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A Hill Climb Through the Villages
A road cycling route starting from Cala Rajada
An adventurous ride through scenic villages with a challenging ascent
![Map miniature of "A Hill Climb Through the Villages" cycling inspiration in Illes Balears, Spain. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/spain/illes-balears/cala-rajada/road/63389.webp)
This route takes you through the charming villages of Son Servera, Manacor, Montuïri, and Artà. With a total ascent of 1054 meters over 124 kilometers, it offers a challenging ride for experienced cyclists. The highlights of this route include the Son Servera village at 13 kilometers, known for its picturesque streets and traditional market, and the Puig de la Font at 13 kilometers, a notable incline that rewards riders with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. As you pass through Manacor at 27 kilometers, you'll have the chance to soak in the town's cultural heritage, including the historic church of Sant Antoni Abat. Moving on, Vilafranca de Bonany at 39 kilometers offers a welcoming pitstop, known for its impressive sanctuary, Santuari de Bonay. The route also takes you through the historic town of Montuïri at 51 kilometers, home to the famous Punt Blau overlook point. As you near the end, don't miss the opportunity to visit Puig Moltó at 55 kilometers, a challenging climb with panoramic views. Costitx greets you at 66 kilometers, known for its astronomical observatory, Can Catarel. Passing through Llubí at 75 kilometers, riders can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the town's central square And if you appreciate history, a detour to Son Real at 96 kilometers is worth exploring, where you can discover the remains of an ancient necropolis and the Son Real archaeological site. Finally, at 107 kilometers, you'll reach Morell, a small village known for its traditional lifestyle and local delicacies. The route concludes at Capdepera after 113 kilometers, where you can visit an impressive medieval castle and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding area.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Cala Rajada:
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![Image of Capdepera](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/illes-balears/capdepera-4.webp)
![Image of Artà](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/illes-balears/arta-5.webp)
![Image of Son Servera](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/illes-balears/son-servera-4.webp)
![Image of Porto Cristo](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/illes-balears/porto-cristo-4.webp)
![Image of Manacor](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/illes-balears/manacor-4.webp)
![Image of Can Picafort](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/illes-balears/can-picafort-4.webp)
![Image of Santa Margalida](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/illes-balears/santa-margalida-5.webp)
![Image of Port d'Alcúdia](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/illes-balears/port-d-alcudia-3.webp)
![Image of Petra](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/illes-balears/petra-4.webp)