Walking Mallorca: get captivated by historic castles

Few imaginations can fail to be animated by tales of feuding parties. The Middle Ages were fraught with historic battles between the Moors and the Christians. Such fierce combats helped to mould and shape the lands on which they took place. Today your feet can carry you to many a historic spot bearing the marks of sieges gone by. Why not historic adventures with walking Mallorca? The Alaro Castle excursion is a great choice.

Walkers of all abilities can tackle the Alaro Castle walk. Sure there are some steep spots along the way but nothing insurmountable or even problematic. Launch your historic walking Mallorca tour on the road lying between Alaro and Orient. Onwards you will go tracing the edge of olive grove fringed Orient valley. Fragrant air and tranquil surrounds make it easy to really soak up the scenery.

Soon your path will take on a winding quality cutting through woodlands of all holm oaks. Ancient cobblestones presently replace the smoother path signaling your approach to the spectacular castle ruins. Along the way you’ll be treated to ranging views of Palma plains giving way to blue Mediterranean Sea beyond.

Standing aloft on rocky mountainscape, Castle Alaro cuts a truly imposing figure in the landscape. When you explore this Mallorca icon by walking you’ll stand some 800m above sea level. Admire the captivating stone castle and chapel ruins that seem almost at one with their stony mountain home.   

Soon the holm oak woods give way to reveal Es Verger, the famous ‘lamb’ restaurant. Sorry vegetarians. This renowned restaurant has gained high acclaim as serving the best lamb in Mallorca. A shoulder of lamb cooked in an ancient oven may just distract you from the heart-racing tales of Moor and Christian battles.

Please let us recommend a rural boutique hotel located in this region, S’Olivaret, offering:

•    Agrotourism status with 27 welcoming rooms 
•    Idyllic surrounds nestled among olive groves
•    Interesting history as a 200 year old olive oil mill
•    Gourmet restaurant and well-stocked wine celllar

Want to know more about boutique rural hotels Mallorca? Our friendly team would be thrilled to help you embark on some of the best walking adventures Mallorca has to offer. Not to mention connecting you with great boutique rural hotels too. We specialise in matching tourists to Mallorca hotels that match their personal requirements. Give us a call on 020 3239 4983 (UK number) or get in touch via our contact form.