Mallorca is the largest and most famous of the Balearic Islands. Together with the Pine Islands, it forms an autonomous community within the Spanish state.
About 800,000 people live here on a total of 3,640 square km. The Majorcans usually speak Catalan to each other, in a special dialect typical to the island, Mallorquí. This has also been recognized as an official language since 1983.
About 800,000 people live here on a total of 3,640 square km. The Majorcans usually speak Catalan to each other, in a special dialect typical to the island, Mallorquí. This has also been recognized as an official language since 1983.
The landscape on the coast is characterized by small coves, beaches and cliffs, while visitors to the interior can expect the charm of unspoiled Majorcan towns and mountain ranges.
With a comfortable 20°C already in spring and into the autumn, the island is ideal for long treks and cycling tours. Even those wishing to escape the Northern European winter are well served here: The so-called "calmes", or "small summer" leads to the famous almond blossoms in January.
With a comfortable 20°C already in spring and into the autumn, the island is ideal for long treks and cycling tours. Even those wishing to escape the Northern European winter are well served here: The so-called "calmes", or "small summer" leads to the famous almond blossoms in January.
