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Festungsmauer Sant Salvador

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Description

The Sant Salvador fortress walls are a historic landmark rising above the small town of Artà in the north-east of Mallorca.

Fortifications and Church Complex

The encircling walls surround the hilltop monastery church of Santuari de Sant Salvador and remain one of Artà's most defining features. The walls were built during the period of Islamic rule on Mallorca as a defensive fortification. The complex — with its well-preserved battlements and church — is visually striking, and inside the church you'll find a room housing sacred artefacts and vestments.

Walking the Walls

Several sections of the wall can be walked, rewarding you with sweeping panoramic views across Artà, the surrounding valley, and the region as far as the Parc de Llevant. Some passages are fairly narrow, so a little give-and-take is needed when passing other visitors. You can reach the complex on foot via the long flight of steps that climbs up from the town, or simply drive right up to the entrance by car.

Finding the Fortress

The site sits directly above Artà's old town (07570). A car park is available below the fortress, and those arriving by car can drive up close to the entrance.

On Site

Entry to the fortress walls is free of charge. A self-service café with shaded seating is on hand within the grounds, and a restaurant is also available on site.

Facilities & services

AccessibilityEntrance
Good forFamilies with children

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an admission charge?
No, entry to the Sant Salvador fortress walls is free of charge.
Can I reach the site on foot from the town centre?
Yes, a long flight of steps leads up from the old town to the fortress. Alternatively, the site is also reachable by car, driving right up to the entrance.
Is there anywhere to eat or drink on site?
There is a self-service café with shaded seating within the grounds, as well as a restaurant on site.
How much of the walls can you walk along?
Several sections are open to walkers, and it is possible to make an almost complete circuit of the walls.

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