Duration
8 hours
Best Time
Any time
Price
Free
Walking
Minimal walking
About Serra de Tramuntana (Ma-10 Drive)
The Ma-10 is a mountain road running 90 km along the northwest coast of Mallorca from Andratx to Pollenca, through the UNESCO-listed Serra de Tramuntana. It is one of the best drives in Europe: hairpin bends, tunnel sections, viewpoints overlooking 300-metre drops to the sea, and stone villages that appear around corners. Drive south to north for the best views (the coast opens up on your right). Allow a full day with stops in Valldemossa, Deia, and Soller.
The road is narrow in sections, so rent a small car: anything bigger than a Seat Ibiza might cause stress through the tightest bends. In summer, tour buses use the road between 10 AM and 4 PM, so start early or you'll be stuck behind a German coach doing 20 km/h.
Budget €15-20 for parking in the main villages. Valldemossa gets packed by noon, but the Real Cartuja monastery (€9.50) is worth seeing as this is where Chopin spent his winter. In Deia, skip the overpriced Hotel La Residencia lunch and grab a bocadillo at Ca'n Costa for €6. The Sa Foradada viewpoint, 15 minutes past Deia, offers a good photo opportunity without the crowds.
Soller is your logical lunch stop. Park at the train station (€3 for 4 hours) and walk five minutes to Cafe Scholl for excellent German-run coffee and cake. The orange groves have a lovely scent in spring, but by August the heat will make the car journey uncomfortable without air conditioning. Fill up your tank in Soller as petrol stations are scarce on the mountain sections.
Insider Tips
Drive south to north (Andratx to Pollenca) for the best coastal views on your right. Start before 9 AM to beat tour buses. The section between Valldemossa and Soller is the most dramatic. Rent a small car. Fill up in Palma first, petrol stations are sparse in the mountains.
Getting There
Skip the queue: Book tickets online to avoid the ticket line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 8 hours.
Serra de Tramuntana (Ma-10 Drive) is in the Southwest Coast neighborhood of Mallorca. The address is Serra de Tramuntana, Balearic Islands, Spain. The area is well-served by metro.
Yes, entry is free. There may be optional paid exhibits or activities, but the main experience costs nothing.
This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Parts are outdoors, so bring a light layer.
Nearby in Southwest Coast
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