Alcudia Old Town Is a Must See Medieval Gem In North Mallorca.

Описание: The historic old town of Alcúdia

Alcúdia is located on the The North Coast of Mallorca - imposing cliffs and heavenly beaches and was found in pre-Christian times around the year 70 BC by the Romans. The historic centre is surrounded by a massive city wall and welcomes you with its medieval ambience.

Medieval flair in Alcúdia

The old town of Alcúdia in the north of Mallorca is a medieval gem in the north of Mallorca. The town sprang from the Roman settlement of Pollentia - the remains of which are between the town and the Mallorca's Ports of Port d'Alcúdia and are worth seeing. Under King Jaume II of Mallorca, the imposing city wall with its crenelated towers was completed in 1362. Parts of it, such as the city gates Porta de Mallorca and Porta del Moll are still preserved today.

The city wall is partially accessible and on a stroll over the old fortification you can enjoy a fantastic view over the old town. Narrow streets wind through the city centre of Alcúdia, which also features the impressive Casa Consistorial town hall on Plaça Espanya, which was built in the Renaissance style. The lovingly restored façades of the houses reveal both the Moorish and Roman influences left behind in this northern town.

Churches and museums in the city centre

One of the oldest buildings in Alcúdia is the gothic Orati de Santa Anna church, which dates back to the 13th century. It rises at the southern edge of the city wall. The chapel of Sant Crist was built in the characteristic architectural style of the Renaissance. The inauguration took place at the end of the 17th century. The parish church of Sant Jaume (Saint James) fills a gap in the city wall and dates from the late 19th century.

Alcudia's Old Town, located on the north coast of Mallorca, is a historic walled medieval town built on the site of a Roman settlement. Visitors can explore narrow, winding streets, walk along the 14th-century city walls, and enjoy the medieval atmosphere with restored buildings. Key attractions include the city gates, the town hall on Plaça Espanya, and various churches and museums. A weekly market also takes place in the town center on Tuesdays and Sundays.
Key features
Medieval walls: The town is encircled by well-preserved, 14th-century walls with towers, which visitors can walk on for views of the town.
Roman origins: The town grew from the ancient Roman settlement of Pollentia, with Roman remains located between the old town and Port d'Alcúdia.
Narrow streets: A labyrinth of charming, narrow streets awaits exploration.
City gates: Parts of the original medieval city gates, such as Porta de Mallorca and Porta del Moll, are still standing.
Plaça Espanya: The main square features the impressive, Renaissance-style Casa Consistorial town hall.
Things to do
Walk the walls: Take a stroll over the historic fortifications for great views.
Visit the market: Browse the market on Tuesdays and Sundays between 8:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., which is one of the largest in Mallorca during the summer.
Explore on foot: Wander through the pedestrianized old town to discover its history, shops, and restaurants.
Discover Roman remains: See the remnants of the ancient Roman settlement of Pollentia.