Capdepera
The Town
Capdepera is a historical village just 8km from Arta as you approach Cala Ratjada near the top of Mallorca east coast. Originally there had been a watchtower where the castle stands today which was used to guard the coast. In 1300 King Jaume II ordered the construction of a fortified village which would control the uninhabited land below and the maritime routes with Mallorca.
For centuries the town survived behind its walls protected from pirate attacks. As the danger of such attacks disappeared residents of the walled town started to relocate themselves at the bottom of the 162m hill which lead to the development of modern day Capdepera. The better known town of nearby Cala Ratjada actually developed as the fishing and trading port of Capdepera and to this day operates a ferry service with neighbouring Menorca
The Castle
Built on the orders of the Mallorcan Jaume II in 1337, this fortress is actually incredibly well maintained and a delight to wander around, taking in views of the surrounding Mallorcan countryside and contains a pleasant garden space to while away a few moments. Also in the fortress is the chapel of Nostra Senyora de la Esperanca (Our Lady of Hope). It gets a bit busy in here, so watch your step as you inch your way around the tight walls...
Coast
Leaving the small town, only few km away there are "Cala Mesquida", "Cala Agulla" and "Cala Moltó" and "Cala Son Moll".
Celebrations, holidays
On 10th - 16. July Capdepera Mare de Déu del Carme". That is a celebration for the protection saints of the fishermen.
Weekly markets
Every Wednesday on the Plaça Orient in Capdepera
Every Saturday in the streets Carrer del Castellet i carrer Camamil”