The Best Family Hiking Routes in Mallorca

Flat lake loops, a wetland full of birds, an old postman's path and a castle with cake at the top — seven walks the whole family can actually finish.

By Thril editor5 min read

Hiking with children in Mallorca doesn't have to mean a 1,000-metre slog. The island is full of short, flat or gently graded walks with a real payoff at the end — a reservoir ringed by mountains, a wetland alive with birds, a castle with a café in the ruins, even a boat ride to a wild offshore island. These seven are picked for that: short enough to finish, safe underfoot, and with something — a swim, a spring, a snack, a view — to keep small legs going. Distances are given so you can match the walk to your crew.

Parc Natural de s'Albufera de Mallorca

Flat, pushchair-friendly paths through the Balearics' biggest wetland, with bird hides and 30–45 minute loops. Free entry with a permit from reception.

Ermita de Betlem (Artà)

A wide gravel track up to a tiny 1805 hermitage over the Bay of Alcúdia — fine for kids from about five, with a spring and ruined houses along the way.

Camí des Correu (Esporles to Banyalbufar)

The old cobbled 'postman's path' through the woods from Esporles to terraced Banyalbufar. Walk one way, ride the bus back, finish with ice cream.

Castell d'Alaró

A bit more climb, but kids love the rock-cut steps and the castle ruins — and the summit refuge serves cake and cold drinks as the reward.

Parc Natural de sa Dragonera

A boat ride to a 'dragon island' plus the flat Na Miranda loop or the short lighthouse walk — adventure without the distance. Bring everything; no shops.

Santuari de Lluc

Lluc, Escorca, Mallorca

The mountain monastery has gentle marked paths (the Camí dels Misteris up to the Christ statue), a botanical garden and big picnic space — an easy half-day base.

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