Felanitx
Traditional rural town in the south east of Majorca
Felanitx is a small town in the southeast corner of Mallorca. It lies inland from its closest seaport of Porto Colom and is the administrative centre for the area.
Felanitx is the main town of Mallorca's second wine-producing area, Pla & Llevant, which produces a variety of white whites and fresh red wines. It's set in lovely countryside - close by you have the Sanctuary Sant Salvador and Castle Santuari, both of which are perched on top of hills and have wonderful views of both Mallorca and the sea. The town is also known for its capers or 'green pearls'. You can buy them at the Sunday morning market, which spills out onto the streets around the church of Sant Miquel, with local pottery displayed on the church steps.
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- Beaches in Felanitx
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- Events in Felanitx
- Things to do in Felanitx
- Cycling in Felanitx
- Hiking in Felanitx
- Yachts & Sailing in Felanitx
- Watersports in Felanitx
- Families in Felanitx
- Villas in Felanitx
- Holidays Rentals in Felanitx
- Hotels in Felanitx
- How to get to Felanitx
History & Culture in Felanitx
Felanitx' early history
The name Felanitx comes from the Latin fenalicius, which translates to 'where much hay is produced'. There is evidence of settlers from the Bronze Age and the Roman period. When the Muslims ruled Mallorca from 902 to 1229, Felanitx had a mosque and the site of Santuari Castle was a fortress.
Recent times
During the 19th century, the vineyards of Felanitx helped place it on the map and it became Mallorca's third city after Palma and Alcudia. Once the vine disease phylloxera wiped out the vineyards, the local population relied on other agriculture for survival until the advent of tourism in the late 20th century.
Sights & Attractions in Felanitx
History, architecture and culture in Felanitx
Santuari Castle was first documented in 1228 and sits on a hill (408m) overlooking the town and the sea.
The monastery of Sant Salvador has existed since 1348, with the current structure being built in 1707-34. It has amazing views over Mallorca and you can stay there in simple accommodation.
Sant Miquel church (from the 16th century) dominates the town centre. The church facade contains a memorial to 414 people who died when a wall collapsed in 1844. Further up, beneath the rose window, you can see the archangel Michael standing on the Devil's head.
The other main attraction in the area are the vineyards. Many are open to the public but book in advance if you would like a tasting or a tour.
Sights in Felanitx
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Sanctuary de Sant Salvador, Felanitx
This old hermitage, 509m above sea level at the highest point of the Serra de Llevant near the town of Felanitx, was the senior house of Mallorca's monastic order and the last to lose its monks in 1992.
Beaches in Felanitx
The nearest beach is at Porto Colom and the surrounding coastline.
Beaches in Mallorca
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Cala Varques Beach, East Mallorca
Cala Varques (also known as Cala Barques) is a quiet, untouched beach about 12 km south of Porto Cristo, on the east coast of Majorca. This beach continues to grow in popularity, with more visitors now than ever before. Despite the summer crowds and 15 minutesโ walk to get there, this beach is well worth your visit.
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Cala Sa Nau Beach
Escape the crowds on the beaches of Cala d'Or by heading 3 km north to the bay of Cala Sa Nau. This relaxed beach is surrounded by pine trees and is very picturesque.
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Cala d'Or Beach
Spread over a continuous stretch of Mallorcaโs southeast coastline, the beach resort of Cala d'Or is made up of several inlets and a group of beaches that can be found in smaller coves, more commonly known as โcalasโ.
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Calo d'es Burgit Beach, South-East Mallorca
Calo d'es Burgit is a small bay on the south east coast of Mallorca, just around the corner from Cala Mondrago and within the protected Mondrago Natural Park.
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Cala Mondrago Beach, South-East Mallorca
Considered one of Mallorca's most beautiful areas with its sand dunes, pine forests, beautiful coastline and rocky coves, Cala Mondrago, (often referred to as โCalรณ de nโAlisโ) has formed part of Mondrago National Park since 1992, greatly benefitting from the disallowing of any further development.
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Cala Barca Beach, South-East Mallorca
Cala Barca is a small but pretty bay on the edge of Mondrago Park in the south east of Mallorca. It's 35 metres long by 25 metres deep and has golden sand.
Dining in Felanitx
Restaurants in Felanitx
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Maritimo Restaurant
Looking for a spot to unwind with great food and an even better view? Restaurante Marรญtimo delivers both. Perched right on the waterfront in S'illot this easygoing restaurant is all about fresh ingredients, Mediterranean flavours, and a relaxed, welcoming vibe.
Events in Felanitx
Local markets
Felanitx holds a weekly market on Sunday mornings.
There is also a covered market Sa Placa which sells food and flowers and is open Tuesday to Sunday throughout the year.
Fetes and fiestas
There are annual fairs held in Felanitx during May (May Fair), August (summer festival Sant Augustin), September and October (harvest festivals).
Events in Mallorca
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Doggie Race at Port Adriano, El Toro
Port Adriano opens its doors to the Doggie Race a unique and family event where everybody will enjoy and where the pets will be the real protagonists.
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Festa des Vermar (Wine Fair), Binissalem
La Festa des Vermar is the annual grape harvest festival that includes parades, celebrations, grape-crushing competitions and a wine tasting contest. Don't miss the grape battle!
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Nit de l'Art
Palma hosts its Nit de l'Art every year in the middle of September. The museums and galleries of Palma open their doors to visitors for free during this evening.
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Open-Air Cinema Nights
This summer, immerse yourself in the magic of cinema beneath the stars at one of Mallorcaโs most exclusive locations, the terrace of the Castillo Hotel Son Vida.
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Deia International Music Festival
In 1978, a group of professional and amateur musicians came together under the name โParamusical Workshop' and began performing concerts in Llucalcari and the Deiร church. This marked the humble beginnings of what is today known as the Deiร International Music Festival. The quality and quantity of the guest artists have been growing steadily ever since.
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Multihull Cup Regatta, El Toro
Held over a long weekend in Port Adriano, the Multihull Cup is comprised of three races: two approximately 30Nm on Friday, with a longer โrecord runโ race on Saturday.
Things to do in Felanitx
If you'd like to take up some activities that are on or in the water, there is a yacht club in Portocolom and here you can engage in sailing, diving and sea fishing. For golf fans, the nearby golf course Vall d'Or has 18 holes and is situated on the road to Portocolom.
Things To Do in Felanitx
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A la Carte Horse Riding Holiday
Explore the magical island of Mallorca on horseback with an experienced local guide.
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Son Menut Horse Riding Centre, Felanitx
Located in the east of Mallorca, Son Menut is a well established horse riding centre and stud farm. They offer lessons for beginners and advanced riders, with dressage and jumping also available.
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Show Jumping Horse Riding Holiday
For those who want it all, combineย show jumping lessons, trail riding, and luxury accommodationย for a fantastic holiday.
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Beginners 5 Day Horse Riding Holiday
Fall in love with horseriding as you explore the beautiful island of Mallorca with an experienced local guide.
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Beginners 7 Day Horse Riding Holiday
Fall in love with horseriding as you explore the beautiful island of Mallorca with an experienced local guide.
Cycling in Felanitx
Cyclists can enjoy countryside lanes, coastal routes and more hilly challenges in the area around Felanitx.
Cycling Routes in Mallorca
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Colonia Sant Jordi to Cap de Ses Salines Cycling Route
22km point to point but a longer day out at 44km if you do the return journey by bike instead of catching the bus.
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Cala Millor to Porto Cristo Cycling Route
A great way to explore this part of the coast and easy enough for the whole family to enjoy...especially with beach breaks along the way.
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S' Arenal to Capocorb Cycling Route
A flat road cycle but at a distance of 60km this could be a long ride for a beginner so be prepared!
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Cycling C'an Picafort to Pollenca & Alcudia
100,000 cyclists cannot be wrong. Mallorca is one of the most popular and idyllic islands for cycling with it's plentiful flat farm roads and challenging hill climbs.
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Puerto Pollensa to Sa Pobla Cycling Route
An easy ride if you are used to road biking and at 44km this route could be a good challenge for a beginner!
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Parque de S' Albufera Cycling Route
Combining nature, bird spotting and a bit of exercise with a cycle round the nature reserve by the holiday resort of Puerto Alcudia.
Hiking in Felanitx
There are many hiking trails in the area that either pass by or begin in Felanitx.
Walking Routes in Mallorca
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An Uphill Walk from Felanitx to Monastery of San Salvador
Felanitx is located in the south-east of Mallorca.
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Hike from Petra to Hermitage of Bonany
Petra is located towards the middle of the island, about 8km west of Manacor. The walk up to the hermitage starts in Petra, following the paved road and involves a walk of a little over an hour, you can also get there by a trail going up from Vilafranca.
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Coastal Walk from Ses Salines to Es Trenc Beach
Ses Salines is located on the south-east coast of Mallorca. This is a summer walk which you can start from Ses Salines itself, or at the beach resort of Colonia de Sant Jordi.
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Hiking up the Puig de Randa Review
Good Friday is often a great opportunity for a spring time walk, especially in Mallorca where there was not a single cloud in the sky and temperatures were in the mid 20s.
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Hiking from Algaida to Cura Sant Honorat Gracia & Randa
Algaida is located towards the middle of the island, about 15 km east of Palma. This hike can start from the town of Algaida, walking towards Castellitx, where there is a beautiful hermitage, the "Ermita de la Pau" that is well worth visiting, and then on to Aubella, where the climb to Cura starts.
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Hike from Arta to Hermitage of Betlem
Arta is located in the far north-east of Mallorca.
Yachts & Sailing in Felanitx
Watersports in Felanitx
Watersports in Mallorca
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Sea Caving, East Mallorca
Explore one of the most spectacular caves on the island in a unique corner where very few are lucky enough to know about.
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Coasteering
Coasteering combines adventure swimming, abseiling, climbing and rock scrambling to explore some incredible locations in Mallorca.
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Albatros Diving School, Cala Bona
Enjoy great diving in Mallorca with Albatros Diving, based on the east coast in Cala Bona.
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PADI Diving Courses
PADI International certifications are recognised all over the world. This school offers a number of courses for you to learn new skills and progress.
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Karakorum Adventure, Cala Ratjada
Karakorum offer hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and canyoning throughout Mallorca.
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Coasteering
A fantastic and fun way to explore the Mallorcan coastline with friends and family!
Families in Felanitx
Villas in Felanitx
Villas in Felanitx
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El Jardin Villa
Villa El Jardin is a truly traditional Mallorcan farmhouse, accessed via an attractive archway and surrounded by extensive gardens with flowers, shrubs and orange trees. Located just 5 minutes drive away from the unspoilt beach of Cala San Vicente and sheltered by the high Tramuntana mountains, this villa is a perfect retreat to enjoy all the peace and atmosphere that Mallorca can offer. ย
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Acebuche Villa
This beautiful villa is located close to two pretty sandy beaches; Cala Esmeralda is 250m and Cala Gran 500m. It is a 10/15 minutes walk (700m.) to Cala D'Or centre. This bustling resort which is in the heart of a pedestrian area, offers a wide variety of restaurants, cafeterias, bars with live music, shops and boutiques. Its exclusive marina with superb restaurants where enjoy a nice meal looking at the yachts moored at the pier is a 5 minutes drive. Here you can also practice water sports or enjoy and excursion with a sailing boat or the glass bottom boat and visit the beautiful south coast of Majorca with its lovely sandy coves, charming fishing ports or even the natural Park of Mondrago.
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Estella Matutina Villa
Semi-detached sea front villa for 10 people to rent, with superb open sea views located in Es Fortรญ area, a short distance from Cala Egos, Cala D'Or, Mallorca.
Price: โฌ2,485
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Forti 57 Villa
The large villa Forti 57 enjoys a privileged seafront position with astonishing sea views where you can often see the yachts on their way to the Cala D'or marina.
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Daria Villa
This villa is situated in a quiet residential area in Sa Punta des Port, a part of Cala D'Or. The rocky cove Cala Llamp is 500m. away and about 10 minutes walk you will reach the small the sandy beach Cala Egos and Cala Egos centre that offers shops, restaurants, bars and cafes.
Price: โฌ2,135
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Can Alou Villa
Can Alou ist located on the crest of a hillside in this verdant valley amidst a setting of total tranquility - no cars, no planes, there is only the sound of migrating birds and sheep bells in the surrounding almond groves.
Holidays Rentals in Felanitx
Staying in short-term rental accommodation in Felanitx gives you the freedom to enjoy the town at your own pace. Whether in the historic centre or near the mountains, itโs a relaxed and flexible base. With extra space and the option to cook or dine out, itโs ideal for a comfortable holiday.
Holiday Rentals in Felanitx
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Can Alou Villa
Can Alou ist located on the crest of a hillside in this verdant valley amidst a setting of total tranquility - no cars, no planes, there is only the sound of migrating birds and sheep bells in the surrounding almond groves.
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Mar Gran Villa, Cala d'Or
This pretty villa is situated in a great position on the Cala Esmeralda that enjoys beautiful sea views. Cala Esmeralda is a beautiful sandy cove located in the resort of Cala D'Or on the South eastern coast of Mallorca. The villa is only a 10 minute stroll from two lovely beaches and the town centre is also no more than a 12 minute walk away. The heart of this little town is the pedestrian area with its boutiques, open air bars, restaurants and cafes. His famous marina is dotted with luxury vessels and large yachts.
Price: โฌ2,065
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Delfin Villa
Large villa perfect for a group of friends or two families. The villa is located in a quiet street close to Cala Esmeralda sandy beach. Cala Gran sandy beach and Cala DโOr centre with shops, restaurants and leisure activities are a short walk away.
Price: โฌ2,786
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Acebuche Villa
This beautiful villa is located close to two pretty sandy beaches; Cala Esmeralda is 250m and Cala Gran 500m. It is a 10/15 minutes walk (700m.) to Cala D'Or centre. This bustling resort which is in the heart of a pedestrian area, offers a wide variety of restaurants, cafeterias, bars with live music, shops and boutiques. Its exclusive marina with superb restaurants where enjoy a nice meal looking at the yachts moored at the pier is a 5 minutes drive. Here you can also practice water sports or enjoy and excursion with a sailing boat or the glass bottom boat and visit the beautiful south coast of Majorca with its lovely sandy coves, charming fishing ports or even the natural Park of Mondrago.
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Forti 57 Villa
The large villa Forti 57 enjoys a privileged seafront position with astonishing sea views where you can often see the yachts on their way to the Cala D'or marina.
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Daria Villa
This villa is situated in a quiet residential area in Sa Punta des Port, a part of Cala D'Or. The rocky cove Cala Llamp is 500m. away and about 10 minutes walk you will reach the small the sandy beach Cala Egos and Cala Egos centre that offers shops, restaurants, bars and cafes.
Price: โฌ2,135
Hotels in Felanitx
There are some charming finca hotels in the area that offer quiet and comfortable accommodation for those looking for a peaceful vacation.
Hotels in Felanitx
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Finca Son Jorbo Hotel, Porreres
Run by a German couple and set in a rural location in central Mallorca with views over the local countryside and mountains, Finca Son Jorbo offers style and comfort in a restored 17th century country house.ย With the convenience of bed and breakfast and the added benefit of fully equipped self-catered apartments, Finca Son Jorbo is the perfect combination.
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Melia Cala d'Or Luxury Hotel
Decorated in a traditional Mallorcan style, with smart new furniture this hotel offers a choice of family rooms, suites and junior suites all with airconditioning and heating.ย
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Son Josep de Baix Finca Hotel
The hotel is composed of variousย buildings in aย sobering Mallorcan style. Theyย are distributed around a great courtyard withย a well and cistern in the centre.
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Na Martina Hotel, Porto Petro
This rural hotel is eco-friendly, including systems to save water and energy, as well as better waste management.
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Can Feliu Finca Hotel, Porreres
An old country house from the 17th century, whichย has been carefully renovated respecting all the original architectural elements using traditional and ecological materials.
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Son Amoixa Vell Hotel
This hotel is set in charming 16th century buildings and grounds which were lovingly restored and added to by the family who own and operate it.
How to get to Felanitx
By car
Car hire is a viabe option on Mallorca, and Felanitx is around a 45 minute drive from Palma airport. Or take the hassle out of driving and book a private transfer.
Public transport
There is no direct bus from Palma airport to Felanitx
Transfers for Mallorca
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Luxury Chauffeur Services & Airport Transfers
Experience luxury and convenience with this company. Arrive at your yacht charter, sunset tour or boat trip in unparalleled style in a Rolls Royce Ghost.
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Janer Bus Airport Transfers
The established company have been offering a reliable, reasonably priced, private transfer service in Mallorca since 1993.
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Balearic Airport Transfers
This transfer company offers cheap and reliable Airport Transfers to all destinations in Mallorca with official vehicles and professional drivers.
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Conde Transfers
This taxi & transfer company operates out of Palma, covering the whole of Mallorca Island.
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Easy Majorca Taxi
A group of taxi drivers with many years of experience in the sector of airport transfers in Mallorca. You can book online in advance or call to book last-minute.
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Taxi PMI
Taxi PMI is the Association of Taxi Drivers of Palma de Mallorca, who provide visitors with an efficient and reliable airport transfer service, whilst also eliminating the need to stand in a queue and wait for the next available taxi.