Formentor Access Restrictions Summer 2024 (original) (raw)
Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024
Why is the access to Cap de Formentor restricted?
Cap de Formentor is one of the most famous and popular tourist attractions in Mallorca. Due to its beautiful and spectacular views, a trip to the island’s northernmost point is a must for many holidaymakers. This leads to a dramatic increase in traffic during the summer months, which exceeds the capacities of the narrow serpentine roads by far and puts a huge strain on the environment.
In order to calm the traffic on the road to Formentor, access restrictions during the peak season have been in place for several years running. What started as a pilot project in 2018, has become the norm during the summer months, albeit with slight variations from year to year.
Access rules for summer 2024
When do the access restrictions apply?
The restrictions apply to private vehicles, including hire cars, motorbikes and trucks, from the 1st of June to the 30th of September 2024 between the hours of 10 am and 10.30 pm daily.
Where do the restrictions apply?
The restrictions are in place on the Ma-2210, the road that leads to Cap de Formentor, starting at the roundabout at Port de Pollença. There are two sections and slightly different rules apply to each of these.
Section 1 – limited access:
This road section begins at the Port de Pollença roundabout and ends at Formentor Beach. It is possible to use this part of the Ma- 2210 during the restricted hours to access Formentor Beach, provided that there are parking spaces available in the official Formentor Beach car park. Roadside parking is not permitted. An automatic barrier is in place at the Port de Pollença end of section 1, which will close once the car park is full. The Formentor Beach car park has a maximum capacity of 300 vehicles and tends to fill up very quickly.
Section 2 – no access:
Section 2 encompasses the area from Formentor Beach all the way up to the Formentor Lighthouse (Far de Formentor). This road will be closed to all private traffic with only a few exceptions (please see below).
Who is exempt from the access restrictions?
- Apart from peninsula residents, people with limited mobility may also be able to gain access to the restricted road sections, if they are in possession of a permit.
- You can apply for a permit by sending an email to [email protected]. You will need to apply at least 3 days prior to your planned trip.
- Cyclists and hikers are also allowed to access the area (without the need for a permit).
What happens, if I travel in the restricted area between 10 am and 10.30 pm?
The above rules are enforced with the aid of traffic cameras. Hefty fines await anyone without a permit who is caught on camera driving in the area during the restricted hours. Beware if you are planning an early morning trip to the lighthouse: To avoid being fined, you will need to have left the area before 10 am.
Loophole closed
In previous years, unauthorised drivers had been able to make use of a loophole. The fine they received could be cancelled by providing a receipt for an item purchased at one of the kiosks in the restricted area. Since 2023, this is no longer an option.
How can I get to Cap de Formentor?
Cap de Formentor by bus
It will, of course, still be possible to visit Cap de Formentor by taking the shuttle bus. From the 1st of June to the 30th of September 2024, a dedicated bus service number 334 will be running daily between Alcudia and the Cap de Formentor lighthouse, with the following route:
Alcudia – Port de Pollenҫa – Platja de Formentor (Formentor beach)- Cala Murta / Cala Figuera – Formentor lighthouse
Route of bus number 334
Please see below for individual bus stops.
How long is the bus journey to Cap de Formentor?
The bus journey time from Alcudia to Cap de Formentor is 1 hour, and the journey from Port de Pollenҫa takes 45 minutes. Tickets are available on the bus.
How often does the bus go to Cap de Formentor?
Starting on 1/6/2024, buses will run to Formentor lighthouse 7 days a week, 18 times per day. The first bus leaves Alcudia at 9.30 am and the last bus sets off from Alcudia at 20.25 pm. For the return journey, buses leave the lighthouse in the direction of Alcudia between 10.40 am and 21.35 pm.
How much is a bus ticket to Cap de Formentor?
That depends on your payment method. Bus tickets purchased with a bank card are cheaper than tickets paid for in cash.
| | Alcudia to lighthouseSingle ticket | Puerto Pollenca to lighthouseSingle ticket | | | ---------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------- | ------ | | Cash payment | € 4.50 | € 3.00 | | Payment via bank card | € 2.70 | € 1.80 |
Formentor bus ticket prices
Where does the bus stop on the way to Formentor?
Find more information on bus route 334 on the TIB website.
See here for more information about bus travel in Mallorca.
See also the Consell de Mallorca website for more information.
