Sa Calobra & Torrent de Pareis
Sa Calobra / Torrent de Pareis
A 270-degree “tie knot” loop road descends to a small seaside bay, and a rock tunnel leads to the pebble beach at the mouth of the gorge.
Sa Calobra is a small bay on the north coast of the Serra de Tramuntana. The Ma-2141 road drops about 800 m over roughly 12 km from the mountain pass to the sea, with dozens of tight hairpin bends. At one point the road loops over itself, passing beneath its own route, which is nicknamed the “tie knot.” It is one of Europe's most famous routes for driving and road cycling. Once at the sea, a path cut into the cliff and two rock tunnels lead about 10 minutes to the mouth of the Torrent de Pareis gorge. There, cliffs rising 200 to 300 m frame a white pebble beach and emerald-green water. The scenery is breathtaking, and choral concerts are often held here in summer. Experienced hikers can trek through the gorge from upstream at Escorca, following the dry riverbed for 4 to 6 hours. The route involves climbing and is dangerous after rain, so it is best done with a guide. The car park charges a fee and fills up quickly in summer. You can also reach the area by boat from Port de Sóller (about 45 minutes, seasonal). For the fullest experience, take the boat one way and the bus the other. The roads are narrow and winding, with many buses and cyclists. Those prone to car sickness should take care. The beach has no shade, so bring water and sun protection.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Fornalutx
- Barranc de Biniaraix
- Sanctuary of Lluc
- Sóller & Vintage Train
- Jardins d'Alfàbia
- Deià
- Son Marroig & Sa Foradada
- Valldemossa