2018-06-18 Puerto de Sòller, Mallorca, Islas Baleares, Spain
Morning in Puerto de SòllerWe leave the Tangaroa late morning and set off ashore to visit the port and also the main town of Sòller which is several kms inlandBoys with their hats!!!A tourist day tripper boat sets out of port with a full load of sightseersLooking towards the marina of Puerto de SòllerPuerto de Sòller is one of the most beautiful ports on the islandNot only is it quite picturesque and quaint port, with it’s ancient tramway, it also is a very sheltered port and the only safe one on the rugged west coast of MallorcaIt is possible to go right into the heart of the town by dinghy
The typical small fishing boats of the islands are called llauts and there is no shortage of white ones lined up like soldiers here in the port area
The main road with plenty of shops and cafes along the shoreUnusual seeds sold here!!We climb aboard the old tram which goes inland to the rural town of SòllerPassing one of the other trams returning to the portThe 20 to 30 minute trip is very pleasant passing wonderful countryside and citrus orchardsWe arrive near the main square of SòllerOne of the main attractions of Sòller is the Parish Church of Bartomeu which was built in 1912 with an Art Nouveau front which was inspired by a follower of Gaudi
The beautiful interior of the churchRic secures a table in the popular La Casona Restaurant by the main square
Prue ordered a delicious spinach torteliniRic and I both order a lasagne which was great
Julian thoroughly enjoyed the Spaghetti BologneseThe mixed salad went really nicely with all our dishesWe also had a lovely view of the church from our tableA stroll around the lovely shops before we return to the portOnce back on the train the boys are busy talking serious business!!
We spot the Tangaroa in the bay as we arrive back Puerto de SòllerPuerto de Sòller has also a lovely long, sandy beach in the harbour….wonderful for families as it is shallow and shelteredTime for us to return to the boat
On our way back to the boat we pass a well laden dinghy with a group of friendly young people aboardOne of Ric’s great pizzas for dinner aboard tonightYummy…….At 9 pm sharp a naval patrol ship departs Puerto de Sòller with most of the crew lined up on deck saluting their departureAs the sun sets the ship disappears into the distance
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