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Local poet Costa i Llobera masterfully transmitted the beauty and classical resonance of “The Pine Tree of Formentor”, which is still revered at the Literary Conversations held since 1959 at the present-day Hotel Barceló Formentor. In a similar vein, the town’s commitment to the world of culture remains firm to this very day. Tales that are within your reach to listen to, feel, experience or share with whoever you may wish. If you’d like to receive alerts about free activities, concerts or specific shows, or you’d like further information on any of the content on this site, all you have to do is sign up. Start planning your holidays right now!
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Pollença, a place with stories to tell
Picture a place where verdant pine-clad mountains descend to meet an intensely turquoise sea. A town where stunning backdrops, a fascinating past and friendly locals are part of everything you do.
Imagine for a moment the authentic character of a dynamic town, with lively and creative people making Pollença a place with a full of content.
The town, with its old quarter, is the hub of social activities. Outlying resorts round off the destination: the Port, with excellent accommodation and tourist amenities, and Cala Sant Vicenç, with some of the best hotels on the island.
And, of course, the Formentor peninsula. Its famous hotel, its viewing point or its lighthouse have been sources of inspiration for politicians, artists and thinkers alike. Now you can discover them too.
Welcome to Pollença, a place with stories to tell.
How to get to Pollença
The distance from Palma Airport to the town is 60km and the journey should take around 45 minutes.
- Leave the airport and follow signs for Palma on the Ma-19 motorway.
- After just over 4km, turn off at Exit 3 and join the westbound lane of the Ma-20 motorway.
- After 2.6km, on the outskirts of Palma, turn off at Exit 3 and join the Ma-13 following signs for Inca/Port d'Alcúdia.
- After almost 40km, turn off at Exit 40 (signposted Pollença), cross the bridge over the motorway and join the final 10km stretch of road to Pollença.
Public transport
- At Palma Airport there are taxi stands and coach stops with information about fares and routes.
- A taxi costs around 70 euros, slightly less if leaving from central Palma.
- The website of the local public transport company (TIB) has information about coach routes and timetables:
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Pont Romà
The origin of this stone bridge that crosses the Torrente de Sant Jordi is a mystery in the town of Pollença, because since the nineteenth century it has been called the Pont Romà (Roman Bridge), although its existence wasn't recorded until 1403, when it was known as 'Puente de Cubelles'.
Some people believe it was part of an aqueduct to the former town of Pollentia (now Alcùdia) built by the Romans, who were present in Mallorca between 123 BC and 425 AD. But the fact that the present-day town of Pollença wasn't recorded in its current location until the thirteenth century leads other historians to date the construction of this bridge to medieval times.
Roman or not, this bridge has been crucial for Pollença inhabitants, because until the nineteenth century it was the only safe way to cross the Torrente de Sant Jordi during high water. It is also clear that the Romans left an indelible mark on Pollença: its name.
(1) Quintus Caecilius Metellus: Military general from the Roman Republic who belonged to one of the most prominent families of the era and whose male members were all called Quintus Caecilius Metellus, later earning a nickname thanks to their military feats. Hence the Roman conqueror of the Balearics was known as Quintus Caecilius Metellus Balearicus, son of Quintus Caecilius Metellus Macedonicus (for his role in the Third Macedonian War that made Macedonia a Roman province).
(2) Vandals: Germanic tribe from central Europe first heard of in the second century BC on the southern shores of the Baltic, particularly in the area of present-day Germany and Poland, and notorious for the ferocity of their attacks. At the beginning of the fifth century, they crossed Gaul and arrived in Hispania in 409, where they settled as federates or allies of Rome. In 425 AD they pillaged the Balearic Islands, although the archipelago didn't become part of the Vandal kingdom until 455 AD. After years of victories, the kingdom fell into decline and was ultimately conquered by the Byzantine Empire in 533 AD.
(3) Conquest of Mallorca: Determined to conquer Mallorca and annex it to the Crown of Aragon (which back then included present-day Catalonia and Aragon), King Jaime I landed in the town of Santa Ponsa (southwest of Mallorca) in September 1229 with a 150-strong fleet of warships and the intention to expel the Moors from the island. After fierce fighting, he managed to take hold of the then capital Madina Mayurqa, now Palma de Mallorca, on 31st December, even though some Moors remained in Mallorca and stood strong in the Sierra de Tramuntana until the complete conquest of the island in 1332.
(4) Knights Templar: Knights Templar is the name given to members of the Poor Fellow Knights of Christ and of the Temple of Solomon, also called the Order of the Temple, one of the most famous Christian military orders of the Middle Ages. It was founded between 1115 and 1120 by French knights in order to protect the lives of Christians who made the pilgrimage to Jerusalem after its conquest. The growing power of the Templars, who wore distinctive white robes with a red cross, aroused strong suspicions and was precisely the reason behind the decree issued by Pope Clement V in 1312 to dissolve the order. Today, a veil of mystery still surrounds the Order's secret activities and ceremonies.
DIRECCIÓN
Carrer Pont Romà
07460 Pollença
La Font del Lleó
La Font del Lleò (Lion Fountain) was the first public fountain in Pollença. Until its construction in ...
El Calvari
The Knights Templar were the first owners of this mount, which today hosts one of the most ...
Oratory of Sant Jordi
The Oratorio de Sant Jordi was built in the sixteenth century on the then outskirts of the ...
Montision Building
The Colegio de San Ignacio, popularly known as Edificio Montisión, was built by the Jesuits (1) between ...
Sant Antoni
The pine climbing is the main activity of the day. In old times the tradition was to ...
Plaça de l'Almoina
Plaça de l’Almoina is small in size but rich in history. Its name means 'alms', as it ...
La Patrona
Since 1970 the celebrations start with the opening speech, which is read in Saint Domingo’s Cloister. Among ...
Plaça Major
This square was created between 1854 and 1857 to provide a new meeting point for Pollença locals, ...
Corpus Christy
Some authors relate them to the weaver’s union of Pollença, but others attribute these figures a more ...
Holy Thursday and Friday
Considered of Tourist Interest from 1968, it basically consists in unnailing an articulated Saint Christ situated at ...
Mare de Deu dels Angels Parish Church
This parish church was founded in 1236, but only four years later it was handed to the ...
Plaça Vella and Can Llobera
The Plaça Vella ('Old Square'), which is part of the original old quarter dating back to medieval ...
Pollença Market
This market has 300 stalls where we can find food, crafts, shoes, clothes, plants... It takes place ...
Sant Sebastià
An interesting procession in honour of the Saint has been preserved, in which two small horses dance ...
Joan March Gardens and Desbrull Tower
This site was given to the town by one of the island's most famous clans, the March ...
La Fira
Nowadays, the Fair (or how is known locally, la Fira) is held on Saturday, Sunday – the ...
Convent of Santo Domingo
This convent was built by Dominican Friars (1) between 1558 and 1616 in order to bolster ...
Pollença Museum
The name of Pollença is linked to the world of painting from the first years of the ...
Wine trade fair
It is usually celebrated in April in Saint Domingo’s Cloister. The number of visitors increases yearly, that’s ...
Oratory of Roser Vell
The exact construction date of this chapel is unknown. It is often said to be the fourteenth ...
Puig de Maria
Standing at 330 metres above sea level, construction of this shrine to the Virgin Mary began in ...
Fartàritx Gran
The diversity of habitats fosters a rich diversity of birds throughout the year with species such as ...
Camí vell de Lluc
Today it's part of the GR221.It runs mainly through forests of oak and pine trees, and farmlands where forest species ...
Camí vell de Lluc
This is an easy and well signposted route. It follows trails through outstanding countryside and has the ...
La Font del Lleó
La Font del Lleò (Lion Fountain) was the first public fountain in Pollença. Until its construction in ...
DOWN URBAN POLLENÇA
Organisers: Ajuntament de Pollença i North Riders.
El Calvari
The Knights Templar were the first owners of this mount, which today hosts one of the most ...
Farmàcia Cerdà
We offer you drug medications and a wide variety of products like Parapharmacy, Dermopharmacy, nutrition products, Homeopathy, ...
Idiomes Pollença
Idiomes Pollença is a language school. We teach English, German, Russian, French, dutch and Spanish and Catalán ...
SERRA NORD MOUNTAIN RACE (FIRST YEAR)
Soller-Pollença along the GR221
Naturalment dietètica i nutrició. Herboristeria
Ecological shop, vegan and great selection of specific food products. Also, food intolerance tests are perfomed. and ...
Son Sant Jordi (T.I.)
All rooms are tastefully decorated, each one unique, retaining the charm of Majorcan style. The separate houses ...
Oratory of Sant Jordi
The Oratorio de Sant Jordi was built in the sixteenth century on the then outskirts of the ...
La Paceta Restaurante
Mediterranean cuisine. Exquisite risottos and paellas. Quality cuts of meat, fresh fish and local levels. Delicious and ...
Montision Building
The Colegio de San Ignacio, popularly known as Edificio Montisión, was built by the Jesuits (1) between ...
Optica Bellavista Pollença
Stylish range of designer sunglasses and frames: OAKLEY, PRADA, DOLCE GABBANA, TOM FORD, FENDI, POLICE, RAY BAN, ...
Sant Antoni
The pine climbing is the main activity of the day. In old times the tradition was to ...
Plaça de l'Almoina
Plaça de l’Almoina is small in size but rich in history. Its name means 'alms', as it ...
La Granota Sabates i Joguines
The shop was open in 2000 just for children shoes, in the 2011 we moved to the ...
La Penya Pizzeria Obris
Restaurant specialized in pizzas, salads, burguers, pasta and meats. come to visit our cozy and familiar dining room. We ...
La Botigueta
We offer the best of traditional japanese cuisine with elements of mediterranean diet, creating a very interesting fusion and whose main product is shushi. We also ...
Herbodietética Natura
Orenda mallorca
La Birreria
Open from 9 am, we offer the authentic majorcan bun for breakfast, the classic vermouth and a selection of snaks in the afternoon. ...
L´ull viu
Prensa internacional/reservas-Libros adulto-infantil.catalán , castellano , inglés , francés , alemán , ruso...Juguetes didácticos, madera, hojalata . ...
Sabateria Expo Pell
Espai d'Art 32
Espai d'art 32 es una apuesta innovadora dentro del mundo cultural. Se trata de un nuevo concepto ...
La Patrona
Since 1970 the celebrations start with the opening speech, which is read in Saint Domingo’s Cloister. Among ...
Plaça Major
This square was created between 1854 and 1857 to provide a new meeting point for Pollença locals, ...
Corpus Christy
Some authors relate them to the weaver’s union of Pollença, but others attribute these figures a more ...
La Coquette
Le Coquette Pollença is a women's fashion and accessories shop. We work with the aim of meeting ...
Mon d'Aventura
Món d’Aventura specializes in adventure activities and sports in Mallorca. We have the best team of professionals ...
Holy Thursday and Friday
Considered of Tourist Interest from 1968, it basically consists in unnailing an articulated Saint Christ situated at ...
Mare de Deu dels Angels Parish Church
This parish church was founded in 1236, but only four years later it was handed to the ...
TOMIR RACE
Organised by the Club Pollença Mountain Division.
POLLENÇA HALF-MARATHON
This race is held every year Organised by the Pollença Town Council and the Pollença Half-Marathon Association.
Aina Kids
Plaça Vella and Can Llobera
The Plaça Vella ('Old Square'), which is part of the original old quarter dating back to medieval ...
Mon d'Aventura
Món d’Aventura specializes in sports and adventure activities in Mallorca. We have the best team of professionals ...
Pollença Market
This market has 300 stalls where we can find food, crafts, shoes, clothes, plants... It takes place ...
L'Hostal ( T.I.)
March moda
March Moda has been working now for two generations for the people in town. It all started ...
Juma ***sup
Villas de Pollensa S.L.
Villas de Pollença offers the best holiday vacations staying at a holiday villa. Our villas are completely ...
Sant Sebastià
An interesting procession in honour of the Saint has been preserved, in which two small horses dance ...
Canaves Enseñat S.L.
Electrodomèstics Vila
Sale and repair of electrical appliances . Installation of air conditioning and satellite antennas.
Galeries Mestre Paco
Teixits Vicens
Teixits Vicens is a family run artisan textile factory founded in 1854 in Pollença. Manufacturer of typical ...
Balearic Properties
Balearic Properties is one of the longest operating real estate agencies in Pollensa, with 20 years of ...
Ema
Casual, urban and practical fashion. Men and women clothing. Spanish brand like: Skunk Funk, Fete... and T ...
Pollentia Properties North Mallorca
Pollentia Properties Real Estate will be based on 13 years of experience of the Real Estate business ...
Spira Bar & Grill
Restaurant with modern proposals based on traditional food of the cuisine of the mediterranean area. In our ...
Farmacia Miguel Oliver
The pharmacy Oliver is located in the centre of Pollença. Our team has extensive and professional experience ...
Tapimar
We have available a wide range of fabrics and curtain systems. We manufacture and install blinds with ...
Vàritx
RUN FOR ALZHEIMER’S.
Organised by AFAMA.
Joan March Gardens and Desbrull Tower
This site was given to the town by one of the island's most famous clans, the March ...
Siroco Pollença
Zapatos con marcas (Callaghan, Fluchos, Pikolinos, Wonders, Hispanitas, Nordikas, Montane y muchas mas).
La Fira
Nowadays, the Fair (or how is known locally, la Fira) is held on Saturday, Sunday – the ...
Kensington Finest Properties International
Rodemann & Wood, exclusive partner of Kensington International Pollença, is the real estate agency which specialize in ...
Anuma
Zapatos de la marca Giuseppo, Mustang, XTI.
Centre d'Estètica Aina
A beauty center where to enjoy a lot of treatments such as: pedicure, manicure, facial and body ...
Convent of Santo Domingo
This convent was built by Dominican Friars (1) between 1558 and 1616 in order to bolster ...
Pollença Museum
The name of Pollença is linked to the world of painting from the first years of the ...
Wine trade fair
It is usually celebrated in April in Saint Domingo’s Cloister. The number of visitors increases yearly, that’s ...
ULTRAMALLORCAMAN
Organisers: Club Grup Esportiu S’Escapada
Llobera llar i decoració
In Llobera llar i decoració, you will be able to find towels, bath and beach robes, covers, ...
La Mar Doça
Cafeteria, we specialize in developing coffees, offer a wide selection of coffees from traditional to special and ...
Agromart
Engel & Völkers Mallorca North
Engel & Völkers in the North of Mallorca has been specializing in the area for over 15 ...
Papereria Tot Útil
Stationary with service photocopying, binding , office , school and books for all ages.
Mapfre Pollença
Tannat
Serving, among other things, delicacies "pa amb oli" made from special pumpkin seed bread.?Furthermore you will find a large of quality wines, Iberian products and much more. Tannat is more than ...
IB-RED
IB-RED, founded in 2007 in Pollença, is a telecommunications operator that provides Internet services through its own ...
MOBLES PERELLÓ
Pollença Properties
Climbing Lluc
Organisers: Associació Antics Blavets de Lluc.
Nord Villas Pollença
Es una empresa que se dedica al alquiler vacacional de propiedades en la zona norte de Mallorca.
Estils i Formes
Ferreteria Jaume
Hardware generally. copies keys, plumbing,electricity tools, garden, household, paintings, screws, etc..
Porta Mallorquina, Licencia Pollensa Real Estate, SL
To offer exclusive real estate in Mallorca - that is what we specialise in. Our selected properties ...
MALLORCA 5000 SKYRUNNING
This race is organised by mountain clubs and the FBME. It is held every year.
Renault Dacia Pollença
Venta de vehículos nuevos y de ocasión. Fundado en 1964. Reparaciones de chapa y pintura. Diagnosis multimarca. ...
COPA MALLORCA (FUTBOL)
Organisers: Eventos Deportivos Nadri.
Puig de Maria
Although it is only a small mountain (330m), the Puig de Maria has a very important place ...
Oratory of Roser Vell
The exact construction date of this chapel is unknown. It is often said to be the fourteenth ...
Magatzem Torrandell
Company dedicated to the sale and distribution of all kinds of related world of the hardware items ...
Vall de Colonya
Visit to the Valley help us to bring in a more family environment but with some preparation in hiking. ...
Conde Transfers
Conde Transfers has more than 11 years of experience in transporting road passengers. Over the years Conde ...
Vall de Colonya
This part of the island nestles between the Penya Mascorda, the Calvari, the Serra de la Coma ...
The Best Villas Pollensa
The Best Villas Pollensa, company specialized in villa rentals with extensive experience in the travel industry, is ...
Fartàritx Gran
This route takes you into the heart of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains. Along a path that ...
Puig de Maria
Standing at 330 metres above sea level, construction of this shrine to the Virgin Mary began in ...
Santuïri
The climb to the Puig de Santuïri (141m) is a very interesting walk, not only because of ...
FUN RUN TO PUIG DE MARIA
Organisers: Obreria del Puig de Maria.