The beautiful beach at Sa Calobra
Torrent De Pareis is arguably one of the most untouched and pristine coves that you will find on the west coast of the Mediterranean Sea. Torrent De Pareis is set beautifully within the UNESCO listed Tramuntana mountain range in Mallorca, which serves as the perfect backdrop to this exotic cove. Firmly on the sightseeing map it welcomes large numbers of tourists each summer (and some in the winter too) all coming to enjoy it’s beautiful valley and even a hidden beach!
You can begin enjoying the natural beauty even before arriving as the journey to Torrent De Pareis is just as remarkable. The road on Puig Major leading to the bay twists, turns and plunges 800 meters in just 12 kilometres, before spinning 270 degrees and looping back on itself, this part if commonly known a the Knotted Tie. Quite a ride! For those on waves rather than wheels, you will set off from Port de Soller, passing isolated coves and enjoying the unspoilt views of Puig Major.
At your destination of Sa Calobra, a 200 meter tunnel brings you to Torrent De Pareis, (which roughly translates as ‘twin streams’). The river of Torrent De Pareis starts a couple of kilometres up the mountains where the rivers Lluc and Gorg Blau meet and flow as one. Approximately 400 meters high and just 30 meters wide, this spectacular gorge has sections that have never seen the light of the day. It finally ends at an exclusive pebble beach which regularly serves as host to many picnic lunches and lazy summer evening barbeques.
The Balearic Islands are well known for their vast array of hiking routes and adventurers will especially flock to Torrent De Pareis cove during the summers. This challenging and beautiful hike is not without risk however so hikers must always come fully prepared, in good health and have a good level of capability. The weather in Torrent De Pareis is pretty unpredictable and therefore, dangerous for hiking. Flash downpours are not uncommon, even on an otherwise normal summers day. The area can quickly turn into a dangerous place in such weather. Make sure your backpack contains plenty of water, snacks, and your mobile phone. It is also recommended to leave children at home and perhaps you might even take a change of clothes and a towel if the worst should happen and you have to stay through the night.
For non hikers Torrent de Pareis can still be very much enjoyed by visiting it’s pebbly beaches and enjoying the spectacular views from one of the bars or restaurants perched at the top.
Finally, don’t leave this area before taking a small detour from Sa Calobra to Cala Tuent. This small (and less visited) sandy cove is hope to a 13th century church called Ermita de Sant Llorenc and the sea here is known to be a beautiful emerald green and azure blue. This whole area easily ranks as one of the most picturesque places to visit on the island.