Parish Church of Sant Llorenç
The Gothic parish church from the 13th/14th century dominates the village centre. Its distinctive bell tower and simple stone interior with a rose window are a fine example of Mallorcan ecclesiastical architecture.
approx. 5 km from Finca Alzinar
A village that still lives real Mallorca
Sant Llorenç des Cardassar is one of the quietest municipalities in eastern Mallorca – far from mass tourism, with a charming village centre, an impressive Gothic parish church and a vibrant market culture. The village sits inland, surrounded by almond and olive groves, with quick access to the coast.
From Finca Alzinar you can reach Sant Llorenç in about 10 minutes by car – perfect for a half-day trip: morning market, exploring the village, lunch, and then to the beach in the afternoon.
Sights in Sant Llorenç
Gothic architecture, nature and everyday Mallorcan life
Plaça de l'Ajuntament
The charming main square with the town hall, historic townhouses and shaded cafés. Village life pulses here – especially on Thursday mornings when the weekly market takes place.
Coves d'Artà (15 km)
One of Mallorca's most spectacular cave systems lies just 15 km away in Capdepera – vast chambers, an underground lake and impressive stalactites, great for all ages.
Weekly market – Thursdays in the village centre
Every Thursday morning the main square and surrounding streets host the traditional weekly market: fresh local produce, Mallorcan cheese, sobrassada, honey, olives, leather goods and crafts.
Market hours: approx. 8:30 – 13:30. Barely touristy – this is where locals shop.
Easily combined with a stroll through the village centre and a coffee on the main square – ideal as a morning trip from Finca Alzinar.
Festivals and traditions in Sant Llorenç
Village festivals, music and Mallorcan customs
- Sant Llorenç – 10 August The patron saint festival: masses, concerts, street parties and fireworks. All generations celebrate together – an atmosphere you rarely find elsewhere.
- Sant Antoni – 16/17 January Bonfires in the streets, devil figures (dimonis), animal blessings – an ancient tradition celebrated with great enthusiasm in Sant Llorenç.
- Messes de Tardor – October/November The autumn market celebrates the harvest season with displays of local farm products, crafts and livestock.
Food & Drink in Sant Llorenç
Simple, genuine Mallorcan cuisine
Sant Llorenç is not a gastronomic hotspot – and that is precisely its charm. Locals eat here. The restaurants are unpretentious, the cooking honest and regional.
- Village cafés & bakeries Fresh ensaïmadas, coffee and orange juice on the main square – at a fraction of what tourist towns charge.
- Menú del día – village restaurants A set lunch for €10–14: sopas mallorquines, frit, tumbet or grilled lamb. Book on market days.
- Cala Millor (8 km) – beach restaurants After the village visit, a wide choice in Cala Millor and Cala Bona – from pizzerias to excellent fish restaurants right on the harbour.
Beaches around Sant Llorenç
Family-friendly to wild – within 20 minutes
Sant Llorenç sits perfectly between two coastlines: to the north the wild Artà coast (Cala Torta, Cala Mesquida), to the south Sa Coma, Cala Millor and Cala Bona. All reachable from Finca Alzinar in 20–35 minutes.
Sa Coma
Wide, family-friendly beach about 7 km from the village centre. Calm waters, sun loungers and a beach bar.
Cala Millor
1.7 km of fine white sand and turquoise water – very pleasant outside high season. About 8 km from Sant Llorenç.
Cala Bona
A small, charming fishing harbour with excellent seafood restaurants right on the waterfront. Quieter than Cala Millor, with an authentic feel.
S'Illot
Small coastal village between Sa Coma and Porto Cristo – quiet, family-friendly, with a talayotic monument right by the sea.
Cala Nau & Cala Sequer (hidden coves)
Little-known rocky coves accessible on foot – crystal-clear water, peace and quiet, perfect for snorkelling.
Cala Torta & Cala Mesquida (30 km)
The wild natural coves of the Artà municipality – about 30 minutes away, combinable with a visit to Artà.
Discover Sant Llorenç – from your finca
Finca Alzinar is just 5 km from Sant Llorenç, set in 15 ha of nature reserve. Private pool 10×6 m, 350 m² country house, up to 10 guests. The ideal base for the entire east coast.