A village inland from Sa Coma and Cala Millor with a church that seems far too grand for its size. Sant Miquel has an arched entrance, a fan-shaped window and a bell tower visible across the fields.
Son Carrió
Son Carrió in 30 seconds
The essentials at a glance
- Worth visiting for
- A short visit
- Best for
- A morning away from the beach while staying on the east coast
- Best months
- February–May, September–November
- Time to allow
- An hour
- Without a car
- Hire car recommended
- Parking
- Free parking in the village
- Keep in mind
- Looking for a lively place
- Access
- Pushchairs: Straightforward · Wheelchairs: Mostly manageable
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The doorway framed by successive stone arches.
The church seen from the side, beneath the trees on the square.
Sant Miquel and the square in front of the church.
Getting to know Son Carrió
Does Son Carrió suit your plans?
What to expect and what to know before you visit.
Who it suits
- A morning away from the beach while staying on the east coast
- Churches surprisingly grand for their villages
- Exploring the inland countryside
- A stop on a cycle ride
Things to bear in mind
- Looking for a lively place
- Expecting a wide choice of places to eat
- Going for a swim
- Walking at midday in high summer
Drive from the airport
55 minutes
60 km
Bus connections
Connections via Sant Llorenç and Manacor
Region
Llevant
Nearest beach
Porto Cristo
5 km
Elevation
90 m
above sea level
Season guide for Son Carrió
November Worth a visit
Very quiet Some places closed
Worth visiting in February, March, April, May, September, October and November. Less suitable in July and August.
Location
Location of Son Carrió
- Region
- Llevant
- Municipality
- Sant Llorenç des Cardassar
- Population
- 1,100
- Elevation
- 90 m above sea level
- Airport
- 60 km , around 55 minutes
- Hire car
- recommended
- Worth visiting for
- a brief stop
- Coordinates
- 39.5864,3.3203
Getting to know Son Carrió
A village inland from the east coast, part of Sant Llorenç des Cardassar municipality. Around a thousand people live here, ten minutes by car from Sa Coma and Cala Millor.
There are no hotels or beach, and little bustle.
The church
Sant Miquel is the main reason to visit. Its doorway has stepped round arches, its window opens like a fan, its apse is ringed by a small arcade, and its bell tower is visible across the fields.
It seems remarkably grand for a village of a thousand people. The explanation lies in its design.
Who designed it?
Construction began in 1899. The first plans came from Antoni Maria Alcover, the priest from Manacor who later compiled the great Catalan dictionary and a collection of Mallorcan folk tales. Joan Guasp revised them.
Two more architects then contributed changes: Antoni Gaudí and his collaborator Joan Rubió i Bellver. Both were working on Mallorca while Gaudí oversaw alterations to Palma’s cathedral.
The church was consecrated in 1907.
That helps explain its scale and detail. The design drew on the circle around Spain’s best-known architect, rather than simply a local village builder.
The church is usually locked outside service times. Walk around it anyway: the entrance, fan window and apse need to be seen from different sides.
Beyond the church
Level streets, peeling render, green shutters and outside steps. Fields begin at the ends of the lanes.
When to visit
April and October are good months, with February for almond blossom. The village celebrates its patron on 8 May and 29 September, with an agricultural fair on the second Sunday in May.
In high summer, midday is too hot for a comfortable walk, with shade mainly beside the church wall.
Photographs
Son Carrió in Mallorca
How much time do you have?
Things to do in Son Carrió
Three hours
Walk around the church and village streets, then continue to Sant Llorenç.
Half a day
Add Son Servera or the market in Manacor.
A full day
Explore the Llevant countryside, taking in Sant Llorenç, Son Carrió, Petra and Vilafranca.
On a rainy day
Limited options. The church is usually closed outside services.
Practical details
- Parking
- Free parking in the village
- Public transport
- Connections via Sant Llorenç and Manacor
- Time to allow
- An hour
- Good to know
- The church is usually locked outside services. Walk around the exterior to see the doorway, fan window, apse and tower from different angles.
- Bus
- Connections via Sant Llorenç and Manacor
- Shops and services
- Supermarkets: In the village · Pharmacy: In the village · Medical care: Local health centre · Cash machines: In the village · Fuel: In Sant Llorenç or Sa Coma
- Access
- Level paved streets · Pushchairs: Straightforward · Wheelchairs: Mostly manageable · Dogs: No particular difficulties
- What you will not find
- A beach · Hotels · A lively evening scene · Reliable church access outside services
- Coordinates
- 39.5864,3.3203 Google Maps Apple Maps
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Your questions answered
Your questions about Son Carrió
Can you visit the church?
It is usually locked outside services, but the exterior is worth seeing, with its arched doorway, fan window, arcaded apse and bell tower.
When is the village lively?
On 8 May, the feast of the Apparition of St Michael, and on 29 September, Michaelmas itself. An agricultural and livestock fair also takes place on the second Sunday in May.
Is it worth coming from the coast?
Yes, for a morning, especially if you are staying in Sa Coma or Cala Millor. In about ten minutes, you can leave the resorts for an everyday inland village.
Is there accommodation?
Not in the village itself. Look in Sant Llorenç, Son Servera or along the coast if you want to stay nearby.
Practical questions
When is the best time to visit Son Carrió?
Recommended months: February, March, April, May, September, October, November. Almond blossom in the fields towards Sant Llorenç.
Is Son Carrió worth visiting in July and August?
July: another month may suit you better. Usually very quiet. Too hot at midday, with shade mainly beside the church wall. August: another month may suit you better. Usually very quiet.
How far is Son Carrió from Palma airport?
About 60 km from Palma airport. Allow roughly 55 minutes by car. Just over ten minutes inland from Sa Coma or Cala Millor, and fifteen minutes from Manacor. Parking is free and straightforward in the village.
Do I need a hire car for Son Carrió?
A car is useful Connections via Sant Llorenç and Manacor
Where can I park in Son Carrió?
Free parking in the village
Can you swim at Son Carrió?
There is no beach here. See the nearby swimming options on this page.
Can I visit Son Carrió with a pushchair or wheelchair?
Level paved streets Pushchairs: Straightforward Wheelchairs: Mostly manageable
Are dogs allowed at Son Carrió?
No particular difficulties
Words and photographs: Friedhelm Fischer. Exploring Mallorca since 2013 — by bike, on foot and with a camera.