Exploring the beautiful Fornalutx, Soller, and Calla Deia by car
We rented a 4-seater semi-automatic car from OK Cars in town centre for 42 euros (37.61 pounds) for a day. Since we are going to explore 3 places today, we figured it is more practical to drive rather than take the tram (which is priced at 6 euros per ticket), and since there were no buses available to get to Fornalutx and only limited available buses to get to other towns from Soller due to the Firo festival.
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| Driving to Fornatlux |
It was also scorching hot that day and to hike to Fornalutx would be counter-productive. Although if that is what you prefer, among the most famous hiking trails from Soller to Fornalutx is the Figuera Path. Go early in the morning so that it is still cool enough to hike. The path takes about 45 to 60 minutes, depending on your pace really. It's also among the easiest hiking trails in Soller. I read in some forums that it's also among the busiest in the sense that in peak season, sometimes, you'd have to wait a couple of minutes to let other hikers pass by an obstacle. They advised to go on weekdays. You can also cycle towards the town.
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| Towards Fornalutx town centre |
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| Who wouldn't fall in love with this view at Fornalutx? |
FORNALUTX
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| Fornalutx view of Tramuntana |
Driving to this beautiful place from Puerto only takes about 16 minutes. Since it was a Sunday, there were free parking spaces in Fornalutx, which was very convenient for us.
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| Traditional Spanish cobbled street |
Dubbed as the prettiest village in Spain, Fornalutx is a small and quaint Spanish town nestled high up the Tramuntana mountain range overlooking the Soller valley. It offers spectacular views of the mountain range, and is surrounded by groves of orange and lemon providing that traditional rustic countryside feel. Since the opening of the Túnel de Sóller, this breathtaking town has become more accessible. The preserved cobbled streets and traditional façades of the buildings will no doubt make you fall in love with Fornalutx.
What to do:
- Enjoy and indulge on traditional Spanish architecture by just having a relaxed stroll along its narrow streets
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| Spanish street crossing |
- Don't miss the most photographed street of Fornalutx, Carrer Metge Mayol
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| Carrer Metge Mayol |
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| At the prettiest street in Fornalutx |
- Have a rest break at Plaça d'España
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| Restaurants at Plaça d'España |
- See the church overlooking the Plaça
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| Steps towards the church at Plaça d'España |
- Try a refreshing drink from the water continuously flowing from a tap along Carrer de Església
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| Along Carrer de Església |
- Find the bend along Carrer Olivar offering a great view of Spanish houses with the mountain range as its backdrop
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| Tramuntana Mountain Range |
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| Carrer Olivar |
- Buy freshly baked items from the local bakery, Panaderia de Fornalutx
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| Panaderia de Fornalutx |
- Grab a bite at either Restaurant Café Med (rated no. 1; offering a good range of cuisine and wine but requiring reservation as they only have 6 tables) or Calzone Pizzeria (rated no. 3; offering traditional menu of tapas and superb pizzas with affordable prices)
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| Lunch at Calzone Pizzeria (spent only 13.2 euros pp: we ordered 2 pizzas and 2 plates of pasta good for sharing among 4 pax!) |
Calzone Pizzeria
- Service: really friendly staff, prompt service
- Price: affordable/budget-friendly ($)
- Serving: generous
- Taste/food: good tasting pizzas and pastas
- Ambiance: great views either indoors or outdoors
Fornalutx is a 'must' travel destination in Mallorca, especially if you're staying in Soller.
Recommended length of stay in Fornalutx: to really savour the place, I recommend allotting half a day; or about 3-4 hours (with food break).
