A wine village on the old Palma–Inca road, with traffic passing straight through. Sunday brings the market, the surrounding estates belong to the Binissalem wine region, and the village's name tells its story.
Santa Maria del Camí
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The essentials at a glance
- Worth visiting for
- A short visit
- Best for
- Visiting the Sunday market, one of the better-known markets in the Raiguer
- Best months
- January–May, October–December
- Time to allow
- An hour, or two including the Sunday market
- Without a car
- Easy enough
- Parking
- Side streets; difficult during the Sunday market
- Keep in mind
- Expecting peace and quiet beside the busy main road
- Access
- Pushchairs: Straightforward · Wheelchairs: Mostly accessible
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The convent stands right beside the road, with little room to step back and take it in.
Step behind the main street and it immediately gets quieter.
Usually a village people drive through. On Sundays, the street belongs to the market.
Getting to know Santa Maria del Camí
Does Santa Maria del Camí suit your plans?
What to expect and what to know before you visit.
Who it suits
- Visiting the Sunday market, one of the better-known markets in the Raiguer
- Wine lovers exploring the surrounding Binissalem wineries
- Travelling without a car, with trains on the Palma–Inca line
- A stop between Palma and the Tramuntana
Things to bear in mind
- Expecting peace and quiet beside the busy main road
- Looking for an intact old town
- Going for a swim
- Visiting at midday in high summer
Drive from the airport
25 minutes
22 km
Bus connections
Good connections
Region
Raiguer
Elevation
130 m
above sea level
A glimpse of Santa Maria del Camí
Season guide for Santa Maria del Camí
November Worth a visit
Quiet Open
Worth visiting in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December. Less suitable in July and August.
Location
Location of Santa Maria del Camí
- Region
- Raiguer
- Population
- 7,000
- Elevation
- 130 m above sea level
- Airport
- 22 km , around 25 minutes
- Hire car
- not essential
- Worth visiting for
- a brief stop
- Coordinates
- 39.6497,2.7708
Getting to know Santa Maria del Camí
Around 7,000 people live in this village in the Raiguer, on the old road between Palma and Inca. Camí means path or way, a name that neatly describes the village’s setting.
The houses crowd the road, their façades greyed by traffic. Drive straight through and you will see little. Stop and explore, and you will find a convent building, a distinctive clock tower and quiet lanes behind the main street.
The wine
Santa Maria del Camí lies within the Binissalem designation of origin wine region. There are several bodegas in the village and surrounding area. The grape harvest takes place in September.
Sunday in the village
On Sundays, the street belongs to the market rather than the cars. It is bigger than the markets in neighbouring villages and draws shoppers from across the area.
This is the day to visit — and the day to take the train. The village is on the Palma–Inca railway line, while parking spaces on Sundays are virtually impossible to find.
When to visit
Come in March or October, or on a Sunday. In February, almond trees blossom among the vineyards.
In July and August, heat builds up between the houses beside the main road.
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Santa Maria del Camí in Mallorca
How much time do you have?
Things to do in Santa Maria del Camí
Three hours
Follow the main street to the clock tower and convent building, then explore the lanes behind them — and the market on Sundays.
Half a day
Add a winery visit in Binissalem or Sencelles, both around 15 minutes away.
A full day
Start a drive into the Tramuntana via Bunyola or Alaró.
On a rainy day
A limited option, with a few places to eat and shops. Otherwise, head to Palma.
Practical details
- Parking
- Side streets; difficult during the Sunday market
- Public transport
- Good connections and a station on the Palma–Inca line
- Time to allow
- An hour, or two including the Sunday market
- Good to know
- The market runs on Sunday mornings. It is bigger than those in neighbouring villages and attracts people from across the area. Parking gets tight, so the train makes things easier.
- Bus
- Good connections; railway station on the Palma–Inca line
- Shops and services
- Supermarkets: Several in the village · Pharmacy: Several · Medical care: Local health centre · Cash machines: On the main street · Fuel: On the Ma-13a
- Access
- Level pavements along the main street and paved side lanes · Pushchairs: Straightforward · Wheelchairs: Mostly accessible · Dogs: Generally straightforward, though the market gets crowded
- What you will not find
- Peace and quiet beside the main road · An intact old town · A beach · A lively evening scene
- Coordinates
- 39.6497,2.7708 Google Maps Apple Maps
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Your questions answered
Your questions about Santa Maria del Camí
When is the market in Santa Maria del Camí?
On Sunday mornings. It is larger than the markets in neighbouring villages and attracts shoppers from across the area. Parking can be difficult, so the train from Palma is the better option that day.
What does the name mean?
Camí means path or way. The village lies on the old route between Palma and Inca, which still runs straight through its centre. The name describes its setting well.
Can you taste wine here?
Yes. Santa Maria del Camí is in the Binissalem designation of origin wine region, with several bodegas in and around the village. The grape harvest takes place in September.
Can you get here without a car?
Yes, more easily than to most inland villages. Santa Maria del Camí has a station on the Palma–Inca railway line, as well as bus connections. Public transport is much easier for the Sunday market.
Practical questions
When is the best time to visit Santa Maria del Camí?
Recommended months: January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December.
Is Santa Maria del Camí worth visiting in July and August?
July: another month may suit you better. Usually lively. Heat builds up between the houses along the main road. August: another month may suit you better. Usually lively.
How far is Santa Maria del Camí from Palma airport?
About 22 km from Palma airport. Allow roughly 25 minutes by car. On the Ma-13a between Palma and Consell. The village also has a station on the Palma–Inca line. The train is the better choice on Sundays, when parking spaces are hard to find.
Do I need a hire car for Santa Maria del Camí?
Easy to manage without a car Good connections; railway station on the Palma–Inca line
Where can I park in Santa Maria del Camí?
Side streets; difficult during the Sunday market
Can you swim at Santa Maria del Camí?
There is no beach here. See the nearby swimming options on this page.
Can I visit Santa Maria del Camí with a pushchair or wheelchair?
Level pavements along the main street and paved side lanes Pushchairs: Straightforward Wheelchairs: Mostly accessible
Are dogs allowed at Santa Maria del Camí?
Generally straightforward, though the market gets crowded
Words and photographs: Friedhelm Fischer. Exploring Mallorca since 2013 — by bike, on foot and with a camera.