Capdepera Castle
Capdepera, Spain
A 14th-century walled enclosure on a hill above the village with a small church and views to Menorca on clear days. Park in the village and walk up the stepped lane.
Capdepera Castle stands on a hill above the village of Capdepera. The fortified enclosure dates from the early fourteenth century; according to Wikipedia, building began in 1310 on the remains of a Muslim settlement, and King James II had the scattered local population construct the walled complex. Lonely Planet describes it as a fortified town built as protection against pirates. The walls enclose a watchtower, now known as the Torre Miquel Nunis. The castle was occupied by the military until 1854, then privately owned until the owners donated it to the town council in 1983.
Inside stands a plain stone church with a valuable fourteenth-century wooden crucifix. From the tower you look out over the rooftops, the wooded hills and the sea. According to Wikipedia the castle is open to visitors all year; it is best to check the exact times in advance.
- Nearest town
- Capdepera, Spain
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 39.7026, 3.4350
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March, June, September and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Spain: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Many former toll motorways are now free; some AP roads still charge. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Zona d'acampada s'ArenaletCampsite8 km from Capdepera Castle
- Motorhome stopover · ArtàMotorhome stopover18 km from Capdepera CastleMotorhomes
All campsites in Spain · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Capdepera Castle?
Capdepera Castle is in Capdepera, Spain, at GPS 39.7026, 3.4350. It is about 7 km from Artà.
Can you camp near Capdepera Castle?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Zona d'acampada s'Arenalet, about 8 km away; within 25 km there are 2 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Capdepera Castle?
Capdepera Castle is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Mallorca’s south and east: coves, caves and castles.
What is there to see near Capdepera Castle?
Places worth a stop nearby: Caves of Drach (21 km), Cap de Formentor (35 km), Mondragó Natural Park (44 km) and Cala Macarella (50 km).
When is the best time to visit Capdepera Castle?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March, June, September and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)