Experience the Mallorcan wine tradition with the Wine Express in Mallorca. Here we have summarized the most important information for you.

Mallorca is much more than just beaches, hiking trails and parties. On the Balearic island, some excellent red and white wines are made from the sun-ripened, Mallorcan grapes. The wine culture on the island has a long history. Long tradition, There are many vineyards and numerous Bodegas.

The traditional wine culture on Mallorca

During the incorporation of Mallorca into the Roman Empire, the Romans brought the noble grape variety to the Balearic Islands in 123 BC. It was not until the end of the last century that the wine cultivation and wine exports really took off on the island. In the years from 1891 to 1895, the phylloxera plague almost destroyed all the grape vines on Mallorca. Therefore, the farmers on the island adapted and decided to grow almond trees. Everywhere on the island, where in the present day early in the year the Mandel trees are flowering, Several hundred years ago there were large areas of vineyards. Of the former 30,000 hectares, at the beginning of the 20th century there were still just under 2,000 hectares left. Due to the The beginning of mass tourism In the 1960s, the people of Mallorca completely lost interest in wine production.

Thanks to many winemakers who valued the old traditions, a real change of attitude emerged at the beginning of the 1990s. Today, the top wines from Mallorca are regularly awarded internationally and are among the capital's best known brands. Palm And Inca has vast areas of vineyards. Tourists interested in the traditional wine culture can best learn about it on a tour. Tour in the Weinexpress Mallorca (Mallorca Wine Express) know.

Experience the Mallorcan wine tradition with the Wine Express Mallorca

The tourist train has been decorated with 19th and 20th-century style elements and begins its interesting and adventurous journey at the train station of Santa María del Camí. The starting point is probably the most well-known winery on Mallorca, „Macià Batle“. This produces around one million bottles of wine per year. Passengers will only learn about the details of the Macià Batle winery after their trip with the Wine Express Mallorca.

The train ride takes the passengers first to the vineyards and later stops at a small finca made of natural stone. Here, amidst green vines and in a Typical Mallorcan and simple atmosphere served a wonderful cool white wine. This comes from the oldest winery on Mallorca, „San Rivas“. After this, a detailed and multilingual explanation of wine production on the island follows.

Afterwards, the Wine Express Mallorca continues through the vineyards, while tourists can witness numerous winegrowers at work. The next stop is the winery „Ribas“. It is located in the small town of Consell and belongs to an old, Mallorcan manor house. Here, the passengers can enjoy a guided tour of the winery and a tasting of the wines. Visit the wine cellar and even taste the traditional wines. 3 typical Mallorcan wines are served with Quelly biscuits, air-dried Serrano ham and fine goat cheese slices.

The Weinexpress Mallorca travels to its final stop at „Macià Batle“. Here, tourists can visit the wine cellar and the bottling process. Passengers can watch a short film and try 4 different wines with Mallorcan tapas. The Bodega „Macià Batle“ gained international fame mainly thanks to the „Blanc de Blanc“. The white wine is one of the The best wines in all of Spain. In the Bodega’s own shop, passengers can stock up on the best wines and some typical products from the region. The beautiful and interesting journey on the Mallorca Wine Express is best enjoyed by ending the tour with dinner at the winery’s popular restaurant.

Weinexpress Mallorca – the most important information summarized:

• Train ride through the famous wine-growing region of Binissalem
• Traditionally decorated wooden train that travels along the historic route „Red Blitz“ from Sóller reminds
• 2 carriages with space for up to 50 people
• Start at the train station in Santa Maria
• Departures Monday to Friday (10:30 and 15:00)
• Departure on Saturday: 10:30 a.m.
• Adults pay 35 euros
• Children from 5 to 12 years old 5 euros
• Young people aged 12 to 18 pay 10 euros
• Children under 5 are free
• Statements are made in Spanish, English and German

With the Weinexpress Mallorca, passengers discover the wines of Mallorca (cultivation and production) in a particularly interesting and exciting way. A trip on the mini-train is only possible by prior reservation and requires at least 8 people. The trip with the Weinexpress Mallorca through the large wine-growing region of the „D.O. Binissalem“It usually takes 3 to 4 hours and is perceived by tourists as extremely short. Prices can vary slightly depending on the provider and depend on the number of wines. The train journey not only takes you through the beautiful vineyards, but also past numerous fig and almond trees Over. Due to the great popularity of the Weinexpress Mallorca, further wine tours on the island are also offered:

– VIP Finca Experience (Private wine tour with tapas)
– Flamenco Wine Tour (interesting tour for Fiesta lovers)
– Palma Wine Tour (tasting the best local wines as well as tapas)