Es Capdellà

About Es Capdellà

Es Capdellà is a picturesque mountain village nestled in the Tramuntana mountain range on the Puig de sa crane and is located between the larger towns of Calvià and Andratx in southwest Mallorca.

The drive to es Capdellà is almost worth the trouble of a making a trip to this beautiful location, with undulating roads and stunning mountain and forest scenery.

There is not a great deal to do there except enjoy nature, but it is a lovely place to stop for food or a relaxed stay and enjoy some of the most jaw dropping views in this delightful part of Mallorca.

History and culture of Es Capdellà

Stone-faced village houses, rustic fincas and architect-designed villas are home to a lively international community, which keeps this village buzzing all-year-round.

Travelling around this area you are likely to find traces from the Arab and Roman occupations.

Also of interest is the restored castle hotel of Castell Son Claret which dates back to the mid-1800s.

Shopping Es Capdellà

You are only likely to find the basics in the village but access to more extensive shopping is available close by, particularly in Peguera and Port Andratx which have a good range of affordable and designer boutiques and leather goods shops. Palma central is approximately 25km or a 30-minute drive away.

There is also a regular Monday market at the nearby town of Calvià.

Major attractions in Es Capdellà

The major attraction of es Capdella is the quiet beauty of the area. The Tramuntana mountain range is an attraction itself which enjoys UNESCO designation as a world heritage site.

Things to do in Es Capdellà

As well as enjoying the food and scenery there is plenty to do for those that enjoy hiking and biking in beautiful, natural surroundings. Es Capdella also makes a good base to enjoy many other locations in the south west if you don’t mind driving for 15-30-minutes to reach nearby towns and villages.

Es Capdellà is also within easy distance of the many highly rated beaches on the southwest coast and world-class golf resorts.

For art lovers there is also the well-known contemporary art gallery of CCA Andratx within 15-minutes.

Restaurants in Es Capdellà

For such a small village, es Capdellà has quite a few excellent restaurants to choose from, some of which have an excellent reputation including the Michelin-starred restaurant Zaranda and Olivera Restaurant located at the Castell Son Claret boutique hotel.

Hotels in Es Capdellà

There is more self-catering type accommodation available in Es Capdellà, but don’t miss the historic Castell Son Claret on the outskirts of the village, which is now restored and converted into a highly-rated boutique hotel.

Events in Es Capdellà

The local fiesta ‘Festes del Carme Es Capdellà’ is a week-long local event with many activities for children and takes place in July.

Living in Es Capdellà

The lively international community of around 1000 inhabitants in this village belies its sleepy atmosphere. There are many local amenities, but facilities such as the post office are not open all day. Es Capdellà is a relatively expensive location due to its southwest location and good access to two major towns.

If you are looking for a mountain village within 15-minute drive to excellent amenities, this is a good choice for year-round living. Expect to pay from 300,000€ -600,000 € for a village house and from 750,000€ to several million euros for a villa or much more for a country estate.

There are also good local schools including the nearby international school Agora Portals.

The real estate agent specialising in property for sale and to rent in es Capdellà is GC Property based in the nearby village of Calvià.

Surrounding Areas

The closest major towns are Calvià, the town of Andratx, Port Andratx and Peguera. Nearby villages include Galilea and S’Arraco.