Ariany

The Village of the Seven Windmills is a picturesque little village in the east of the island, rarely visited by tourists. Around 880 people (as of 2022) live in the village, which is located on the Puig de sa Cobetera, one of the highest elevations in the area. It was not until 1982 that the municipality of the same name became independent from Petra, making it the youngest municipality on the island.

It's almost as if time has stood still while strolling through the quiet town, which is located on the Ma-3340 provincial road between Petra and Santa Margalida. Even today, the inhabitants live from agriculture.

The best beaches nearby
If you like walking, water sports and enjoying one of the best sandy beaches in Mallorca, Playa de Muro is the place to be! It is the longest beach in Mallorca, just 15 minutes by car from Ariany, with easy access and numerous services for all ages. Great beach bars invite you to eat on site, including the most famous: Can Gavella, La Ponderosa and others on site.

Son Serra de Marina Beach, located in the north of Mallorca, is one of those beaches that still retains the typical charm of a virgin beach, where sand and rocks mix with a posidonia seabed. Locally you will find some nice beach restaurants and bars. The small quiet coastal town is easily accessible in just 15 minutes by car. Other beautiful beaches: Cala Agulla, Cala Mesquida and Cala Torta.

Golf
There are several golf courses on the island that are worth playing. The nearest golf course is 17km away: La Reserva Rotana.

To go biking

If you are a keen cyclist, you probably know that wonderful feeling, that pleasure of riding along country roads in the midst of incredibly beautiful landscapes. Mallorca is one of the top travel destinations for cyclists, on the one hand because of the climatic conditions and on the other hand because of the uniquely beautiful routes and paths and the infrastructure that is particularly suitable for cycling tourism.

Routes:

Ariany-Manacor
Ariany-Coll de Sa Batalla
Ariany – Via Verde Manacor – Artá

Academy - Museum - Rafa Nadal
Just 15 minutes from Ariany, in Manacor you can visit Rafael Nadal's museum and his academy. It is also possible, if you play tennis, to book a court and play tennis.

Dragon caves and other caves
In Porto Cristo, 20 minutes from Ariany, you will find the Caves of Drach, impressive underground galleries that house unique lakes. And sculptural limestone formations have emerged. Other caves worth seeing are: The Hams Caves also in Porto Cristo or "The Caves" of Artá.

Serra de Tramuntana
Beautiful and worth seeing: Unesco World Heritage, large forest areas and impressive cliffs that fall into the Mediterranean Sea. The best way to get to know the area is by foot. Unique and idyllic towns worth visiting in the Tramuntana are: Banyalbufar, Valldemosa, Deiá, Soller, Fornalutx and Pollenca.

Palma and the historic center
A visit to the capital, Palma de Mallorca, is a must. Of particular note are the majestic Cathedral of La Seu, the Royal Palace of Almudaina and the Contemporary Art Museums (Es Baluard and La Lonja). In the old town, the squares of the Gothic churches and courtyards are particularly beautiful. Stroll along the “El Passeig del Born” and the “Avenida Jaime III. Enjoy an ensaimada or delicious tapas at one of the many special places.