Some months reveal a different side of Mallorca. September is one of them.
Summer is still here: the sea retains the warmth of the previous months, the days are still long (even if they are gradually getting a little shorter) and terraces continue to be part of everyday life. But something begins to change. The pace becomes slower, the paths regain their calm and inland, one of the most special moments in Mallorca’s agricultural calendar begins: the grape harvest.
That’s why we like to think of September as one of Mallorca’s best-kept secrets. It’s a month to continue enjoying the Mediterranean, but also to turn your attention inland, explore villages, walk without rushing and discover a more everyday side of the island.
And from Hotel Es Port, in Port de Sóller, September is also an invitation to make summer last a little longer.
September, when Mallorca changes its pace
There’s no need to say goodbye to summer when August ends.
September holds on to many of its simple pleasures: breakfast outdoors, a morning by the sea, a leisurely lunch or waiting until sunset to go for a walk. And yet, the feeling is different.
It’s a good time to combine beach days with excursions through the Serra de Tramuntana, visit markets and villages or simply drive without a strict itinerary, stopping wherever you feel like it.
It’s a way of travelling that suits Mallorca particularly well: fewer places in one day and more time to enjoy each of them.
Grape harvest season in Mallorca
September also has another meaning in the Majorcan countryside: it’s grape harvest season. In different wine-growing areas across the island, the grapes reach maturity and wineries enter one of the most important periods of their year.
Vineyards, villages and country roads reveal a side of Mallorca far removed from the image of the island associated exclusively with the sea.
For those who enjoy discovering a destination through its gastronomy, visiting a winery at this time of year can be a wonderful way to better understand the land. Not only to taste local wines, but also to learn about the grape varieties, the people and the landscapes behind each bottle.
Binissalem and the surrounding villages are a good place to head for. In September, the island’s winemaking tradition takes on particular importance, reminding us just how deeply agriculture remains connected to Mallorca’s identity. If you’d like to visit a winery during your stay, stop by reception, where our team will be happy to help you choose one of our favourite wineries to visit.
Villages we love visiting in September
One of Mallorca’s greatest pleasures can be found in its villages. Some sit among the mountains, others look directly out towards the Mediterranean, while others preserve squares and streets where the rhythm of local life can still be felt. September is a particularly pleasant time to discover them.
Sóller
It is impossible to start anywhere else. Surrounded by the Serra de Tramuntana and a valley of orange and olive trees, Sóller is one of those places best explored without too much of a plan. Strolling through its streets, sitting in Plaça de sa Constitució or arriving from Port de Sóller on the historic tram are simple experiences that are part of the charm.
Fornalutx
Just a short distance from Sóller, Fornalutx seems made to be discovered slowly. Cobblestone streets, stone façades, flowerpots and mountain views create a setting that invites you to wander, sit in the square and simply let the village set the pace.
Deià
There is something about Deià that always makes you want to stay a little longer. Its setting between the mountains and the Mediterranean, its stone houses and its connection with writers, musicians and artists have given it a very distinctive character. In September, walking through its streets or heading down towards the coast is a lovely way to enjoy it without rushing.
Banyalbufar
If you are driving along the west coast, Banyalbufar is well worth a stop. The agricultural terraces descending towards the Mediterranean are one of the most characteristic landscapes of this part of the Tramuntana. A walk through the village, a viewpoint and a pa amb oli can be more than enough for a September day out.
Walks through the Serra de Tramuntana
September also brings one of the great pleasures of the Serra de Tramuntana back into focus: walking.
As temperatures begin to drop, exploring the trails surrounding Sóller and Port de Sóller becomes even more enjoyable. Ancient stone paths wind through olive groves, terraces and small rural settlements, offering a completely different perspective of the coast.
There’s no need to plan a major hike every time. A walk of a few hours, a stop for lunch and a return to the hotel can easily become the perfect plan for the day.
In Mallorca, travelling slowly also means leaving room to change your mind.
Extend the summer at Hotel Es Port
September is a particularly pleasant time to experience Hotel Es Port.
The old Majorcan estate still preserves many traces of the life that existed here before it became a hotel. For generations, the land, crops and agricultural production were part of everyday life. The old tafona, where olive oil was produced, is one of the reminders of this past that can still be discovered on the property. Today, that connection with the surroundings continues in a different way.
The gardens invite you to spend afternoons outdoors, the swimming pool remains a favourite on warm days and the Serra de Tramuntana is always present around the estate. After an excursion, there’s also time for a massage, a quiet moment at the spa or a Mediterranean dinner at Sa Figuera Restaurant.
September doesn’t need too many plans.
Perhaps it’s enough to wake up without an alarm, choose between the sea and the mountains, discover a new village, sit down at a table without looking at the clock and return to the hotel as the afternoon begins to fade.
Because extending summer in Mallorca doesn’t mean trying to make August last a little longer. It means discovering everything the island has to offer as it begins to return to its own rhythm.
