Coves de Campanet
The Caves of Campanet are situated in the north of Mallorca in the foothills of the Tramuntana mountains. The caves cover a surface area of approximately 3,200 square metres at a depth of 50 metres
Walk from Campanet to Hermitage St Miquel
Mountain village, an ancient sanctuary, and underground caves
Campanet is located in the north-west of Mallorca, about 8km north of Inca. In Campanet, the parish church is worth a visit. It was built in 1717, and its outstanding feature is the sculpture on the altar. The church holds the relics of the Martyr San Victoriano, the complete body of the saint dressed as a warrior.
What to see
Sights in Mallorca
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Can Planes Contemporary Art Museum, sa Pobla
Can Planes Museum of Contemporary Art is located in sa Pobla in the north of Mallorca. It occupies the ground floor of the old manor house Can Planes that was refurbished and modified in 1998. It's permanent collection is composed of over a hundred works by artists living in Mallorca.
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Lluc Sanctuary, Lluc
Mallorca's most sacred site - a former monastery in a spectacular setting in the Serra de Tramuntana mountains to the north west of Mallorca.
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Coastal Watchtowers
If you drive around the coast of Mallorca, you will find ancient towers or 'torres' that were used to guard the island against invasions by unwelcome visitors.
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Santuary de la Mare de Deu del Puig
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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Plaça Major
This traditional town square is located in the heart of Pollença and is the centre of the town's social and commercial life.
Where to stay
Cycling Hotels in Campanet
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Monnaber Vell Hotel
A country estate with watch tower, chapel, olive press, mill and typical courtyard with old cistern, located on the slopes of the Sierra de Tramuntana. All rooms with en suite facilities, central heating and air-conditioning. Guests can enjoy Spanish and Mallorcan wine tasting, served with specialities.
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Son Arnau Boutique Hotel
This unique boutique hotel is within two combined fincas dating back to 1738. With its stylish modern interior and traditional Spanish stone walls, this stunning property is the perfect mix of new and old. The property is reserved for guests from 12 years old upwards.
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Son Pons Agroturismo Hotel
Situated in a magnificent country estate of 150.000 m² located in the North of Mallorca, the building dates from the 16th century.
Directions
After this visit you can follow the road bordering the stream bed, (Torrent de San Miguel) until reaching a bridge. After crossing you arrive at the Hermitage that was one of the first churches constructed in Majorca, after its conquest by King Jaimes I. In the pulpit there are three very old carved figures, representing Saint Peter, Saint Michael and Saint John the Baptist. Other altarpieces and paintings can also be seen in the Hermitage.
When the visit to the Hermitage is over, the walk can be continued to the caves of Campanet, which you can visit before returning to the village by the same road. The total distance covered will have been about 8km.
