North (Alcúdia, Pollença, Can Picafort)
Pollença
Pollença is the cultural centre of northern Mallorca: an old town built of natural stone with the 365-step Calvary staircase, a Sunday market and a music festival – the harbour town of Port de Pollença lies six kilometres away by the sea.
Culture & city Couples Hiking Nature
365 steps lead from the town centre up to the chapel.
Pollença lies inland at the foot of the Tramuntana and should be clearly distinguished from Port de Pollença: here the old town, market, culture and fincas; there the bay, promenade and beach hotels. If you stay in Pollença, you need a car or the bus for the beach – but in return you get the more authentic town.
Is Pollença right for your holiday?
Well suited for
- Cultural holidays in the north with an old town, market and festival
- Finca stays in the Vall de March
- Hikers and road cyclists, as a base for the Tramuntana
Less suited for
- Beach holidays on foot from the hotel
- A row of hotels with beach access
At a glance
- Region
- North (Alcúdia, Pollença, Can Picafort)
- From the airport
- 65 km · approx. 60 min
- Without a car
- 3/5
- Nearby beaches
- Platja de Formentor, Port de Pollença (Platja d'Albercuix), Cala Murta (Pollença)
- Coordinates
- 39.8767, 3.0164
Place profile compared
Editorial rating from 1 to 5 – for comparing places, not as a review.
- Beach2/5
- Peace and quiet4/5
- Nightlife2/5
- Families3/5
- Culture5/5
- Food & drink4/5
On the ground
What makes Pollença special
Calvary staircase
The long staircase up to the chapel is the old town's landmark – at the top you get the best view over the north.
Sunday market
The market in the old town takes place on Sundays – details in the market section of this page.
Cala Sant Vicenç
The municipality's four small coves are a few minutes' drive to the north.
Sights
What to see in Pollença
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El Calvari (Calvary of Pollença) ↗
Historic staircase/chapel
365 steps to the Església del Calvari chapel
Pollença's landmark with views over the valley
Carrer del Calvari, 07460 Pollença
Admission: free
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Mirador de Es Colomer / Cap de Formentor ↗
Viewpoint
Spectacular viewpoint on the road to Cap Formentor
One of the best-known viewpoints in Mallorca
Ma-2210, 07469 Pollença
Admission: free (parking may be charged)
Calvari steps
365 steps lined with cypresses lead from the town centre up to the Calvari chapel with its small oratory. From the top you can see over the bay of Alcúdia and the Tramuntana. On Sundays there is a weekly market around Plaça Major.
Accommodation
Where to stay in Pollença?
Pollença is dominated by luxury agroturismos and small town hotels; the Vall de March is one of the most exclusive finca areas on the island. Beach hotels, by contrast, are in Port de Pollença.
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Getting around locally
The old town is compact and easy to explore on foot, and the bus runs to the harbour town. For Cala Sant Vicenç, Formentor and hikes, a car is more practical.
Bus connections: TIB buses connect Pollença with Port de Pollença, Alcúdia, Inca and Palma.
Active
Activities & experiences in Pollença
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Golf Pollença
Golf
Compact 9-hole course among olive trees with views of the Tramuntana and the bay of Pollença.
Ctra. Palma–Pollença km 49.3, 07460 Pollença, Mallorca
Beaches
Swimming near Pollença
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Platja de Formentor
Fine sand · approx. 1.0 km Narrow sandy beach on the Formentor peninsula, where pine branches reach almost to the water. Families Snorkelling Beach profile →
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Port de Pollença (Platja d'Albercuix)
Fine sand · approx. 1.4 km Narrow sandy beach along the famous 'Pine Walk' pedestrian promenade beneath old pine trees. Families Beach profile →
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Cala Murta (Pollença)
Pebbles · approx. 80 m Hidden pebble cove in a sheltered valley floor of oak and pine on Formentor. Snorkelling Beach profile →
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Location of Pollença and the nearest beaches.
Beaches
Beaches near Pollença in detail
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Rock/sandy coves · Pollença
- Location:
- approx. 10 min north of Pollença
- Ground:
- Sand/rock
- Families:
- yes
- Infrastructure:
- Standard infrastructure
- Food & drink:
- Restaurants on site
- Parking:
- available
- Bus:
- yes
- Special feature:
- Cala Barques, Molins, Clara, Carbó – crystal-clear water
Food & drink
Restaurants in Pollença
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€€€
3/65
Pollença
Spanish
- Special occasion
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€€€€
Restaurant 3/65 (Son Brull)
Pollença
Organic fine dining · Mediterranean
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€€€
Restaurant Clivia
Pollença
Upscale Mediterranean cuisine · Fish
Market
Market days in Pollença
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Sunday · 08:00–13:30
One of the best-known Sunday markets on the island
Plaça Major and old-town lanes
all year round
Topics around Pollença
- The North region Coves, Formentor and cycling routes
- Port de Pollença The municipality's harbour and beach resort
- Open the restaurant finder Filter all restaurants by place, cuisine and occasion
- Cap Formentor Getting there, season and access rules
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Frequently asked questions about Pollença
What is the difference between Pollença and Port de Pollença?
Pollença is the historic old town inland; Port de Pollença is the harbour and beach resort six kilometres away on the bay.
When is market day in Pollença?
On Sundays in the old town – the time and location are given in the market section of this page.
Can you swim in Pollença?
Not in the town itself. The nearest swimming spots are Cala Sant Vicenç and the bay of Port de Pollença.