Things to do in Capdepera

Capdepera: the essentials

1. The palm-weaving museum in the castle

   Inside the walled precinct, besides the chapel and the wall walk, a small museum shows how dwarf-palm leaves are worked, from harvesting to the finished basket or hat.

2. Llata baskets and hats

   Plaiting dwarf-palm leaves is a centuries-old craft closely tied to Capdepera, kept alive by local craftswomen known as ses madones. In 2026 the Balearic government began the process of declaring it intangible cultural heritage.

3. Out to the lighthouse

   The lighthouse at Mallorca's easternmost tip, first lit in 1861 and still working. You can drive or walk out from Cala Ratjada, and on clear days Menorca appears across the water.

4. Walk from Cala Agulla to Cala Mesquida

   A waymarked path of about 4 kilometres crosses the pine woods between the two beaches. If you want more, carry on towards Cala Moltó or climb the Talaia de Son Jaumell, which is harder than it looks from below.

5. Sculptures at Sa Torre Cega

   The March family's summer villa above the sea in Cala Ratjada, with a garden full of contemporary sculpture. Visits are guided only and must be booked, on the dates set by the foundation.

6. Down into the Coves d'Artà

   Huge caves opening in the cliff at Canyamel, with towering chambers and stalagmite columns. Visits are guided; the entrance staircase above the sea is impressive on its own.

7. Two-star dinner in Canyamel

   Álvaro Salazar's restaurant in Canyamel holds two Michelin stars and serves a long tasting menu of creative cooking. Book well ahead and allow the whole evening.

8. Sant Bartomeu fiestas

   In the second half of August, peaking on the 24th, Capdepera honours its patron saint with the Nit de Foc fire night, concerts, the Sant Bartomeu race and a cart race down the village's steep streets.