Porreres

02Geography

Porreres is situated in the interior of Mallorca, equidistant from the towns of Llucmajor, Campos, and Felanitx. The municipality shares borders with Llucmajor, Montuïri, Sant Joan, Vilafranca, Felanitx, and Campos, making it a central point in the region.

03History

The area around Porreres has been inhabited since the Bronze Age. Significant historical events include the attack on the town's archives during the 1868 revolution, which resulted in the loss of important documents detailing 600 years of local history.

• Historical figure Guillem de Porrera, a crusader involved in the expulsion of the Moors from Mallorca.
• Civil War events Republican supporters, including the last mayor Climent Garau, were executed here.
• Mass grave discovery In 2016, a mass grave with 71 remains was found in the cemetery.
• Memorial site A monument marks the location of the executions.

Explore Porreres, a municipality in Mallorca known for its apricot cultivation and rich history.

04Economy and Attractions

Agriculture is the backbone of Porreres' economy, with the municipality being a key center for apricot cultivation. The fruits are often dried and processed for sale.

• Església de Nostra Senyora de la Consolació Parish church from the 17th/18th century.
• Iglesia de Sant Felip Neri
• Iglesia de l’Hospitalet
• Santuari de Monti-Sión Sanctuary and former school dating back to around 1500.
• Ermita de la Santa Creu
• Museo municipal de arte contemporáneo Museum of contemporary art located on Calle Agustí Font.
• Racó de la memoria Memorial site behind the Oratory of Santa Creu.