Café & Bakery in Pollença

Pollença sits in the northwest of Mallorca, framed by the foothills of the Tramuntana range and the landmark Puig de Maria, with Plaça Major and the 365 steps of the Calvari forming the heart of the townscape. Unlike the island's coastal resorts, Pollença has kept a quiet, distinctly Mallorcan rhythm of daily life, one in which cafés and bakeries have long been woven into the fabric of the streets. Here the day often starts with a coffee under the arcades or on one of the shaded squares, while the scent of freshly baked bread drifts through the narrow lanes.

With 30 listings in this category, the range on offer reflects the character of the town: from traditional bakeries still working from time-honoured recipes to modern cafés overlooking Plaça Major. Panord forn Pollença stands as a good example of the local baking tradition, while La Mar Dolça adds a welcome touch of sweetness with its pastries and desserts. Strolling through the winding streets around the church of Nostra Senyora dels Àngels, it's easy to come across another spot for coffee, cake or fresh bread at almost every turn.

Especially on Sunday mornings, when the traditional weekly market takes over Plaça Major, the surrounding cafés tend to fill up quickly - a good reason to arrive early or expect a short wait. Most addresses are in the historic centre and easy to reach on foot, making Pollença a pleasant base for discovering several cafés and bakeries over the course of a single morning.