Challenge accepted

ELITE cyclists from across the world descended on Mallorca for one of the biggest preseason events last week, the Challenge Ciclista Mallorca. The five day race took place across the island from Wednesday, January 25 to Sunday, January 29.

The race’s unusual format sees cyclists compete for five individual trophies, allowing cyclists to pick and choose which stages to participate in. The race is considered a favourable preseason test for riders who aren’t yet in top shape as they can control how much they compete.

And this year’s classification saw plenty of international competition. The first

MALLORCA’S biggest shelter for hikers opened its doors for the first time on Wednesday, January 25, offering walkers some respite during challenges in the island’s challenging terrain.

The new shelter in Galatzó boasts an interior of more than 1,100 metres squared, which is split into more than 12 different bedrooms with over 50 beds in total. The building also has kitchen and dining room facilities, bathrooms with showers and a communal space.

Authorities refurbished the former Porqueres de Galatzó building to create the largest refuge for hikers in all of the Balearic Islands.

Interested walkers got a sneak peak into the shelter