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Palma Greenway Easy Day — Flat, 40 km

A flat, traffic-free ride on an old railway path to the coast, with no timetable and plenty of room to stop.

Distance
40km
Climbing
180m

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Cyclists riding a flat, traffic-free former railway path near Palma towards the coast

At a glance

Palma greenway easy day — flat, 40 km at your pace is an easy full day tour in Palma, taking in Palma.

Places on the way: Palma

Key facts

Start
Palma
Distance
40 km
Climbing
180 m
Riding time
Full day at your own pace
Level
Easy
Suits
first-time riders, families, relaxed riders
Surface
Traffic-free railway path

About this ride

This is a full day on a flat, traffic-free railway path that runs from Palma towards the coast. The route covers about 40 km with only 180 m of climbing, so the gradients are gentle and the surface is steady underfoot. There is no timetable to keep. You ride at your own pace, stop when you like and turn the day into as much or as little of a ride as suits you.

The old railway alignment means no junction-heavy roads and no long climbs, which makes it the easiest full-day option on the site. It suits beginners, returning riders and anyone who wants a relaxed day rather than a training session.

Compared with the Palma riverside gravel intro, which is about learning bike handling on forgiving tracks, this tour is about distance without effort: more kilometres, less technical content. It is also quieter and slower than the Palma old town e-bike ride, which stays in the city for two hours.

  • Flat, traffic-free old railway path
  • 40 km with only 180 m of climbing
  • No timetable: ride at your own pace
  • Easiest full-day option for beginners

Who the greenway day suits

This is the right pick if you are new to cycling, coming back after a break, or riding with someone who is less confident. With 40 km and 180 m of climbing, the effort is closer to a long walk than a workout, but a full day in the saddle is still a full day. Comfortable seats and a little regular riding beforehand help.

If you want hills, look at the Palma big climb morning instead. If you want a short, assisted city ride, the Palma old town e-bike ride fits better.

The route and the terrain

The ride follows an old railway line out of Palma towards the coast. Railways were built to avoid steep grades, so the profile is flat and the total ascent is just 180 m over the whole 40 km. Expect a traffic-free path with long straight sections, gentle curves and few places where you must stop for road crossings.

Because the day is self-paced, there is room to stop for photographs, snacks and rests. Check with the partner when booking about the exact surface, bike type and where the path meets the coast.

Pacing the day

Forty kilometres can be ridden in about three hours of moving time at an easy pace, but the point here is not speed. Start with a steady rhythm, drink regularly and plan breaks every hour or so. The flat profile makes it easy to turn back earlier if the group is tired.

Go out into the day with a loose plan for a coastal stop and leave time to ride back at the same relaxed pace.

Best time to ride

The path has little shade on open stretches in summer, so early starts are more comfortable in the hottest months. Spring and autumn give mild temperatures that suit a full day outdoors. Wind can be felt on a flat route, so check the forecast and pack a light layer, sun cream and enough water for the day.

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Straight greenway path on the old railway line outside Palma with a rider in the distance
Bikes parked at a rest stop beside the coastal end of the greenway near Palma

Good to know

How hard is the Palma greenway day?

It is easy. The route covers 40 km with only 180 m of climbing on a flat railway path, so no special fitness is needed beyond being comfortable riding for several hours.

Do I have to keep to a schedule?

No. The day is self-paced, so you can stop whenever you like. Confirm the starting arrangements with the partner when booking.

Is it good for beginners?

Yes. It is the flattest and most independent tour on the site, with no traffic on the path. For a focus on handling skills, the Palma riverside gravel intro is the alternative.

How does it differ from the e-bike ride?

The greenway day is longer, at 40 km against 22 km, and leaves the city for the coast. The Palma old town e-bike ride is a two-hour assisted sightseeing trip.

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