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Santa Eugènia, Mallorca, Things to do and see, hotels, market
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Why visit Santa Eugènia
Things to do in Santa Eugènia
Due to its fantastic location between the Tramuntana and the rural countryside, sports like walking, trekking and bicycling are some of the most obvious things to do in Santa Eugènia.
SON SEGUÍ AND MONUMENT OF THE SACRED HEART
The hill of Son Seguí is one of the most interesting protected natural areas of the Pla region in Mallorca, and home to a wide variety of vegetation and animals. Moreover, the hill is home to some of the most significant points of interest in the area; the hermitage of Our Virgin of Peace and Good Voyage and the monument of the Sacred Heart, the latter offering breathtaking panoramic views over the Santa Eugènia and the surrounding area.
NATURA PARC
If you love and are fascinated by animals, then a trip to the local zoo is a must. Natura Parc is set in the world to make a difference for animals, which is why the majority of the profits go to charity. In the park you will find a beautiful collection of tropical bird species, native mammals, reptiles and monkeys living in scenic surroundings.
COVA DE LOURDES
The cave of Our Lady of Lourdes is an outdoor chapel built into the rocky walls.
PARISH CHURCH OF SANTA EUGÈNIA
The parish church is not just a church, it is a monument that reminds us of a time when the local congregation started to expand in Santa Eugènia and initiatives to segregate from Santa Maria del Camí began. The current church construction was built between the 17th and 20th century.
S’Aljub
An interesting cistern that has properly derived from the Islamic period (902-1232) and gives name to the same street. The water tank is a splendid example of hydraulic engineering, and until the 1950’s, the tank supplied the entire village with water.
ES PUGET
Enjoy a walk to the mill district of Santa Eugènia, es Puget, which is like an open-air museum of stunning mills from the 18th and 19th century. Here, you can see the three well-preserved mills of cas Moliner Vell, el Molí de Can Camarada and el Molí de Can Fideu. The es Puget district is located on a hill and there is a platform up here from where you can take in the wonderful views over the tranquil rural countryside.
SON BOSSO
According to local mouths, the property of Son Bosso originates from the Islamic Benibazari farm from which the urban nucleus expanded. The property is also known as Can Paterno or sa Casa Paterna.
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FAQ
Here are the best accommodation options in Santa Eugènia:
Santa Eugènia is located approx. 22 km (~13 miles) from Palma airport. The transfer time by car or taxi is about 20 minutes.
A taxi from the airport will cost about 25-30 euros.
If you prefer a more comfortable transfer, consider an air-conditioned private minibus. Book here
The weekly market in Santa Eugènia is held on Fridays from 8 am.
The nearest beach is the wide sandy beach of Ca’n Pastilla (Palma area), just 20 km south of the village. Next to this, you’ll find the Arenal beach which is also nice.
Market and Events in Santa Eugènia
Weekly market
The weekly farmers and crafts market in Santa Eugènia is held on Saturdays.
Events and festivities
April
Fira Agrícola i Ramadera
The annual agricultural fair in Santa Eugènia, usually held in the middle of April, is a great opportunity to experience and taste the rich cultural heritage of this rural area. During the weekend, a wide range of activities related to the agrarian world occupies the streets and surrounding fields of the village. There will be games, exhibitions, animals, machinery, danceses and music performances, as well as plenty of food experiences. There will also be a great market with stands selling cookware, local products, crafts , ceramics etc.
July
Mostra d’Arts Escèniques a Santa Eugènia
The performing arts festival of Santa Eugènia takes place in late July. The festival spans over 3 days with a wonderful program of various dances, theatrical performances, musical shows etc. Performers from all over the island and the Iberian peninsula come to show of their skills and shows.
Support Local
Supporting local communities during your travels can have a profound impact. Stock up with groceries locally, stop in an artisan shop or enjoy a refreshment at a restaurant or bar. Now more than ever, these small businesses need support from travelers near and far.
Get to know the area of Santa Eugènia
About the area of Santa Eugènia
Santa Eugènia is one of the smaller municipalities of Mallorca comprising a surface of just 2,023.50 hectares of land with 738,73 of these protected and a population of 1,671 inhabitants (2018). In addition to the main village, the municipality also comprise the surrounding villages of Ses Ollieres, Ses Coves and Ses Alqueries. Santa Eugènia borders the surrounding municipalities of Sencelles (northeast), Consell (northwest), Algaida (southeast), Palma (southwest) and Santa Maria del Camí (west). Economy is mainly focused around agricultural activities and construction, however, during the past decades tourism has started to account for a reasonable part.
History of Santa Eugènia
About 13 archaeological sites documents the prehistoric activity in the municipality. From the time of the cave people, in Mallorca known as the “Pre-Talatyotc” era about 2,400 – 1,100 BC, the caves of del puig de Santa Eugènia, des Puget, de Son Matxina, de ses Coyes, de Son Tano and de can Paiou. From the Talayotic culture (1,100 – 300 BC), the most interesting site excavated is the Comellar de Rafal, a circular construction found in 1915 by the two archaeologists Vicenç Furió Kobs and Josep Colominas i Roca from Barcelona. Other interesting sites has been found and excavated in on the hill between Santa Eugènia and Ses Coves, such as Sa Mola, Son Vidal, Son Mateu og Sa Talaia.
Practical Info
Useful Numbers
Emergency: 112
National police: 091
Local police: 092
Guarda civil: 062
Fire: 080
Maritime emergencies: 900 202 202
Town Hall: +34 971 14 43 97
Public Transport
Bus lines: 304, 343
Power Supply
220V