Is the Pas Llis climb difficult?

It is a short section (about 10 meters) with fixed chains. It requires some use of hands but is well within the ability of most intermediate hikers.

Do permit rules stay constant year-round?

Not always. Permit and guide requirements can change by season and region. Verify the latest rules with the official park office or local authority before departure.

What is the safest start-time strategy?

Start early and plan to clear exposed sections before midday. This reduces heat, storm, and visibility risk on most mountain routes.

How much water capacity is usually needed?

For exposed hiking days, carrying 2-3 liters is common. Increase capacity when refill reliability is low or temperatures are high.

Is mobile signal reliable on route?

Coverage is often patchy outside towns and major valleys. Treat phones as secondary tools and carry offline navigation resources.

HikeMetrics

Global Hiking Index

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Tossals Verds — The TramuntanaLoop

DATA_INDEXED_2026

Distance

11.4KM

Gain

0.5kM

Duration

1d

Strain

LVL 3

AI Insight: Optimal ratio of distance to elevation. Accessible for experienced intermediates.

The Tossals Verds circuit is a classic day hike in the heart of Mallorca's Serra de Tramuntana, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its rugged limestone peaks and dry stone architecture. Starting from the Cúber Reservoir, the trail circles the Puig des Tossals Verds (1,118m). It traverses high mountain passes with views of the island's central reservoirs, descends into remote limestone valleys, and passes through ancient olive groves, historic water canals, and dense oak forests.

Mission Directive / X-Factor

“The Dry Stone Soul. The 'X-Factor' is the 'Pas Llis'—a short, cable-secured rocky step that adds a moment of alpine thrill to an otherwise pastoral hike. Walking through the terraced olive gardens around the Refugi Tossals Verds is like walking through a living museum of Mallorcan agricultural history. The contrast between the stark, gray limestone peaks and the deep emerald reservoirs below is the quintessential Tramuntana vista.”

Hazard Assessment

slippery limestone karstPRIORITY 1

The gray limestone can be extremely polished and slippery, even when dry.

MITIGATION: Wear hiking boots with soft, grippy rubber soles; use trekking poles for balance on the uneven rock fields.

heat reflection valleysPRIORITY 1

The 'Torrent d'Almedra' valley can act as a heat trap in spring and summer.

MITIGATION: Carry at least 2 liters of water; wear a hat; start early if high temperatures are forecast.

Critical Loadout

Sturdy hiking boots (Category A/B or B)

Trekking poles

Sun protection

Water (2L minimum)

Light shell jacket (for the high passes)

Target Base Weight

< 10 KGEXCL. CONSUMABLES

Water Logistics

SOURCE AVAILABILITYLIMITED / CARRY

FILTRATION PROTOCOLMANDATORY (<2000M)

HIKING
PATHWAY

Serra de Tramuntana, Mallorca // hiking

Start

Cúber Reservoir

Parking at the reservoir. Follow the path toward Coll de sa Coma des Ases.

Phase 1

Coll de sa Coma des Ases

A steady climb to the saddle with stunning views over the reservoirs.

Phase 2

Pas Llis & Refuge

Descending the secured passage to reach the managed Tossals Verds mountain hut.

Finish

The Kanal Track

Returning via the water canal path through the oak forest to Cúber.

Topographical Ref / Area SERRAAUTO-GEN SYNC: 39.792N 2.833E

Mission Log: Stage-by-Stage Technical MetricsREF: TOSSALS-VERDS-MALLORCA-SPAIN // DAT_TAB_01

Step	Sector / Waypoint	Dist.	Gain (↑m)	Duration	Assessment
1	Cúber Reservoir Parking at the reservoir. Follow the pat...	10 min	---	10 min	Standard Segment
2	Coll de sa Coma des Ases A steady climb to the saddle with stunni...	1 hour	---	1 hour	Standard Segment
3	Pas Llis & Refuge Descending the secured passage to reach ...	1.5 hours	---	1.5 hours	Standard Segment
4	The Kanal Track Returning via the water canal path throu...	1.5 hours	---	1.5 hours	Standard Segment

Technical Specifications

DOC_REF: GOLDEN_HIKING_ES_008

01 / LOG

Refuge Capacity

Overnight at the Refugi Tossals Verds (reservation required) or hotels in Sóller or Fornalutx.

02 / REG

Regulatory

Permit NONE
Authority n/a

No permits.

03 / CLI

Climatology

OptimalMar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov

A spectacular spring and autumn hike. In winter, the Tramuntana can experience snow; summer is often too hot. Regulations change; verify with the official park or local authority before departure.

04 / COM

Emergency / Comms

Rescue (EU) 112 ACTIVE
Signal Partial

SAT-LINK STABLE

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