As far as a lot of people are concerned, Soller comes to mind when thinking about the vintage train that arrives there from Palma. This narrow gauge railway may be a significant attraction in itself, but you should be prepared for a superb and eye opening experience visiting Soller too.

Firstly Soller should not be confused with Port de Soller, which (as the name suggests) is on the coast. Soller itself is slightly further inland and provides a different experience if you want to discover a bit more about Majorca. However if you do want to pay a visit to the port as well, all you have to do is jump on board the Orange Express. This is the delightful name given to the tramway that joins the two together.

The name of the tramway is actually rather apt, since Soller itself is home to a number of citrus groves. Olives are the other main staple that is grown here. As you can see, the town certainly makes the most of the fertile soil it has been blessed with.

Soller has the feel of a more natural Majorcan destination, rather than one which exists primarily to cater for tourists. Some of the locals indulge in pottery making and other crafts, and you can enjoy browsing round some of the shops here. You might even elect to take a few items home with you as authentic Majorcan souvenirs.

The other notable thing about Soller is the buildings. There are a few notable buildings that stand out, such as the Church of Sant Bartomeu for example. But the other buildings in town also have an attraction of their own. Take a look at the architecture and note the details around the windows for example. Some are more ornate than others but it all has an undeniably attractive and rustic feel.

If you happen to be staying near Palma you’ll have ample opportunity to hop on the narrow gauge railway to reach Soller itself. As you can see it is well worth doing so, if only to see a different side of Majorca to the one you’ll already have discovered.