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Archive Video on TikTok: How Mallorca Won Over the Germans — A Look Back

How Mallorca Became a Favourite for German Holidaymakers

A look at how Mallorca grew into a favourite destination for German holidaymakers.

Published: April 23, 2026
Archive Video on TikTok: How Mallorca Won Over the Germans — A Look Back

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Why did Mallorca become so popular with German visitors?

Archive footage from the 1970s shows the early days of Mallorca’s big tourism boom, when flights, buses, and package travel made the island much easier to reach. For many Germans, Mallorca became a regular holiday destination because it offered sun, beaches, and a simple journey compared with more distant places. Over time, that first wave shaped the island’s economy and its public image.

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