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Soller to Deia
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/ Views at the half way point of the walkPhoto: Iain Douglas, Macs Adventure -
/ Walk into the quirky town of DeiaPhoto: Iain Douglas, Macs Adventure
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/ Bus location stop in DeiaPhoto: Iain Douglas, Macs Adventure
Safety information
There are some sections of rocky terrain so make sure you watch your footing as you pass these sections.Tips and hints
Food & Drink
Soller has countless cafés and restaurants where you can eat before heading off, and a number of supermarkets where you can stock up prior to departing – all clustered on or near the town square. There is a very pleasant café/bar at the half way point on today’s walk, where it is recommended you stop – if only for the views. Deia, offers limited food retail outlets, but a number of fine cafés and restaurants.
Points of interest
Jardi Botanic de Soller
The Sóller Botanic Garden was founded in 1985 and opened to the public in 1992. It is a centre for the conservation, study and understanding of the Mediterranean flora, and specifically that of the Balearic Islands. You’ll pass by the entrance to the gardens on today’s walk
Ferrocarril de Sóller
The historic electric train takes a route north from the capital across the plains, winding through mountains and 13 tunnels of the Serra de Tramuntana, finally ending in the large railway station of the northern town of Sóller. Work began on the railway in 1911, funded by the profits of the orange and lemon trade, which at the time was booming. For this reason, it is sometimes known as the ‘Orange Express’. The famous train is now not only a mode of transport between these two key Mallorcan settlements, but also an attraction in itself. You will cross the line twice on today’s walk – you may be lucky enough to see a train as they are quite frequent.
Deia
Long established as an artists’ colony, Deia’s most notable resident was the English poet Robert Graves who live there in the 1930s. There is a museum in his former house, and numerous references to him throughout the town
Cala Deia
The small sheltered beach near the town is famed for the tradition of naked swimming – a tradition allegedly started by Robert Graves himself. It is not compulsory however
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Turn-by-turn directions
These maps and routes are designed to be used in conjunction with our traditional turn-by-turn route notes. We are have recently embarked on a conversion initiative to bring the two elements together, and this itinerary will be covered in due course.
In the meantime, using the two elements alongside each other should go a long way to ensure you have a safe, enjoyable and problem free day.
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Equipment
Basic Equipment for Hiking
- Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Hiking socks
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
- Sunglasses
- Hiking poles
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- First aid kit
- Kit para bolhas
- Bivy / survival bag
- Survival blanket
- Headlamp
- Pocket knife
- Whistle
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
- Emergency contact details
- ID
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
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