Trecker-Maik: On an adventurous trip to Mallorca for your 50th birthday!

Trecker-Maik: On an adventurous trip to Mallorca for your 50th birthday!

Barcelona, Spanien - Today, on June 14, 2025, there are exciting news from the heart of the journey of Maik Horn, better known as "tractor-maik". The passionate tractor driver opened up to travel to Barcelona with his tractor, from where he would like to translate to Mallorca by ferry. The crew, consisting of a van and a GDR truck W50, has already completed the first section of around 800 kilometers from Kränzlin near Neuruppin to Kehl near the French border. It could hardly be more adventurous!

You don't need to think long about the reason for this extraordinary journey. Maik plans to celebrate his 50th birthday on the beautiful island of Mallorca while at the same time escaping the challenges of flying. However, the crew was unlucky with the Wartburg 1.3, which was driven by Daniela Horn. A defective head gasket ensured that the vehicle in Bad Mergentheim had to be handed over to the ADAC, which will now bring the Wartburg back to Dabergotz in collective transport. Daniela is now driving in the van and reports that they are still a proud 1145 kilometers to Barcelona.

ferry connections and travel planning

The ferry to Mallorca is reserved for June 24th, so the crew has enough time to arrive in time at the destination. There are several options for the crossing from Barcelona to Mallorca. The ride on the ferry takes between 5 and 8 hours depending on the destination. Ferry companies such as Trasmed (Grimaldi Group), Balearia and GNV offer regular connections, whereby the departures usually take place at night between 9:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. and occasionally also at 1:30 a.m. The arrival in Palma takes place around 5:30 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. or in Alcudia between 3:00 and 3:30 a.m. Ticket prices for the ferries start at 17 euros for a seat and can be up to 90 euros for a cabin. The transport of your own car also costs between 40 and 90 euros, depending on the ferry company.

culture and sights in Barcelona

Barcelona itself is not only the starting point for the onward journey to Mallorca, but also a city full of cultural highlights. Before Maik and his crew climb the ferry, they have the opportunity to experience the lively atmosphere of the city. Gaudí's masterpieces invite you to be discovered, while the diverse gastronomy and shopping opportunities offer atmospheric experiences. The port from which the ferries run is comfortable and easily accessible and is only 9 kilometers from the city center and 15 kilometers from the airport. Parking is also available at the harbor, supplemented by a comfortable taxi service and bus stops.

All in all, the trip from Trecker-Maik and his crew has already caused some surprises, and the anticipation in Mallorca is certainly larger with every kilometer. It remains exciting to see whether she will arrive in Barcelona in good time and nothing stands in the way of the birthday party. It will be interesting to see what you will experience in the coming days!

For more details about the ferry to Mallorca, take a look at the following links: maz-online.de, mallorqueando.com , and adac-faehren.de .