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Serra de Tramuntana
Description
The Serra de Tramuntana is a walking and natural area along the north-west coast of Mallorca, whose cultural landscape has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
UNESCO World Heritage in the North-West
The mountain range stretches along the north-western coast of the island. The cultural landscape of the Serra de Tramuntana holds UNESCO World Heritage status — a designation that underlines the exceptional significance of this mountain region far beyond its natural beauty.
Walking, Cycling and Driving
The Serra de Tramuntana offers walking trails of moderate difficulty, as well as the chance to explore the area by bike or by car. Travelling the full length of the range — say, from Port de Pollença to Sant Elm — takes you through numerous mountain villages, including Fornalutx and Sóller, and rewards you with mountains, sea views and fresh mountain air.
Location & Surroundings
The mountain range sits in the north-west of Mallorca. The postcode for the area is 07184. Further information about the region is available on the official website serradetramuntana.net.
Facilities & services
Pets
Dogs outside
Services
- Guided nature park excursion
Good to know
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Serra de Tramuntana a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Yes, the cultural landscape of the Serra de Tramuntana has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
How difficult are the walking trails in the Serra de Tramuntana?
The area offers a number of walking trails of moderate difficulty.
Can you explore the Serra de Tramuntana without walking?
Yes, the mountain range is also well suited to trips by car or by bike.
What UNESCO status does this landscape have?
It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Cultural Landscape category on 29 June 2011.
What does the Cultural Landscape category mean?
The Cultural Landscape category refers to the result of the interaction between natural and human factors.
How has agriculture shaped this landscape?
Millennia-old agriculture transformed the terrain and created an interconnected network of water-management mechanisms between different plots of feudal origin.
What does the consortium do to conserve the landscape?
The consortium promotes policies to improve and conserve the landscape’s tangible and intangible elements and values, with the participation of people who live and work there.
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