Pollenca is located in the north-west of Mallorca. Castle del Rei is on a large private estate and you have to apply for permission at the Town Hall in Pollenca to get access.
The Hike from Pollenca to King's Castle Castell del Rei
A walk to an isolated ruined castle
Please note that this permission can take up to four days to be granted. You can now also arrange permission online via Pollenca Town Hall - follow this link for instructions on how to book your place. Cars are not allowed through the Ternelles Property, therefore, that part of excursion must be on foot. For more information, please see our page on Castles & Ruins.
What to see
Sights in Mallorca
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Dionis Bennassar Museum House
Art gallery featuring the works of Dionis Bennassar
This seventeenth century house is where artist Dionis Bennassar lived for half his life. It is now home to the Dionis Bennà ssar Foundation, which is a cultural foundation of private non-profit organization created to promote, publicize and defend the manifestations of the human spirit.Â
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Plaça Major 
Plaça Major
19th-century square with the local church
This traditional town square is located in the heart of Pollença and is the centre of the town's social and commercial life.
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Santuary de la Mare de Deu del Puig 
Santuary de la Mare de Deu del Puig
At the top of Puig de Maria, Pollenca
Nuns settled on Puig de Maria ('Mary's mountain') in 1371 and remained for several hundred years, refusing to leave even when the Bishop of Palma ordered them down for their own safety.
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Castell del Rei
Ruined castle on the coast that you must hike to
The hike to this remote mountain castle, 7 km north of Pollenca, is one of the loveliest in Mallorca.
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S'Albufereta Nature Reserve 
S'Albufereta Nature Reserve
Great natural spot for bird watching, in the north west of Mallorca
S'Albufereta de Pollensa is a wetland nature reserve in the north of the island, however, it is largely private property.  Visitors can drive along the main road from Pollenca to Alcudia to view the habitats.
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Roman Remains of Pollentia
Ancient Roman town & theatre in the north of Mallorca
Pollentia was founded by the consul Qintus Caecilius Metellus in 123 BC in the strategic location between the bays of Pollenca and Alcudia. It was the most important city in the Balearics duing the Roman period and covered an area of 15-20 hectares.
Where to lunch
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3\65 Restaurant
Seasonal Mallorcan cuisine in a historic estate near Pollensa
3\65 Restaurant sits within the Son Brull estate near Pollensa and offers a dining experience closely connected to Mallorca’s landscape, seasons and traditions. The cuisine is rooted in the island, with menus that change throughout the year to reflect what is at its best at each moment. A strong emphasis is placed on ingredients from the estate itself, complemented by carefully selected products from some of Mallorca’s most respected producers and artisans.
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R3spira Restaurant
Modern Italian dining with homemade pasta in the heart of Pollença
R3spira Restaurant brings a vibrant slice of Italy to the heart of Pollença’s historic centre. Just a short stroll from the town museum and surrounded by charming cobbled streets, this modern Italian restaurant is a favourite with both locals and visitors seeking relaxed, flavour-packed dining.
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La Braseria Restaurant
Grilled perfection and local flavours on the side roads of Pollenca
La Braseria is a must-visit culinary landmark in Mallorca, where passion for fire and local produce takes centre stage. Strategically located on the roads to Formentor, Cala Figuera, Cala Bóquer, Port de Pollença, and Alcúdia, it’s a crossroads restaurant you’ll pass by - and one you’ll want to stop at. Its reputation for grill mastery makes it a destination in its own right.
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Cantonet Restaurant 
Cantonet Restaurant
Authentic Italian pastas and homemade delights in the heart of Pollensa
Cantonet is a charming Italian restaurant tucked away in the heart of Pollensa’s old town, offering a warm and authentic dining experience. Run by a Sardinian chef, the kitchen specialises in homemade pastas and ravioli, each dish carefully prepared to capture the true taste of Italy. Fresh, seasonal ingredients are at the heart of every creation, from the daily catch of fish to high-quality meats, and a selection of Italian products that bring a genuine Mediterranean touch to the menu.
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Il Giardino Restaurant
Fresh, modern Italian cuisine in the heart of Pollenca
Il Giardino is a modern Italian restaurant in the centre of Pollenca, offering both indoor seating and a small outdoor terrace. It is a convenient stop for visitors exploring the town or for a relaxed evening meal.
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1907 Restaurant and Cafe
Relaxed café and restaurant on Pollensa’s main square with a long local history
1907 Restaurant and Cafe sits on the main square in Pollensa and has long been part of everyday life in the town. With a terrace that opens directly onto the square, it’s a natural place to stop for a coffee, a relaxed meal or a drink while watching local life unfold.
What to do
Things To Do in Pollenca
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Canyoning & dry canyoning
Discover Mallorca’s wild side with water and dry canyoning adventures all year round
Whether you prefer plunging into crystal-clear pools or climbing sun-drenched rock faces, there’s an adventure waiting in the island’s stunning Sierra de Tramuntana mountains.
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Mon d'Aventura Activity Company
Hiking, climbing & water based adventures in & around Mallorca
Món d'Aventura is a Mallorcan company dedicated to active, imaginative and adventurous people of all ages who like outdoor pursuits and to discover adventure in Majorca.
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Pollenca Golf Course
9 hole golf course close to Pollenca, Mallorca
Nine holes of golf, perfectly integrated into the beautiful local environment. Golf Pollenca offers panoramic views over the Tramuntana mountains, olive groves, the bays of Pollença and Alcudia and s'Albufereta reserve. By the end of the first round, the visitor will surely agree that challenge, variety, and harmony with nature are focal points around which the club's success is built.
Where to stay
Cycling Hotels in Pollenca
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La Goleta Hotel
Adults only, modern beach front boutique hotel with fantastic restaurant
This wonderful beach-front hotel has a maritime theme with its name 'Goleta' meaning schooner in Catalan.
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Illa d'Or Hotel
Classic seafront hotel in Port de Pollença with spa and iconic waterfront terrace
Located in Port de Pollença, Hoposa Illa d’Or is a classic seafront hotel known for its timeless style and long-standing reputation, welcoming guests since 1929. Set right on the water’s edge, it offers a peaceful and elegant setting with views across the bay.
Directions
Leaving Pollença on the road leading to Lluc, just before the Roman Bridge, you turn right at the road crossing"Can Xura" the spring of Algaret and Ternelles. The road connects with the path leading to the "Castell del Rei" across valley and woods. From the fortress, which in Moorish times was one of the most important of the islands's fortifications and which stands above impressively high cliffs, you get a view of the entire northen coastline from Soller to Formentor.
