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Facade of the basilica with clock and baroque tower in Escorca. H. Zell, CC BY-SA 3.0

Escorca

Mallorca

199Population
139.33 km²Area
481 mElevation
07315Postal code

Escorca is a municipality located in the Serra de Tramuntana region of Mallorca, known for its mountainous landscape and lack of a central town. The area features stunning natural formations and is home to the famous pilgrimage site, Santuari de Lluc.

02Geography

Situated on the northwest coast of Mallorca, Escorca encompasses a mountainous region within the Serra de Tramuntana. The municipality is traversed by the MA-10 road, which connects Sóller and Pollença, and features the dramatic MA-2141 serpentine road leading down to Sa Calobra. Escorca's coastline is marked by steep cliffs and deep inlets, where torrents channel rainwater from the mountains into the sea.

Distance to coast
Approximately 14 km
Patron saint
Sant Pere
Average annual rainfall
1200–1300 liters
Rainiest month
October
Driest month
July

03History and Culture

The name Escorca is believed to derive from the ancient Roman word 'skulka', meaning 'place of watch'. The area is historically significant, particularly due to the legend of the black Madonna discovered by a shepherd named Lluc, which led to the establishment of the Santuari de Lluc in 1260. The Templar Order played a crucial role in the region's history following the Christian conquest of Mallorca.

Escorca is a unique municipality in Mallorca's Serra de Tramuntana, characterized by its mountainous terrain and rich cultural heritage.

04Attractions and Activities

Escorca offers a variety of natural and cultural attractions, including the Torrent de Pareis and the picturesque villages of Sa Calobra and Cala Tuent. The region is ideal for hiking, with numerous trails leading through the stunning landscapes of the Serra de Tramuntana. The Santuari de Lluc serves as a major pilgrimage site and cultural center.

Coastal landscape with mountains and sea at Escorca.
Coastal view at Escorca in the Serra de Tramuntana with mountains and sea.
Monastery grounds with trees, lampposts, and a building in the background.
The Santuari de Lluc in Escorca, an important monastery in the Serra de Tramuntana.
Escorca · Data
Region
Serra de Tramuntana
Island
Mallorca
Population
199
Area
139.33 km²
Elevation
481 m
Postal code
07315
Website
https://ajescorca.net/
Coordinates
39.8333, 2.9167

Photos

Map of the municipality of Escorca in the Serra de Tramuntana on Mallorca
Map of the municipality of Escorca in the Serra de Tramuntana on Mallorca
Landscape with hills, trees, and terraced fields in Escorca.
Landscape along the Tramuntana road in Escorca with terraced fields and wooded hills.
Cúber reservoir in the mountains with water and surrounding landscape.
View of Cúber reservoir in the Serra de Tramuntana at Escorca.
Mountain landscape with sea view in Escorca
Panorama of Escorca between LLuc and Sa Calobra in the Serra de Tramuntana
Estuary mouth of the Torrent de Pareis between high rocks
Estuary mouth of the Torrent de Pareis in the Serra de Tramuntana at Escorca, Majorca

Map

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