Grey limestone summits fill the skyline across Escorca, a municipality of 139 km² in the Serra de Tramuntana of northwest Mallorca. Four of its peaks pass 1,000 metres: Puig Major at 1,445 m, the highest on the island, then Puig de Massanella at 1,364 m, Puig Tomir at 1,102 m and Puig Roig at 1,003 m. Only 199 people live here. The mountains are the reason to come.
Escorca
- Currency
- Euro (EUR, €). Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas. ATMs are abundant; most charge €2–7 per foreign card withdrawal. Some shops request ID before accepting a credit card. €500 banknotes are not accepted in most shops.
- Language
- Catalan and Spanish are both official languages of the Balearic Islands; the majority speaks Catalan fluently alongside Spanish. English is common in tourism sectors and establishments.
- Power plug
- Europlug (Type C) and Schuko (Type F) sockets; 230 V, 50 Hz
- Visa
- Schengen area: EU, EEA and Swiss nationals enter on national ID card or passport. Many non-EU nationalities have 90-day visa-free access. Non-EEA citizens staying longer than 90 days require an advance visa.
- Time zone
- Europe/Madrid (UTC+01:00 winter time, UTC+02:00 summer time from last Sunday in March to last Sunday in October). Canary Islands are one hour behind mainland Spain.
- Tap water
- Safe to drink throughout Spain. In some southern regions it has high mineral content and may taste unfamiliar; locals often drink bottled water instead. Bottled water is inexpensive and widely available.
- Tipping
- Not mandatory or customary. In restaurants: not expected for simple meals or basic establishments; 5–10% in mid-range or upscale venues if service was exceptional. Always pay cash to the server, not on card. Taxi drivers and hotel staff may appreciate small tips in upscale settings but it is not expected.
- Emergency
- 112
When to go
Shoulder
Mar – May
Spring is mild in the mountains, and the high ground stays green before the summer sun dries it out.
High season
Jun – Sep
Summer fills Mallorca, and the bare limestone slopes give almost no shade at midday, so start any walk early and carry plenty of water.
Shoulder
Oct – Nov
Autumn cools the heights again, though the first storms of the season can build fast over the ridges.
Low season
Dec – Feb
Winter is quiet and cold on the summits, with frost and occasional snow on the highest peaks and short days for long walks.
What to see
Destinations in Escorca
Frequently asked questions
Where is Escorca?
In northwest Mallorca, in the Serra de Tramuntana mountains. The municipality covers 139 km², and its official language is Catalan.Which mountains are in Escorca?
Four peaks above 1,000 metres: Puig Major (1,445 m), the highest on Mallorca, Puig de Massanella (1,364 m), Puig Tomir (1,102 m) and Puig Roig (1,003 m). The terrain is rough limestone, and the weather on the tops can turn quickly.How many people live in Escorca?
199, spread across 139 km² of mountain.