Information on traffic regulation at the Formentor lighthouse
Environmentally preserve one of the most iconic spaces on the Serra de Tramuntana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is something we all must do, which is why we regulate traffic at the Formentor lighthouse during the summer.
The 2018 Pilot Mobility Plan reduced the flow of visitors during peak hours by 90% or, in other words, from 300 to 20 vehicles during peak hours. All of us at the different administrations involved in managing this space (Council of Majorca, the Balearic Islands government, the Pollença Town Council, Ports of Balearics and DGT) have decided to work together to conserve the essence of the Formentor lighthouse and commit to a sustainable and safe visit that lets the peacefulness of the surroundings be preserved and the unique experience it represents for visitors.
What is the regulated period? Which sections of road?
1st June to 30th September, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Formentor lighthouse stands at the northern endof the Serra de Tramuntana, an area thatstretches for a total of 90 km.Formentor peninsula is located in themunicipality of Pollença, 54 km from Palma, thecapital of the Balearic Islands.
In summer, there are restrictions on traffic to Formentor lighthouse in order to preserve and protect the outstanding scenic and natural heritage of the Serra de Tramuntana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is everyone’s duty to care for it.
As a result, traffic on the Formentor road (Ma-2210) from Port de Pollença to the lighthouse will be restricted.
Access
Who has access?
Public transport managed by the Government of the Balearic Islands (TIB) for the two sections of road, chartered coaches, taxis, and private hire vehicles with a driver for the Formentorbeach section.
Residents of this area and vehicles carrying people with reduced mobility (prior authorization must be requested)
Service, rescue, medical and emergency vehicles and law enforcement officers
Cyclists and hikers
Who does not have access?
Private vehicles without authorization
Motorcycles without authorization
Trucks without authorization
How do I get to the lighthouse?
Public transport information
Using public transport to travel to the Formentor peninsula is recommended. The TIB has a bus line
334: Alcúdia – Port of Pollença – Formentor Lighthouse.
On the Formentor Peninsula, the line stops at the Mirador del Colomer, Formentor beach, Cala Figuera-Cala Murta and Formentor lighthouse.
Instead of paying the bus driver in cash, we advise payment by bank card or with the intermodal transport card. For up-to-date information on the timetable, prices and full route, see www.tib.org.
Where to park
The no. 334 bus links up with other lines operated by TIB at Port of Pollença bus station and at the stop in the old town ofAlcudia, and so full access by bus from other parts of Mallorca is possible without the need for a car.
For those driving to Port of Pollença by car, parking is available on the service roads alongside the ring road. There are three bus stops to Formentor on the ring road: Port of Pollença (42051), Bóquer (42057) and Can Singala (42055).
Authorisation
How to request authorisation for each of the two sections?
Residents of this area, vehicles carrying people with reduced mobility, and other people entitled to ask for authorization must contact the DGT (Traffic Department) by e-mail formentor@dgt.es at least three working days in advance.
What happens if I drive there without authorisation?
- Formentor Lighthouse (km 8.7 to 19.6): Two-way traffic is forbidden during the hours of restricted access. Vehicles that have accessed this area prior to 10:00 a.m. must leave it by 9:59 a.m. Unauthorized vehicles will be fined.
- Formentor Beach (km 2 to 8.7): Limited access is available until all the authorized parking spaces are full.
