Sa Dragonera Natural Park

Especially funny and beautiful to watch are the small Balearic lizards that exist on Sa Dragonera in masses. The little dragons are very nimble and curious. The bags should therefore be kept well closed.

Three beautiful hikes are possible here. From easy to moderate. One is accompanied by innumerable lizards all the time.

The island got its name Sa Dragonera from its shape, which is reminiscent of a dragon resting in the sea. And that's not far-fetched, as the island's origins are told as follows:
Like all lizards, dragons prefer warmer climes for laying their eggs and found Mallorca an ideal place for this. A particularly brave dragon stayed behind to guard the eggs, from which young dragons later hatched. This dragon eventually turned to stone and now forms the island's silhouette.Piracy played a major role on Mallorca throughout history. Initially active, later defensive. Sa Dragonera repeatedly served as a hideout for privateers. This led to stories of hidden treasures that are said to still be hidden on the island.Another special feature is the lizard that lives here, which is only found in this form on Dragonera. It is said to have once existed on the main island as well, but was wiped out by introduced animals such as cats and snakes. They differ not only genetically, but also in their food choices and behavior. Since they have no natural enemies here, they lack the instinct to flee and are not afraid of humans. Nevertheless, they should not be fed, as human food is not suitable for animals and can cause disease.