Almond Blossoms, A Real Visual Spectacle Known as “Majorcan Snow”

The natural phenomenon of blossoming almond trees occurs at the end of winter and leaves postcard landscapes worthy of contemplation

This was already immortalized by Vincent Van Gogh in 1890 in his painting Almond Blossoms, an oil on canvas inspired by the landscapes of Saint-Remy-de-Provence which is one of the most popular towns in the French Provence.

It wasn't Majorca, but it very well could have been painted on the island as the blossoming almond tree spectacle can be enjoyed from north to south and east to west on Majorca.

It always occurs at the end of winter, obviously as a sign of the coming spring.

The extensive fields of almond trees become white and pink, creating snow-like blankets; hence, the name that has been given to this phenomenon: "Majorcan snow".

Everyone who visits the island during the month of February and even March can enjoy this image and record it in the retina.

These postcard-worthy landscapes are a part of cycling and hiking routes and have inspired painters and writers of all eras.

Destination Cap Vermell has kilometres of fields dressed up in white thanks to the almond blossoms. A number of municipalities can boast of the beauty of their winter landscapes: Capdepera, Son Servera and Sant Llorenç, among others.

One of them, Son Servera, right next to Canyamel, dedicates one of its winter fairs to this phenomenon. It's always held on the first Sunday of February and is an opportunity to discover, try and purchase all types of products made with almond fruit and blossoms.

The fruit of this deeply-rooted tree on the island is highly valued in the local gastronomy and pastry-making.

Almonds are used in starters, sauces and fillings and are the undisputed star of popular dishes such as gató and panellets.