Es Capdellà
A quiet village inland from the coast, just ten minutes from Peguera but with a very different feel: stone houses, a shop and a church square, with the road towards Galatzó continuing into the hills beyond.
Es Capdellà
Es Capdellà in 30 seconds
The essentials at a glance
- Worth visiting for
- A short visit
- Best for
- You’re heading from the coast into the mountains.
- Best months
- January–May, September–December
- Time to allow
- Half an hour.
- Without a car
- Hire car needed
- Parking
- Straightforward and free in the village.
- Keep in mind
- You’re looking for a full day of activities.
- Access
- Pushchairs: Straightforward. · Wheelchairs: Most streets are manageable.
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The village shop — a place to stock up before heading into the mountains.
Courtyards like this lie behind the houses, out of sight from the street.
The sign points in four directions, all leading elsewhere. Here, the village stays quiet.
Getting to know Es Capdellà
Does Es Capdellà suit your plans?
What to expect and what to know before you visit.
Who it suits
- You’re heading from the coast into the mountains.
- You’d like to see a village with very little bustle.
- You need supplies before driving into the hills.
- You enjoy stone houses and green shutters.
Things to bear in mind
- You’re looking for a full day of activities.
- You want to go swimming.
- You need a wide choice of places to eat.
- You’re travelling without a car.
Drive from the airport
28 minutes
28 km
Bus connections
Occasional services from Calvià
Region
Serra de Tramuntana
Nearest beach
Peguera
5 km
Elevation
100 m
above sea level
A glimpse of Es Capdellà
Season guide for Es Capdellà
November Worth a visit
Very quiet Open
Worth visiting in January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December.
Location
Location of Es Capdellà
- Region
- Serra de Tramuntana
- Municipality
- Calvià
- Population
- 700
- Elevation
- 100 m above sea level
- Airport
- 28 km , around 28 minutes
- Hire car
- needed
- Worth visiting for
- a brief stop
- Coordinates
- 39.5789,2.4695
A little about Es Capdellà
A village of around 700 people in the municipality of Calvià, ten minutes’ drive inland from the coast. You’ll find stone houses, a village street, a small supermarket and a church square.
At the corner, a sign points towards Andratx, Peguera, Calvià and Palma. All the directions lead elsewhere, leaving Es Capdellà to its quieter pace.
Why stop here?
The mountains begin just beyond the village. The road climbs towards Galilea and Puigpunyent, with the 1,027-metre Puig de Galatzó in the same direction.
If you’re carrying on, buy supplies here. There’s no shop in Galilea and no petrol station on the mountain road.
When to visit
Come in March or October for walking, February for almond blossom in the valleys, or January if you’d like to see Galatzó with a covering of snow.
July and August are too hot for mountain walks.
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Es Capdellà in Mallorca
How much time do you have?
Things to do in Es Capdellà
Three hours
Follow the village street past the supermarket to the church square, then continue along the mountain road towards Galilea.
Half a day
A walk towards Puig de Galatzó, or a circular drive returning via Puigpunyent.
A full day
Combine the village with Galilea, Puigpunyent and Esporles.
On a rainy day
Not particularly worthwhile in the rain. Choose Palma or Andratx instead.
Practical details
- Parking
- Straightforward and free in the village.
- Public transport
- Occasional services from Calvià.
- Time to allow
- Half an hour.
- Good to know
- Buy supplies here before continuing into the mountains. Galilea has no shop, and there’s no petrol station on the mountain road.
- Bus
- Occasional services from Calvià.
- Shops and services
- Supermarkets: A small supermarket in the village. · Pharmacy: In Calvià. · Medical care: In Calvià. · Cash machines: In Calvià. · Fuel: In Calvià or beside the Ma-1.
- Access
- Level or gently rising village streets. · Pushchairs: Straightforward. · Wheelchairs: Most streets are manageable. · Dogs: Straightforward.
- What you will not find
- A beach · A major visitor attraction · A lively evening scene · A dependable bus connection
- Coordinates
- 39.5789,2.4695 Google Maps Apple Maps
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Your questions answered
Your questions about Es Capdellà
What is there to see in Es Capdellà?
A village of around seven hundred people, with stone houses, a main street, a small supermarket and a church square. Allow half an hour, or stop on your way into the mountains.
How far away is the coast?
Peguera is a ten-minute drive away. Those ten minutes take you away from the coastal holiday bustle, which is much of the village’s appeal.
Can you head into the mountains from here?
Yes. The road climbs towards Galilea and Puigpunyent. Puig de Galatzó, at 1,027 metres, lies in the same direction.
Should you buy supplies here?
Yes, if you’re continuing into the mountains. Galilea has no shop, and the mountain road has no petrol station.
Practical questions
When is the best time to visit Es Capdellà?
Recommended months: January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December. Clear air; there may be snow on Galatzó.
Is Es Capdellà worth visiting in July and August?
July: worth considering with some reservations. Usually very quiet. Too hot for walking in the mountains. The village itself remains more manageable. August: worth considering with some reservations. Usually very quiet.
How far is Es Capdellà from Palma airport?
About 28 km from Palma airport. Allow roughly 28 minutes by car. Around ten minutes inland from Peguera or Calvià. The mountain road continues towards Galilea and Puigpunyent. Parking in the village is straightforward.
Do I need a hire car for Es Capdellà?
A car is needed Occasional services from Calvià.
Where can I park in Es Capdellà?
Straightforward and free in the village.
Can you swim at Es Capdellà?
There is no beach here. See the nearby swimming options on this page.
Can I visit Es Capdellà with a pushchair or wheelchair?
Level or gently rising village streets. Pushchairs: Straightforward. Wheelchairs: Most streets are manageable.
Are dogs allowed at Es Capdellà?
Straightforward.
Words and photographs: Friedhelm Fischer. Exploring Mallorca since 2013 — by bike, on foot and with a camera.