentor is a popular tourist destination, and has a variety of
outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy. Tourists can enjoy a
hike along the coast, have a picnic in the natural landscape, or just sit down and
enjoy panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. There are also opportunities to
water sports such as kayaking and windsurfing.

In short, Cape Formentor is a natural paradise that offers breathtaking views
scenic landscapes, a rich history and a wide variety of outdoor activities for the
visitors. If you are planning to visit the island of Mallorca, this impressive rocky promontory is
definitely a place you won't want to miss.

IMPORTANT:
It is important to bear in mind that during the summer months, the Cape of Formentor is a
very popular destination for tourists, and the road leading there can be very
congested and congested, which can affect road safety and the environment. By
Therefore, a regulation has been put in place to restrict vehicle access to Cabo de
Formentor in an effort to preserve the environment and improve safety in the
road.
From 1 June to 30 September 2023, it shall not be possible to drive on the Cape of
Formentor from 10 a.m. to 10.30 p.m. (these dates change every year).
Road and kilometre points with access prohibition: Ma-2210, km-2 to km-19.6

Therefore, if you wish to visit the Cape of Formentor during the summer months, it is
It is advisable to take a tourist bus, or to make the excursion on foot or by bicycle.

Whether you are going to drive on this road on the dates when it is allowed, or if you are going to drive on this road on the dates when it is allowed.
If you do the route on foot or by bicycle, we recommend that you pay close attention to the road and do not
exceed the recommended speed levels. During the route you may find yourself on the
curves with buses, groups of cyclists, hikers or even wild goats!

The road up to Cape Formentor has some dangerous sections
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