February 18, 2026, 3:58 pm | Read time: 3 minutes
Mallorca has a new hiking trail for active vacationers—and it’s quite a challenge. The “East Mallorca GR 226” has officially opened, stretching about 100.4 kilometers. For the first time, it connects the municipalities of eastern Llevant into a continuous long-distance hiking trail.
As reported by “Mallorca Magazin,” the new route was officially opened on February 17, 2026. This follows six years of planning and construction. Unlike the famous Ruta de Pedra en Sec in the Tramuntana Mountains, the GR 226 features gentler landscapes, moderate ascents, and well-maintained paths. The goal is to extend the hiking season on Mallorca and give tourism a more sustainable profile—far from just beach vacations.
Four Stages Through the Llevant
The new long-distance trail connects the five Llevant municipalities of Artà, Capdepera, Manacor, Sant Llorenç des Cardassar, and Son Servera. These municipalities initiated the project, which was implemented in collaboration with the island council (Consell de Mallorca). The investment costs amounted to nearly one million euros.
The route is divided into four stages, covering about 89.6 kilometers of core route, supplemented by two additional paths. Hikers can spread the journey over several days. The route leads through diverse landscapes. It goes past almond and olive groves, through hilly agricultural areas, along traditional dry stone walls, and down to the coast. Notable points include sections near Cala Agulla and Cala Mesquida.
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With relatively low elevation changes, the “GR 226” is considered technically easy and is suitable for less experienced hikers. Families, leisure hikers, or active vacationers who want to experience Mallorca away from crowded paths will find a new alternative here.
The aim is to extend the tourist season and attract additional visitors, especially in the spring and fall months. Hotels, small guesthouses, cafes, and restaurants in the east of the island benefit from this, as do local providers of hiking and nature experiences. The “GR 226” is intended not only as a hiking trail but also as an economic stimulus for the region.
Complement to “GR 221” and “GR 222”
With the “GR 226,” Mallorca’s network of long-distance hiking trails continues to grow. Already established are the “GR 221” through the Serra de Tramuntana—a challenging route from Port d’Andratx to Port de Pollença—and the “GR 222” between Artà and the Lluc Monastery.
Together, the three major routes now total around 600 kilometers of marked hiking trails. While the “GR 221” is considered sporty and somewhat challenging, the new “GR 226” is deliberately positioned as an accessible alternative with moderate difficulty.