Steeped in centuries-old history, the town’s railway is one of the most popular attractions to visit. In just one journey, the Sóller Train immerses its passengers in the unique nature and culture of the Mallorcan landscape.
The town of Sóller is one of the jewels of the island of Mallorca, where the historic centre and distinct architecture take visitors on a journey into the municipality’s past. One of the most notable parts of the town’s legacy lies in the Sóller Train, a must-see attraction for visitors to Mallorca and Sóller.
A centuries-old history
At the beginning of the 20th century, Sóller had a significant industry landscape, as well as a large number of orange orchards. However, the mountainous terrain of the Serra de Alfàbia that surrounds it prevented the transport of travellers and goods to the port city of Palma, as well as to other towns on the island, which were already beginning to develop a prominent railway network.
After beginning its works in June 1907, in April 1912 the railway line was officially inaugurated, by the hand of the Sóller, Palma and Bunyola locomotives, connecting the town with the city of Palma.
The construction of this track allowed subsequent projects to be developed, such as the first electric tram in Mallorca in 1913, connecting Sóller and the Port of Sóller. In addition, the modernisation of the train led to its electrification in 1929, which allowed it to begin to make journeys with this new technology.
The journey today
Today, this rail route is one of the most popular excursions on the island, known for the history of the train itself, which has remained the same since its construction in 1912.
In an hour-long journey, the railway travels through a range of Mallorcan landscapes, such as the Camino de Bunyola, the Serra de Tramuntana and the Serra de Alfàbia, inviting passengers to enjoy the island’s imposing natural enclaves.
In addition, travelling on the Sóller train is the perfect excuse to get to know the municipality in depth, with an itinerary that begins at the Sóller Railway Station itself. Inside it houses the Miró and Picasso Ceràmiques rooms, two permanent exhibitions that show the works of both artists, including Miró’s engravings and Picasso’s ceramics.
The route has six trains between 10am and 7pm from Palma and up to eight trains to Palma, starting at 9am and ending at 7:30pm. In addition, there are a range of ticket options available, which are tailored to the needs of the traveller and the destinations they hope to end up in.
More information on the official website of the Sóller Train: https://trendesoller.com/
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