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The 5 best cycling routes in Cala Mesquida

Written by Elisabeth Blue | Feb 4, 2019 10:26:16 AM

The island of Mallorca has all the best ingredients needed to put together any dish to satisfy the most gourmet of cycling palates. A magnificent climate, dreamy sea views and mountain landscapes that can be crossed via the more than 1200km of secondary roads that are totally suitable and ready for cycling on all of this, and more, make it the ideal environment for even the keenest of cyclists.

In addition, many professional and amateur cycling events are organised in Mallorca. Are you ready for the cycling routes of Majorca?

Cala Mesquida cycling routes

There are countless cycling routes all over the island. But if we focus on Cala Mesquida - a beach that has beautiful turquoise water, fine-sand dunes and the purest of Mediterranean forests - we recommend the following five routes:

1. Sa Bassa-Arenalet D'Albarca-Aubarca-Cala Torta-Cala Mesquida

Distance: 37.5km

Difficulty: difficult

Before taking on this route you need to ensure your legs have been through enough biking hours because this one is hilly and challenging. Having said that, the views more than makes up for the effort!

2. Cala Mesquida - Sa Duaia

Distance: 17.52km

Difficulty: Moderate

A good opportunity to get to know the area around Cala Mesquida during a short but intense ride.

3. Cala Mesquida-Puig Figuer

Distance: 17.94km

Difficulty: Difficult

This route is a similar distance to the previous one but is more complicated. The landscapes, however, are just as beautiful.

4. Cala Mesquida - Parc de Llevant

Distance: 42.2km

Difficulty: Very difficult.

This route is not suitable for cyclists who are just starting out or who are not in good physical shape. Indeed, it is quite a test even for genuine two-wheeled gladiators.

5. Cala Mesquida- Cala Ratjada

Distance: 53.6km

Difficulty: Moderate

This route starts and finishes at two coves that could compete with each other in terms of beauty and nature in its purest form. It would be very difficult, however, to pick a winner because both are in the premier league. It is undoubtedly our favourite cycling route for cycling with family and friends, provided they are up to a certain level in terms of cycling without an engine.

Make the most of your time at Cala Mesquida by staying at VIVA Cala Mesquida Resort & Spa

The VIVA Cala Mesquida Resort & Spa Aparthotel is a great option for enjoying a holiday or a few days' rest with your family, relaxing and playing sport.

The location is perfect and it has all the facilities you need: swimming pools to suit everyone, including a heated outdoor pool so that you can swim almost any time of the year. Children will very much  enjoy the Pirate Water Boat and Miniclub.

The choice of adult water activities is another strong point: The Balneum Spa offers the best wellness treatments and there are 2 large outside jacuzzis.

And not forgetting: relaxation is guaranteed with the exceptional views of Cala Mesquida.