Fields, farmland and scattered fincas define S'Aranjassa. If you are looking for a rural destination when choosing somewhere to stay, this is a place with a distinctly agricultural character. The local landscape is shaped not only by the fields themselves, but also by the role of water and agriculture in the area.
Windmills and Irrigation
Two windmills used to pump water stand on the Can Morey estate in Pla de Sant Jordi de Palma, near the centre of S'Aranjassa. Their housings are made of iron, and their sails and wind vanes are made of wood. Both are operational and are used to irrigate the surrounding fields. They are therefore both technical structures and part of the area's agricultural landscape. The windmills and their machinery were restored by the Consell de Mallorca in 2017. Important for planning your visit: the windmills are temporarily closed to visitors.
Local Life and Walking Route
The Associació de Veïns Sant Isidre-s’Aranjassa has been in existence since 1978 and honours the town's patron saint. This connection between a long-established association and the patron saint offers insight into an aspect of local life beyond the landscape.
One named walking option is the Ruta de Sant Jordi, S'Aranjassa y Es Pil·larĂ. It has three stops, including S’Aranjassa, and is 6.9 km long. Its length and number of stops provide specific details if you would like to include a walk in your plans.
Palma: Art and Urban History
Palma offers a distinct focus on art and history. The Es Baluard Museu d'Art Contemporani de Palma presents temporary exhibitions and an important collection of contemporary art in a historic fortress setting. It is located at the edge of the Bastion de Sant Pere, part of Palma's Renaissance city walls. These walls surrounded the city until the early 20th century. The museum's central courtyard hosts cultural activities and offers the chance to visit the museum outdoors.
Castillo de Bellver showcases another side of Palma's architecture: the Gothic castle has a circular floor plan, three original towers and the Torre del Homenaje, which was added later. The Castillo also houses Palma's City History Museum, which traces the city's development under Roman, Muslim and Christian rule. From the Castillo, there are 360-degree views of the Bay of Palma and the island of Mallorca. The Royal Palace of La Almudaina also reflects the Roman, Islamic and Christian periods in Palma's history and served as the residence of the kings of Mallorca.
If you are interested in the city's fortifications, you can explore surviving sections of Palma's historic walls along an easy route with four main stops. For a different experience, visit Mercat de l’Olivar in the historic centre: its stalls offer tastings and tapas, as well as food to take away or eat on site.
For getting around Palma, the city has an extensive public transport network. EMT operates the 31 bus routes that make up the urban transport network.
Discover more destinations: Es Pil LarĂ, Establiments, Son Gual, Gènova, Son Sardina, Son Ferriol, Can Pastilla, Cala Major
For the wider travel overview: Palma De Mallorca.
