The path dates back to the Middle Ages and was the primary route for the postal service between Esporles and Banyalbufar.
The trail utilizes traditional 'pedra en sec' (dry-stone) techniques, which are UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage.
The route passes through private agricultural estates where landowners historically allowed public passage in exchange for maintaining the path.
Hikers on this trail cross through remnants of old lime kilns and charcoal pits used by mountain workers in previous centuries.
The path serves as part of the GR 221 long-distance hiking route, known as the 'Dry Stone Route'.
The Camí del Correu is an ancient, historic footpath that historically connected the town of Esporles to the village of Banyalbufar in the Serra de Tramuntana mountains of Mallorca. Originally serving as a postal route, this stone-paved trail offers a window into the island's traditional agricultural landscape and mountain infrastructure. The route passes through terraced olive groves, holm oak forests, and stone walls built using dry-stone masonry techniques. It provides a direct hiking connection through the rugged terrain that characterized travel between inland mountain settlements before the introduction of modern roads. The path features sections of well-preserved cobbled stone surfaces reflecting centuries of use. It is a recognized component of the local heritage trail network, facilitating access to scenic viewpoints of the Mediterranean coastline.
The elevated sections overlooking the terraced vineyards of Banyalbufar towards the sea.
Wear sturdy, broken-in hiking boots due to the uneven and sometimes loose stone surfaces.
Carry sufficient water as there are no public refilling stations along the mid-section of the trail.
Check local weather forecasts as mountain trails in the Tramuntana can experience rapid temperature shifts.
Attempting the hike during high-summer midday heat or without adequate physical preparation for steep inclines.
Respect private property boundaries, keep to the marked path, and strictly follow 'Leave No Trace' principles.
