Starting in Palma, this route links the stone streets of Valldemossa, the mountain scenery of Deià and the Sóller valley. It is a lovely way to explore the Tramuntana in autumn and winter, wander through its villages and, if you feel like it, round off the day by the sea in Port de Sóller.
This is a circular route: take the Ma-1110 from Palma to Valldemossa, follow the Ma-10 through Deià to Sóller, then return along the Ma-11 through the Sóller tunnel. The scenery between stops is part of the pleasure.
We describe the stops starting with Valldemossa, but you can explore them in either order.
Valldemossa,
an unhurried start.
Valldemossa is a place to leave the car behind and explore on foot. Start around the Charterhouse, then wander into the old town, past stone façades, pots of plants and small shops.
You can make your way to the church of Sant Bartomeu and the surrounding streets. Afterwards, find a café terrace for a coffee and a coca de patata, a traditional sweet bun made with potato: a simple pleasure to enjoy during your visit.
If you would like to see inside the historic monastery, you can include a visit to the Charterhouse. Check ticket options and opening times to choose the visit that appeals to you.
Deià, stone streets
and mountain views.
The Ma-10 leads to Deià, where stone houses rise in tiers up the hillside. It is well worth stopping to explore the village on foot, with the mountains as your backdrop.
Stop for a stroll and something to drink, or stay a little longer if its cultural history interests you. The Robert Graves House at Ca n’Alluny offers an insight into the writer’s connection with Deià. Check opening times if you would like to include it.
Deià is one way to shape the day around your interests. If you would rather spend longer in Valldemossa or Sóller, you can continue along the Ma-10 and enjoy the scenery as you go.
Sóller and its port,
two ways to enjoy the valley.
In the Sóller valley, you can choose between the atmosphere of the town and a walk by the sea, or enjoy both. Stay for lunch, explore the centre or head to the port: how you spend this part of the day is entirely up to you.
Sóller town centre
Wander around Plaça de la Constitució, browse the shops and stop for a meal or a drink on a terrace. It is a lovely choice if you would like to spend more time enjoying town life.
Port de Sóller
Continue to the bay for a walk along the waterfront, lunch beside the beach or a leisurely afternoon. The port offers a different way to end your outing, with the sea taking centre stage.
If you visit both, you could explore the town first and head to the port afterwards. Or simply choose one and spend the rest of the day there.
Enjoy your day.
Choose how to return the car.
If you decide to stay out a little longer, a 24-hour rental lets you return the car the following day at the agreed time. If you would rather bring it back that afternoon and have one less thing to think about, you can hand it over at our office. We also offer an after-hours return option, which we explain when you collect the car.
Hand the car over at our office
You can return the car directly to our office in the afternoon between 16:00 and 19:00, up to half an hour before we close at 19:30, without having to find a parking space. This afternoon option does not apply on Sundays; ask our team about the return arrangements for your rental.
Returning after closing time
You can also leave the car legally parked on the Paseo Marítimo or nearby streets, in the areas our team will indicate, and drop the keys into our key box after closing time. There is no need to bring the keys back the following day. Ask us when you collect the car: we will explain where to park and how to return it so that we can locate the vehicle.
Parking and getting around
the villages and towns.
These are popular places to visit, and much of the parking is regulated. The easiest approach is to leave the car in an authorised visitor parking area and explore the centre on foot. There are two separate things to check: where you may drive and where you may park.
ACIRE stands for Área de Circulación Restringida, a restricted-access traffic zone. Both Valldemossa and Sóller have ACIRE zones: only authorised vehicles may enter. Do not drive into streets marked ACIRE or other restricted-access areas to look for parking, even if your satnav directs you that way. ACIRE zones in Sóller use automatic number plate recognition cameras, and entering without authorisation may result in a fine. Paying for ORA parking does not give you permission to enter these areas.
ORA: paying for parking and using your ticket
ORA is the regulated parking system: payment allows you to use designated spaces for a set period. Before leaving the car, check the local sign and parking meter for the days and hours when payment is required, the rate and the maximum stay. Conditions can vary between towns, car parks and seasons.
- Select the parking zone and the length of your stay. If the machine asks for a number plate, enter the rental car’s registration and check it before paying.
- If you receive a paper ticket and it must be displayed, leave it clearly visible on the dashboard and check when it expires.
- If you use an app accepted by that parking meter, check the registration, parking zone and payment confirmation. Sóller’s municipal parking operator offers EasyPark.
- Return before your paid parking period ends. Only extend it if the rules for that zone allow you to, and do not exceed the maximum stay.
Other restrictions still apply outside paid parking hours, including residents-only spaces, loading bays, vehicle entrances and no-parking areas. A parking ticket does not make a reserved space available to visitors.
Valldemossa
The old town is an ACIRE zone: park outside it and walk in. Look for designated ORA visitor parking; one reference point is the parking area near Carrer Rector Joan Mir. Follow the access signs and pay as instructed at the parking meter.
The car park with barriers beside the children’s playground is only for vehicles with ACIRE authorisation. It is not a visitor car park, and an ORA ticket does not allow you to use it.
Deià
Use spaces marked for visitors and pay for ORA parking where required. The orange ZAR zones require authorisation; they are not ordinary paid parking spaces open to all visitors. Some spaces on Avinguda Lluís Salvador operate as loading bays at certain times and ORA parking at others: read the sign for the space before leaving your car.
If you cannot find an authorised parking space, continue towards Sóller and spend more time at the next stop. Avoid waiting on the Ma-10 or entering restricted streets to look for a space. You can save Deià for another day and still enjoy the outing.
Sóller and Port de Sóller
Decide whether you want to visit the town or the port before looking for parking. Find a visitor car park on the municipal map and set it as your destination, rather than navigating directly to Plaça de la Constitució.
Check the visitor parking maps for the town and port. Municipal information includes the car park on Carrer Lepanto in Port de Sóller. Blue ORA spaces require payment during regulated hours; green ZAR spaces are reserved for authorised residents.
To visit Sóller town centre, use a visitor car park and continue on foot. Some ACIRE streets have number plate checks, and other signed restrictions also apply. Do not enter restricted streets without authorisation to reach Plaça de la Constitució or an address suggested by your satnav.
ORA parking hours in Sóller and the port vary by area and season. Always check the meter where you park, including on Sundays and public holidays, and consult Sóller 2010 for up-to-date conditions.
When is the best time to follow this route?
We especially recommend autumn and winter, when village walks, scenery and a relaxed meal make a lovely day out. That does not mean it is always quiet: weekends, public holidays and fine weather can still attract plenty of visitors.
What if I am visiting in summer?
Visitor numbers and parking availability can have more of an impact on the day. If you are here in summer, ask us for help adapting the stops and choosing an outing that suits your stay.
What if it rains?
Check the forecast for Valldemossa, Deià and Sóller before setting off. In heavy rain, poor visibility or weather warnings, it is better to save the mountain drive for another day. In changeable weather, you can adapt your walk and include an indoor cultural visit that is open.
Should I book visits or a restaurant in advance?
If you would like to visit the Charterhouse or the Robert Graves House, or eat at a particular restaurant, check opening times and booking arrangements. Outside the main season, it is worth confirming that the place you have in mind is open.
Useful information, all in one place.
- Sóller Town Council: ACIRE access and camera checks.
- Valldemossa Town Council: parking reserved for vehicles with ACIRE authorisation.
- Visit Valldemossa: local visitor information.
- Deià Town Council: parking changes on Avinguda Lluís Salvador.
- Sóller Tourism: visitor maps and access restrictions.
- Sóller 2010: ORA parking and residents-only zones.
- AEMET · Valldemossa, Deià and Sóller: forecasts for all three towns and villages.
- Consell de Mallorca: road information.
Sources checked on 4 November 2026. Current local signs, notices and rules take precedence over this guide.
A car for your day
out from Palma.
Check availability for your outing. All online booking requests are handled by our main office on the Paseo Marítimo: Avinguda de Gabriel Roca, 13, ground floor, Palma. We will confirm availability by email during office hours.
Photo credits
Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, with sources and licences linked below each image. Images have been cropped to fit the layout. The adaptation of Kai Pilger’s photograph is shared under CC BY-SA 4.0. The photographs illustrate the destinations and do not show the current status of access routes or parking areas.
