Sóller
Sóller is an old and idylic town located in a beautiful valley on the Northwest coast of Mallorca. The town is situated about three kilometers inland from Port de Sóller and it is easily accessed from Palma de Mallorca through a tunnel for a small fee. A more memorable way to visit Sóller is on board the old train - Ferrocarril de Sóller - that was established in 1912. The train still retains its original character. The railway links Sóller with the city of Palma De Mallorca making several trips per day.
Places to visit in Sóller
One of the most impressive sights in Sóller is the church designed by a student of the world famous Spanish architect Gaudí, located at the central plaza of the town. The church is open for the public but it is closed during the siesta hours in the afternoon.
The central plaza of Sóller is a beautiful place for having a break and for enjoying some tapas. There are many nice tapas restaurants and cafes around the plaza in beautiful surroundings.
Walking around the old and narrow streets of Sóller is also a great way to explore and experience the beauty of the town. There are lovely small gardens with lemon trees and flowers along the streets and the traffic is so quiet that you can just relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere for a while. If you enjoy longer walks in the nature, you can go for a hiking excursion to the Tramuntana mountains. Mallorcamuntanya offers guided hiking excursions with 6 different route options to choose from.
At the train station of Ferrocarril de Sóller there are free art exhibitions. This summer (2008) there is an art exhibition which is displaying art works of Joan Miro and another exhibition displaying over 50 ceramic works by Picasso.
You can also visit Port de Sóller with the tram that starts from the train station. There are many great seafood restaurants and some nice beaches in Port de Sóller for example and the tram ride is a nice experience in itself.
Getting to Sóller by car
The fastest driving route from Palma to Sóller is to drive through a tunnel. Driving through the tunnel costs 4,30€ (in 2008) but it saves a lot of time. Another option is to drive along the scenic mountain roads which are slower but have some amazing views along the way. There are several parking areas in Sóller. The price for parking is about 0,50€ per hour.
Accommodation in Sóller
If you are planning a longer visit to Sóller, there are some luxurous hotels available. Click the following links for more information.
Gran Hotel Sóller
La Vila Hotel Sóller
There are also cheaper accommodation options in Port de Sóller. You can check out the best holiday offers to Port de Sóller easily from the following links.
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