Wednesday, November 11th, 2020
Sunny and about 72 F (20 C)
I never heard of Biniaraix (Bee-nee-ah-rah-eech) before. I read about it in the local paper. It's a small hamlet, maybe 550 in population, located between Soller and Fornalutx in a valley of the foothills of the Tramuntana mountain range. Once I read the article, I decided I had to go see it for myself. From Palma it's only about 30 kms (approx 18 miles) away.
It's tucked away, a bit hard to find via the narrow access roads in the area. The locals probably don't want you to know. Many people staying, or living, in nearby Soller or Fornalutx simply walk there. I wouldn't recommend driving a car unless you park it outside of the village and walk in, because the streets are narrow and there's very little in the way of parking. However, a moto-scooter is very viable.
Biniaraix isn't your typical village. There's only a couple of cafes and you probably won't find a supermarket, hardware store, hotel, or pharmacies unless they're hiding in some nook in an alley only the locals know how to find. But, there ARE two churches!!!
It's a hikers paradise as several trails launch from the area. The land surrounding Biniaraix is dotted with beautiful stone homes and grove after grove of lemon and orange trees!
I'm going to let my video do most of the 'talking'. I stuck my GoPro camera to the top of my motorcycle helmet and ventured down whatever road or lane looked intriguing to me.
As I mentioned in a previous blog, it's easy to change your scenery on a whim and not take up your whole day...unless you WANT to! This little jaunt I took was no more than a few hours in duration and maybe 40 miles (round-trip) added to my odometer.
Here's a few photos to whet your appetite before the video where you can ride along with me!
Before arriving in Biniaraix is this local CoOp which sells produce from the local area.
Here's the video I promised!! I hope you enjoy this 16 minute escape including music, still-photos, and commentary. Don't forget tu have your volume turned 'on' and run the video in full-screen mode!!
Or click this link: https://youtu.be/Tz2TCfR3D9E
