Puig de Sant Martí, ESP

The Puig de Sant Martí is one of Mallorca’s most compact and punchy climbs. Rising to 209 metres above sea level just outside the historic town of Alcúdia, it packs a real challenge into just 2.3 kilometres. The area surrounding Puig de Sant Martí has ancient roots, with archaeological findings from the Talayotic period confirming human settlement long before cycling was even a concept.

Moreover, the Puig de Sant Martí has earned a solid reputation within the Mallorca cycling community. Pro teams on winter training camps frequently use it as a short intensity effort within longer rides along the northern coastline. It fits naturally into a loop from Alcúdia because the approach roads are quiet and the elevation gain is meaningful without destroying your legs for the rest of the day.

Puig de Sant Martí: The Underrated Short Climb Every Cyclist Should Know in Mallorca

Above all, that maximum gradient of 14.9 percent is what gives Puig de Sant Martí its real character. At the summit, you are rewarded with sweeping views over the Bay of Alcúdia and the protected wetlands of S’Albufera nature reserve. Overall, Puig de Sant Martí delivers far more than its Category 4 rating suggests and deserves a spot on every cyclist’s Mallorca hit list.