Captain’s Welcome – Mallorca 2026
Welcome to the High Wycombe Cycling Club Mallorca 2026 trip. This is shaping up to be a fantastic week of riding, camaraderie, and sunshine, with a challenging but hugely rewarding set of routes planned across the island.
Over six days we’ll cover around 700+ km and more than 8,000 metres of climbing, with iconic Mallorca climbs including Sa Calobra, Puig de Randa, Cap Formentor, and Saint Salvador. Expect a mix of rolling days, alongside big mountain days like Sa Batala and the legendary Sa Calobra hairpins that every cyclist should ride at least once in their lifetime.
All rides will start from the hotel ramp at 10:00am, apart from the Lighthouse ride, which departs at 7:00am for an early start and quieter roads. We’ll ride in groups to suit different speeds, and the routes are demanding by design but flexible if weather or legs dictate changes.
There is a compulsory finish for all rides at The Store Formentor for light refreshments, recovery drinks, and the essential ride debrief.
Above all, this trip is about riding great roads with great people. Pace yourself, look after each other, and enjoy one of Europe’s best cycling playgrounds. It’s going to be a brilliant week—see you on the ramp.
Spencer Hiller
HWCC Club Captain
Route Summary – all routes start on the ramp and finish at The Store (‘debrief’ attendance compulsory)
| Date | Name | Climbing | Distance | Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 16th Apr | Randa | 953m | 127km | Download ⬇️ |
| Fri 17th Apr | Sa Calobra 🐍 | 2045m | 107km | Download ⬇️ |
| Sat 18th Apr | Puig de Santa Magdalena | 536m | 76km | Download ⬇️ |
| Sun 19th Apr | Cap Formentor (before breakfast)
Port d’Alcudia (for Lunch) | 864m
24m | 38km
22km | Download ⬇️ |
| Mon 20th Apr | San Salvador | 1187m | 161km | Download ⬇️ |
| Tue 21st Apr | Bunyola via Soller | 2186m | 134km | Download ⬇️ |
| Totals | 7794m | 665km |
The Puerto Azul Suite Hotel offers cyclists a comfortable and well-equipped base for their stay. Refurbished in 2014, the suites feature modern amenities, including air conditioning, noise-reducing vinyl parquet floors, and secure electronic key card access. Each suite includes a private terrace or balcony with mountain or pool views, a full bathroom (shower or bath options available on request), and a 150L refrigerator.
Additional features include sofa beds with Italian mechanisms, LED reading lights, international TV channels, Wi-Fi, and a safe. Guests enjoy daily cleaning, fresh linen, and optional room service for food and drinks.
The hotel has 148 suites spread across three blocks with two floors, offering options like pool view, mountain view, or garden terrace on the ground floor. It’s an ideal spot for cyclists to relax and recover after a day on the road.
Please take a variety of clothing. The weather is usually warm but far from guaranteed, we suggest
Short sleeve jerseys
Long Sleeve jersey
Cycling Shorts
Leg warmers/tights
Race cape/shower jacket
Hard shell helmet (This is a legal requirement in Spain)
Under vests
Arm warmers
Wind proof Gilet (for descending)
Cotton socks
Track mitts
Cap/Hat/warm gloves
Sun Glasses
Sun Cream/Block
2 large water bottles
Energy drink
Spares
2 inner tubes
multi tool (allen keys etc)
tyre levers
puncture repair outfit
working pump!
Your bike 😊
Alternative Routes
| Date | Name | Climbing | Distance | Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 21st Apr | Costitx | 668m | 101km | Download ⬇️ |
| Tue 21st Apr | Sineu | 422m | 86km | Download ⬇️ |
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