Sacred sites & monasteries

Lluc Monastery: Mallorca’s most important place of pilgrimage

People have been making pilgrimages to the Black Madonna of Lluc since the 13th century – today many also come for the boys’ choir that sings in the heart of the Serra de Tramuntana.

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In brief

Lluc Monastery in the Serra de Tramuntana is Mallorca’s most important place of pilgrimage and houses the statue of the Black Madonna “La Moreneta”, a museum since 1952 and a botanical garden since 1956. Lluc is also known for the Escolania de Lluc boys’ choir, whose traditional performance time during the school year is 13:30; in summer there is usually a break, so check lluc.net before your visit.

Museum and botanical garden

The monastery’s museum has existed since 1952 and shows religious art as well as objects on the history of the pilgrimage site. The botanical garden was added in 1956 and complements the tour with a quiet outdoor area.

The Black Madonna “La Moreneta”

At the centre of the pilgrimage is the statue of the Black Madonna, which has been venerated since the 13th century and gives the church its status as the island’s most important place of pilgrimage.

Escolania de Lluc: the “Els Blauets” boys’ choir

The “Els Blauets” boys’ choir traditionally sings daily at 13:30 in the monastery church during the school year. In summer there is usually a break – check the current performance times directly at lluc.net before you travel.

The Gaudí connection: restoration work on the church

Antoni Gaudí was involved in restoration work on the monastery church, which gives Lluc an art-historical link to Palma’s cathedral as well as its religious one.

At a glance

Location: Escorca, Serra de Tramuntana
Duration: approx. 90 minutes, up to 120 minutes with the botanical garden
Rainy-weather score: 4 out of 5 – church and museum under cover, only the garden outdoors
Admission: church free, museum low admission – check the day’s price at lluc.net before your visit
Getting there/parking: large paid car park at the monastery, winding mountain road

Practical tips

Check the Escolania de Lluc performance times directly at lluc.net before you set off, especially in the summer months.
In dry weather, the botanical garden is worthwhile as an addition to the indoor visit.
The drive through the Serra de Tramuntana is full of bends – allow plenty of time.

Check the details

Admission prices, opening times and current exhibitions change at short notice. We only give the editorially checked status – check the venue’s official website before you visit.

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Santuari de Lluc

Mallorca’s spiritual centre in the heart of the Tramuntana – place of pilgrimage, museum and boys’ choir in one place.

Admission: Church free, museum small charge – check the day’s price
Duration: approx. 90 minutes
Rain-friendly: 4/5 – good for rainy days
Getting there: Large paid car park at the monastery

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Don’t miss: the Black Madonna “La Moreneta” and the performance of the Els Blauets choir.

RM24 tip: the drive along the mountain road takes longer than the map suggests – set off early.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions about Lluc Monastery

When does the Escolania de Lluc sing?

Traditionally daily at 13:30 during the school year – in summer there is usually a break, check before you travel.

Is a visit to Lluc Monastery free?

The church is free to enter; the museum charges a low admission fee. Check current prices and opening times at lluc.net before your visit.

Can you combine Lluc Monastery with a hike?

Yes, Lluc lies on several well-known hiking routes in the Serra de Tramuntana and works well as a stage destination or starting point.