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Location and AccessThis route to Cap de Ses Salines begins at kilometre 5,2 of the MA 6100 road, which goes from Ses Salines to Santanyí. Due to its length, you may do this excursion by car until the road to the lighthouse ends. Yet, the regular stops and waits are essential if you want to observe the maximum number of bird species. Once you leave the car, you walk for
300 metres on foot, until you arrive at a stretch of coast which has a good view of the sea and the many seabirds that over� y it.
Description of the AreaThe � rst part of the road goes through many farm lands, especially wheat and other cereal � elds, and also through orchards. When approaching the lighthouse you may see more garrigues of wild olive trees and, � nally, you arrive at a small but dense pine forest. Past the lighthouse the coastline is low and rocky, with some coves where you may easily plunge into sea if you feel like it.
Ornithological InterestsPlentiful, especially in autumn, when this area acts as a funnel that collects small migratory birds ready to leave for Africa. Fields are � lled with small birds (stonechats, weatears, pipits, redstars, � ycatchers, shrikes...) as well as partridges and stone curlews. The sky is occasionally frequented by booted eagles, falcons and other birds of prey and, over the sea, you may often see (in some periods of the year, quite frequently) balearic and Cory’s shearwaters, Audouin’s gulls or shags, to name the most common birds.
Location and AccessThis almost circular route begins in Colònia de Sant Jordi, near the road which borders the salt pans of S’Avall. From there you should go towards playa del Cotó and once you reach the coast, keep going until you arrive at the port area of Colònia de Sant Jordi, where the proposed route ends. In all, you cover 4.100 metres of plain and coastal landscape, which is very suitable for families.
Description of the AreaThis is a route that runs along an irregular, low and rocky coast, with several headlands and some small coves of crystal-clear water. Near the coast there are a few islets where numerous seabirds can be seen resting. At the beginning of the route you may see salt pans and piles of salt while, at the end, you may enjoy the presence of a large number of small boats moored in the port.
Ornithological InterestsOver the salt evaporations ponds, plovers, black-winged stilts and shelducks are frequently seen, and it will not be unusual to see some � amingos. Once you reach the coast, you should pay attention to Audouin’s gulls, shags, terns and even shearwaters that can � y far from the coast, driven by offshore winds. In winter and during the migration seasons, turnstones and other small shorebirds constantly patrol the wave splashed rocks.
Location and AccessThis route is also linear and has a longitude of 9.300 metres (18,6 kilometres round trip). We advise you to leave your vehicle in Colònia de Sant Jordi, where you can have a drink before setting out on the proposed route, or recover your lost strength on your return with a delicious meal/dinner beside the sea.
Description of the AreaThis long coastal walk, well known and frequented by local people, is one of the most beautiful and varied ones you may do on the island of Majorca. Whether you want access to the beaches and solitary coves or if you only wish to enjoy the changing landscape, you cannot leave aside this route, which, like the previous one, passes through
lands that are protected thanks to their enormous natural values.
Points of InterestAs soon as you leave Colònia de Sant Jordi, you will � nd beaches and sandy spots of great value like Es Dolç o Es Carbó. They won’t be the only ones, because if you persevere with your walk you will reach many places that are pretty and well loved like Cala En Tugores o Playa Es Caragol. The sight of numerous little costal islands, some of which maintain important archaeological � ndings (Na Guardis, Na Moltona...) will also be a gratifying reward for your efforts.
In the coastal garrigues (type of Mediterranean forest) and scrublands you will discover butter� ies of different colours, endemic warblers and stone curlews. Over the sea, the constant � ight of seagulls will contribute to a feeling of peacefulness and calmness which, without any doubt, will stay with you during your excursion and will last in your memory for ever.
The region of Ses Salines, known as Marina de Santanyí, is a � at land formed by sedimentary sandstones: the famous “piedras (stones) y mareses (sandstones) de Santanyí” so revered in the construction industry, as you may notice for the large number of disused quarries.
Much older than the quarries are the talayots and other pre-historic elements (the vast majority still remain unexcavated), silent evidence of the � rst settlers. These important monuments abound throughout the area, some of them classi� ed as points of cultural interest. Perhaps, the best well-known of all them is the settlement “el poblado d’ets Antigors” with its photogenic “Talaia Joana”.
From the Carthaginian age we also � nd numerous remains, such as the settlement of the small island of Na Guardis, where dozens of people lived dedicating their lives to trade.
More contemporary are the coastal watchtowers (to defend from pirate attacks) and barracks “de roter” (rectangular base) and “de curucull” (square base). All of them still used nowadays to house cattle.
These are just a few of the large number of historical and ethnological elements treasured by this region: caves, windmills, towers, watchtowers, moats, forti� ed elevations, roman necropolis... without neglecting salt pans (some of them still working) which are amongst the oldest in the world and gave the name to the region.
Location and AccessThis linear route extends for 12.500 metres, which can be approached both from Cala LLombards as well as from Cap de Ses Salines. You can choose the most convenient direction, but we strongly recommend walking with
the sun on your back. This way, you can better contemplate the fabulous coastal landscape which you will always have in front of you.
Description of the AreaThe route passes through a completely untouched zone of incredible beauty, which is nowadays protected at
European level due to its variety of � ora and fauna (wildlife). Also, its waters form part of a Marine Reserve where the ancient craft of � shing, such as pearly razor� sh � shing, is still appreciated and where the diving produces strong emotions and unforgettable experiences.
Points of InterestThe coast is dotted with many coves “calas” and small inlets “calons” (Caló des Moro, Cala s’Almonia, Cala Figuereta, Cala Màrmols, Olla des Bastons, Racó de ca na Bàrbara…), headlands and small cliffs (Punta de Can Barragot, Punta de sa Cresta), caves and other geological and geographical accidents which continually surprise the visitor. You can also � nd, just beside the route, some saltwater shafts and megalithic structures of notable cultural interest. The lighthouse of Cap de Ses Salines hosts a coastal research station (one of a few in the whole of Spain) thanks to the agreement signed by the Port Authority and the CSIC in 2003.
Native plants, sea birds and tortoises are other notable points of interest.
Hoopoe
Cory’s Shearwater
Ets AntigorsBottlenose dolphinSalobrar de CamposMediterranean tortoise
Cabbage white
Cleopatra butterfl y
REPRESENTATIVE BIRDS OF
Black-winged StiltElegant and very noisy bird, tirelessly patrolling the shallow water of salt
pans and brackish ponds. Quite common in Spring and Summer and rare during the rest of the year.
Audouin’s GullThis seagull is really a treasure of the Mediterranean Sea. It nests on little islands, where human presence is very scarce. Often forages for food behind � shing boats.
Cory’s ShearwaterIt can be seen from March to October, usually at some distance from the coast. It approaches land only when breeding, which it does a lot in Cabrera National Park.
Little EgretElegant bird with long legs, neck and beak, that are used to pursue and chase its prey. You will always see it in wetlands and well-preserved stretches of coastline which have got plenty of small � sh and aquatic invertebrates.
ShagSpotted on well-preserved stretches of coastline, you will see it diving after small � sh or drying its wings on a rock. Adults have a very characteristic tuft on the head.
TurnstoneShorebird often seen on the rocky coast, alone or in small groups. It forages for food (small marine invertebrates that take refuge under rocks or seaweed) in the surf zone.
Sardinian WarblerIt is one of the most common species you may � nd in garrigues and pinewoods, where you may hear its distinctive call throughout the year. It can get two broods each year, usually formed by three or four young.
MOST REPRESENTATIVE HISTORIC ELEMENTS
Location and AccessContrary to the other routes, which are all pedestrian (except the one which goes to the Cabrera National Park, where you must take a boat), this one is meant to be done by bicycle. The minimum distance between Colònia de Sant Jordi and Cala LLombards is 16,2 kilometres. Yet, the route can be made much longer if you take one of the alternatives pointed out on the map, which go along secondary roads and in some cases, like the tourist-cycling route of Can Perets, are conveniently marked.
Description of the AreaSince this is basically an agricultural and livestock zone, almost all the areas surrounding the roads are dominated by this type of landscape. Dry farming - a type of farming without irrigating, for example cereal crops, carobs, almonds and � g trees - alternate here and there with � elds of irrigated land and small woods and garrigues which make the landscape quite heterogeneous.
Points of InterestThe landscape, which has not changed from ancient times, gives an individual touch to the area. These are, in general, dry and harsh environments (this is the part of Majorca where it rains the least) but, on the other hand, you could be pleasantly surprised. Garrigues are full of rabbits and hares, stone curlews, tortoises and small orchids of amazing shapes and colours. Spread here and there on the territory you will � nd windmills, defence towers, caves, talayots and prehistoric remains, pieces of the historical and ethnological wealth which can be found throughout the marine of Santanyí.
Booted eagle
European pine marten
Location and AccessNearly circular route of 13.500 metres which you can begin wherever you consider to be the most appropriate place. Best places to leave your vehicle are the town of Ses Covetes, the pay parking near the beach of Es Trenc and the town of Colònia de Sant Jordi. In any case, and even though there are some stretches of paved road, we strongly recommend walking for the duration of the route, so that you can idly contemplate many of the nooks and landscapes.
Description of the AreaThe beach of Es Trenc is, without any doubt, the most interesting and well known untouched beach in all the island of Majorca. It boasts extensive dunes, well preserved marine grasslands and greenish-blue water. Behind the sand dunes stand out pinewoods and, behind these, the salt pans of Es Salobrar, which offer a fabulous visual and acoustic landscape, due to the great quantity of birds that gather there. Past Es Salobrar a completely new landscape is shown to the visitor and you enter the agricultural lands of Sa Barrala, where wheat and grazing pastures predominate.
Ornithological InterestsReally important. The area of Es Salobrar de Campos is, probably, where you may see the largest number of birds in all the south of Majorca. Salt pans and brackish ponds are an excellent shelter for a high quantity of shorebirds, ducks, � amingos, herons and small birds, especially in the migratory periods. You may also see ospreys, water rails and cormorants.
In the lands of Sa Barrala live short-toed and thekla larks, kestrels, harriers and corn buntings. Finally, in the sandy pinewood of Es Trenc you may see warblers, tits, cuckoos, plovers and many other species which bird and nature lovers will, undoubtedly,be delighted by.
Salt piles
Elegant bird with long legs, neck and beak, that are used to pursue and chase its prey. You will always see it in wetlands and well-preserved stretches of coastline which have got plenty of small � sh and
This seagull is really a treasure of the Mediterranean Sea. It nests on little islands, where human presence is very scarce. Often
Sardinian WarblerIt can be seen from March to October, usually at some distance from the coast. It approaches land only when breeding, which it does a lot in Cabrera
Black-winged StiltElegant and very noisy bird, tirelessly patrolling the shallow water of salt
pans and brackish ponds. Quite common in Spring and Summer and rare during the rest of the year.
Kentish PloverIt is common on beaches,
salt pans and brackish ponds. When it has eggs
or chicks and a predator comes closer, it has the curious habit of
pretending to be hurt. Thus, it diverts its attention and so prevents the loss of the brood.
In a land as beautiful and friendly as this one, the main recommendation is, simply, to enjoy it! Its beaches, coves, islands, ponds and salt pans, � ora, fauna, landscape and monuments are available to anyone who appreciates its beauty and generosity, and understands how important it is to preserve it.
In any case, some pieces of advice are always welcome for those wishing to calmly explore the different routes described on this folding map.
• In the Summer time - especially from July to September - the heat and sultry weather can become very signi� cant. Therefore, you should plan your routes and take advantage of the early hours of the day or do your walking in the late afternoon, leaving the rest of the day for swimming and relaxing. Clothes and footwear must always be appropriate.
• In autumn and winter, however, some routes may become slippery or even be partially � ooded. Water-proof boots are essential.
• If you wish to contemplate the fauna, use discrete coloured clothing to go unnoticed. Make sure you take your binoculars and your camera with you.
• Always carry mosquito repellent.
Bar-tailed godwit
Scarlet pimpernel
Talaia Joana
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Ses Salines (Mallorca)Tel.: 971 656 073 - Fax: 971 656 447
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EMERGENCIES
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Police - “Guardia Civil” ................................................................................................. 062
Firefighters .................................................................................................................... 085
COUNCIL OFFICES
Ses Salines townhall ................................................................................. 971 649 117
Colònia de Sant Jordi civic centre .......................................................... 971 656 073
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Penyal Blanc’scave
Es celler
Byzantine necropolis
Clot des Guix
Punta de n’Ensiola
Pedra Grossa
Punta des Burri
Cap de LlebeigCap de Morobutí
Cova Blava
Cap Ventós
Na Redona
Sa Conillera
Na PlanaL’Esponja
Faralló de na PobraIllot Pla
Illot de na Foradada
Na Foradada
L’Imperial
Poblat sud
Es Turó
Monument to the French
Cabrera National Park
ELEMENTS OF INTEREST IN CABRERA
· Castle (XIV-XVI century)· Museum - Celler· Monument to the French· Sa Cova Blava· Lighthouses and small islands· Seabird colonies· Dolphins and sea turtles· Birds of prey· Balearic lizards
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Byzantine necropolis
Cap VentósCap Ventós
ELEMENTS OF INTEREST IN CABRERA
MUNICIPALITYOF SANTANYÍ
MUNICIPALITYOF SES SALINES
MUNICIPALITYOF CAMPOS
Racó de ca na Bàrbara
Olla d’es Bastons
Cala Màrmols
Cala Figuereta
Cala S’Almonia
Cala Llombards
Cala Santanyí
Cala Figuera
Cala Mondragó
Platja d’es Caragol
Cala En Tugores
Platja de ses Roquetes
Platja d’es Carbó
Platja es Delfí
Platja d’es DolçPlatja d’es Port
Platja d’es Trenc
Platja de Ses Covetes
Sa Puntassa
Punta Negra
Platja d’es Cotó
Platja Estanys
Platja Es Peregons Petits
Salines desSalobrar
Estany deses Gambes
Llacunad’es Tamarells
Cap de ses Salines
Sa Punta de sa Cresta
Punta LlargaPunta d’es Baus
Punta Galera
Punta Negra
Punta de Ca’n Curt
Illot dena Moltona
Illot na Pelada
Illot d’esFrares
Illot dena Guardis
Illot na Llarga
Illot Gavina
Illot na Corberana
Illot na Cabot
Botanicactus
Church Sant Andreu
Sa Barrala
Sa Vinya
Santanyí
Es Llombards
Cas Perets
Ses Salines
Colònia deSant Jordi
Ses Covetes
Salines de S’ Avall
S’ Avall
Cala Llombards
Cala Santanyí Cala
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Portopetro
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Campos,Palma
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Ctra. Ses SalinesCtra. Colònia de Sant Jordi
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MA-6100
MA-6100
MA-6100
MA-6100
MA-6040
MA-6040
MA-6014
MA-6101
MA-6040
MA-6101
MA-6110
MA-6102
RoadCan Jordi
Sa Ràpita
MA-6110
MUNICIPALITYOF SANTANYÍ
MUNICIPALITYOF SES SALINES Cala Santanyí
Platja d’es DolçPlatja d’es Portd’es Port
Salobrar
Estany deses Gambes
Llacunad’es Tamarellsd’es Tamarellsd’es Tamarellsd’es Tamarellsd’es Tamarellsd’es Tamarells
BotanicactusBotanicactus
Church Sant AndreuChurch Sant AndreuChurch Sant Andreu
Sa Vinya
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S’ AvallS’ Avall
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FigueraFiguera
Natural ParkMondragó
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MA-6100
MA-6100
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MA-6100MA-6100
MA-6040MA-6040
MA-6101
MA-6110
MA-6102
MA-6110
Clot des GuixClot des Guix
Cap de LlebeigCap de LlebeigCap de MorobutíCap de MorobutíCap de Morobutí
Cova Blava
Na RedonaNa Redona
Sa ConilleraSa Conillera
Na PlanaNa PlanaL’EsponjaL’Esponja
Faralló de na PobraFaralló de na PobraIllot PlaIllot Pla
Illot de na ForadadaIllot de na ForadadaIllot de na ForadadaIllot de na Foradada
Na ForadadaNa Foradada
Poblat sudPoblat sud
Es TuróEs Turó
Cabrera National Park
Olla d’es Bastons
Cala Màrmols
Cala Figuereta
Cala S’Almonia
Cala Llombards
Cala Santanyí
Cala Figuera
Cala Mondragó
Sa Punta de sa Cresta
Punta LlargaPunta d’es Baus
Platja d’es Caragol
Cala En Tugores
Platja de ses Roquetes
Platja d’es Carbó
Platja es Delfí
Platja d’es Port
Platja d’es Trenc
Platja de Ses Covetes
Sa Puntassa
Punta Negra
Platja d’es Cotó
Platja Estanys
Platja Es Peregons Petits
Punta Galera
Punta Negra
Punta de Ca’n Curt
Illot dena Moltona
Illot na Pelada
Illot d’esFrares
Illot dena Guardis
Illot na Llarga
Illot Gavina
Illot na Corberana
Illot na CabotPlatja Platja Platja Platja Platja Platja
d’es Portd’es Port
Tourist office
Driving route
Ornithological route
Lighthouse
Beach
Mountain
Cycling route
Walking route
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Secondary road
Main road
To Cabrera - 1 hour from the port of Colònia de Sant Jordi
Private path
Difficulty in passing
Municipality
Archaeological sites Cap Salines - Cala Llombards
Architectural monumentsEs Trenc - Salobrar - Sa Barrala
BirdsCabrera
Ponds /Salt pansCap Salines
Land / VegetationSalinetes - coast Colònia de Sant Jordi
Boundary cross
Point of cultural interestColònia de Sant Jordi - Cala Llombards
Archaeological sites (private)Colònia de Sant Jordi - Cap Salines
Turó de s'Àguila
Na Burgues
Es Baus
Pre-historic cave
Talaies den Bariro Talaia d'en
Cama
Es Pontascave
En Braguescave
Sa Talaiola
Old town of Santanyí
Urban wall with door and tower
Ses Talaies de Cas Saig
Ses Mires’s cave
Marina de Cala Figuera
Sa Talaia Grossa
Es Forn’s cave
Ses Talaies d’Es Mitjà Gran
Pre-historic cave
Pre-historic cave
Punic centre(the biggest in Majorca)
Boat house
Ca Na FarinetaCases des Turó
Talaiot de Can Bennàsser
Talaies deCan Jordi
Son Llorenç’s cave
Son Moro’s cave
Rei’s cave
Talaiot de ses Talaies
Talaiot de Son Danús Vell
Walled settlement of Son Danús Vell
Cave ofSon Danús Vell
Es Xaberlinar
Son Peraire
Sa Pleta GranRafal Llinàs
Pre-historic cave
N’Amera(pre-historical settlement)
Can Moliner(Pre-historic cave)
Cas Perets
N’Amera petita(Talaiot)
Es Antigors de N’Amera
Can Simonet’scave
Talaiot d'Es Llombards
Pleta de cas Traginer
Son Morla’s cave
Son Morla(Pre-historic)
Es Velar’s cave
Pre-historic collectionof Son Danús
Rafel Pallà’s well
Joana’s cave
Marina’s cave Es Burcanys
Pre-historic collectionof Son Danús Vell
Ets Antigors/Talaia Joana
Roman cemeterySa Carrotja
Sa Marina Gran
Son Marge Vell
Morro deSon Coves(necropolis)
Area with several caves
Son Baco’s cave
Talaiot de Son Amer
Son Amer’s cave
Ses Salines old town (XVII-XVIII century)
Can Bonico’s towerChurch
Sant BartomeuAncient church - Sant Bartomeu
Church Sant Jordi
Es Torrent(cave)
Roman moat
Es Camp Lladó(pre-historicalsettlement )
Punic settlement
Sa Pleta Comuna
ChapelThermal springof Sant Joan
Na Gavinapunic settlement
Can Bàrbara’s tower
Ethnological park
Na Mora
Es Verger
Es Vergeret
Es Vergeret
Verger’s caveSes Boveres
Tower ofS’Avall
S’Avall
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Ses Salines
Campos
Llucmajor
Airport Son Sant Joan
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Nature ReserveS’Albufereta
Natural ParkS’Albufera
Natural ParkLlevant
Natural ParkSa Dragonera
Protected landscapeSerra de Tramuntana
Cabrera National Park
COLÒNIA DE SANT JORDI
Natural ParkMondragó
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