Sant Elm, the end of the stage, with the island of Sa Dragonera behind

Illustrative photo of Sant Elm, not from the operator · Photo: Cathy-ABL · CC BY-SA 4.0

Nature & hiking

GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm

by Consell de Mallorca – Pedra en Sec i Senderisme · Andratx

First stage of the Dry Stone Route: 9.2 km and 3 h 20 min, rated easy, between Port d'Andratx and Sant Elm.

About

The Consell de Mallorca website describes this stage as a route linking Port d'Andratx with the village of Sant Elm, in the municipality of Andratx: 9,150 m, 3 h 20 min, 372 m of climbing and the same of descent, rated easy. The page offers the stage's GPX track and points to the Mallorca hiking itinerary viewer, where the signposted route can be seen. Walking the route has no listed fee. The page gives no further official details on parking or transport, so plan your return in advance.

  • 9.2 km, 3 h 20 min, easy
  • Downloadable GPX track
  • From Andratx harbour to Sant Elm

Key facts

Price
FreePublic route with no listed fee (Consell de Mallorca, checked 27/10/2026).
Duration
3.3 h–3.4 h
Area
Serra de Tramuntana
Languages
Not stated
Minimum age
Not stated
Group
Not stated
Accessibility
Not stated
Includes
public marked route

When to go

Months in season

Open a month to see the weather, sea temperature and festivals.

How it scores

Editorial rating from 1 to 5 using our public rubric; not user reviews.

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  • GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm
  • Average of Nature & hiking
  • Effort3/5
  • Family2/5
  • Weather-dependent4/5
  • Crowds2/5

Gentle but long stage, outdoors with no services on the way; an early start helps in summer.

Where it is

PalmaSóllerValldemossaAlcúdiaPollençaManacorArtàSantanyíAndratxInca ✈ PMI MALLORCA © OpenStreetMap N

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Frequently asked questions

How much does GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm cost?

GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm has no admission fee according to the sources we checked. Public route with no listed fee (Consell de Mallorca, checked 27/10/2026). It is worth confirming before you go.

How long does GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm take?

GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm takes about 3.3 h–3.4 h.

When is the best time for GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm?

GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm is offered in these months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Is it suitable for kids?

GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm is not the best plan for young children.

Can you do it if it rains?

In bad weather GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm may be cancelled or postponed; book with flexible cancellation.

Where can I book GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm?

Check the official site of the GR 221 stage Port d'Andratx–Sant Elm operator.

Sources and review

Data collected from public sources and reworded in our own words. Last reviewed: 2026-10-27.

Freeno admission fee, per our sources
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