Torre des Verger
A round 16th-century watchtower on an isolated rocky outcrop above the west coast. Climb the stone steps to the roof for one of the Ma-10's finest coastal views.
Torre des Verger
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The essentials at a glance
- Worth visiting for
- A short visit
- Best for
- You're travelling along the west-coast road.
- Best months
- January–May, September–December
- Time to allow
- Twenty minutes
- Without a car
- Hire car needed
- Parking
- Small parking strip beside the Ma-10; fills quickly
- Keep in mind
- The height won't suit everyone.
- Access
- Pushchairs: Not suitable · Wheelchairs: Not suitable
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Getting to know Torre des Verger
Does Torre des Verger suit your plans?
What to expect and what to know before you visit.
Who it suits
- You're travelling along the west-coast road.
- You'd like a long coastal view.
- You enjoy photography; the afternoon light is favourable.
- You only have twenty minutes to spare.
Things to bear in mind
- The height won't suit everyone.
- It isn't accessible with a pushchair or wheelchair.
- Haze can hide the distant views.
- Parking is not guaranteed.
Drive from the airport
45 minutes
35 km
Bus connections
No bus stop at the tower
Region
Serra de Tramuntana
Nearest beach
Port de Valldemossa
9 km
Elevation
90 m
above sea level
A glimpse of Torre des Verger
Season guide for Torre des Verger
November Worth a visit
Very quiet Open
Worth visiting in January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December.
Location
Location of Torre des Verger
- Region
- Serra de Tramuntana
- Municipality
- Banyalbufar
- Elevation
- 90 m above sea level
- Airport
- 35 km , around 45 minutes
- Hire car
- needed
- Worth visiting for
- a brief stop
- Coordinates
- 39.6800,2.5000
Getting to know Torre des Verger
A round 16th-century watchtower on a rocky outcrop above the west coast, beside the Ma-10 between Estellencs and Banyalbufar, within Banyalbufar’s municipality.
It has two names: Torre des Verger, after the estate, and the popular Torre de ses Ànimes, or Tower of Souls.
Why it was built here
Corsairs raided Banyalbufar in 1542 and 1546. In 1579, the island’s governing assembly, the Gran i General Consell, agreed to build a tower in the district. A shortage of money delayed the work, and the tower is first documented in 1597.
It was solely a lookout and signal tower, never equipped with cannon. Its job was to report approaching sails, receiving signals from Torre de na Pòpia on Sa Dragonera and passing them to the Valldemossa tower. News could travel along the coast in hours rather than days.
The long view wasn’t a bonus; it was the reason for the building.
What to look for
The tower has a round plan and thick rubble-stone walls. Above the entrance are remains of a machicolation, a projecting structure from which defenders could act directly downwards, as well as arrow slits.
It is a protected heritage building and the best-known, most-visited of Mallorca’s coastal watchtowers.
Climbing to the roof
A narrow outside staircase leads up. There is no continuous handrail, so stay below in wind or with small children.
Entry is free, and the walk from the road takes only a few minutes.
Practical details
The parking strip beside the Ma-10 is small and fills quickly. Stopping next to it is dangerous; carry on and try again later if there is no space.
Allow twenty minutes.
When to come
January for the clearest air, or March and October for a comfortable visit. The afternoon light is particularly good.
In high summer, haze limits the distant views and the parking strip is full by midday.
Photographs
Torre des Verger in Mallorca
How much time do you have?
Things to do in Torre des Verger
Three hours
Stop, walk up for a few minutes and climb to the roof, then continue to Banyalbufar or Estellencs.
Half a day
Drive the west-coast road between Andratx and Valldemossa, with several stops.
A full day
Combine it with Banyalbufar, Esporles, Valldemossa and Son Marroig.
On a rainy day
Little reason to visit when the view is hidden.
Practical details
- Parking
- Small parking strip beside the Ma-10; fills quickly
- Public transport
- No bus stop at the tower
- Time to allow
- Twenty minutes
- Good to know
- Entry is free. The narrow outside staircase to the roof has no continuous handrail. Stay below in windy conditions or with small children.
- Bus
- No bus stop at the tower
- Access
- A short rocky path with steps, followed by a narrow outside staircase · Pushchairs: Not suitable · Wheelchairs: Not suitable · Dogs: Keep dogs on a lead; the roof isn't suitable
- What you will not find
- A continuous staircase handrail · Ample parking · Shops or refreshments · Distant views in haze
- Coordinates
- 39.6800,2.5000 Google Maps Apple Maps
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Your questions answered
Your questions about Torre des Verger
Why was the tower built?
It was built in the 16th century to watch for corsairs and pass warning signals along the coast. The long view was the reason for choosing this spot.
Can you climb up?
Yes, a narrow outside staircase leads to the roof. There is no continuous handrail, so stay below in windy weather or with small children.
Is there an admission charge?
No. The tower is freely accessible, just a few minutes' walk from the road.
Where can you park?
In the small parking strip directly beside the Ma-10. It fills quickly. Stopping alongside is dangerous, so carry on and return later if there is no space.
Practical questions
When is the best time to visit Torre des Verger?
Recommended months: January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December. The clearest air of the year gives the longest coastal views.
Is Torre des Verger worth visiting in July and August?
July: worth considering with some reservations. Usually busy. The parking strip is full by midday, and haze limits distant views. August: worth considering with some reservations. Usually busy.
How far is Torre des Verger from Palma airport?
About 35 km from Palma airport. Allow roughly 45 minutes by car. Beside the Ma-10 between Estellencs and Banyalbufar. The small roadside parking strip fills quickly. Stopping beside it is dangerous here.
Do I need a hire car for Torre des Verger?
A car is needed No bus stop at the tower
Where can I park in Torre des Verger?
Small parking strip beside the Ma-10; fills quickly
Can I visit Torre des Verger with a pushchair or wheelchair?
A short rocky path with steps, followed by a narrow outside staircase Pushchairs: Not suitable Wheelchairs: Not suitable
Are dogs allowed at Torre des Verger?
Keep dogs on a lead; the roof isn't suitable
Words and photographs: Friedhelm Fischer. Exploring Mallorca since 2013 — by bike, on foot and with a camera.