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Deadly accident near Santa María: What's going wrong on Mallorca's rural roads?

Why Rural Roads in Mallorca Feel Unsafe for Cyclists

Narrow roads, fast traffic and missing shoulders make many Mallorca rural routes risky for cyclists.

Published: April 23, 2026
Deadly accident near Santa María: What's going wrong on Mallorca's rural roads?

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Why are Mallorca's rural roads often considered dangerous for cyclists?

Many of Mallorca’s connecting roads were built for lighter, slower traffic than they carry today. Narrow lanes, limited shoulders and higher speeds leave little room when cars, vans and bicycles meet. The risk is especially high on stretches where the road layout has not been adapted to mixed traffic.

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