Santuari de Lluc, Pilgrimage monastery in Escorca, Spain
Santuari de Lluc is a monastery and pilgrimage shrine set in the mountains of northwestern Majorca. The complex includes visitor accommodations housed in former monastic cells, a church, and supporting religious buildings arranged around a central courtyard.
In the 13th century, a shepherd discovered a statue of the Virgin Mary in the area, which led to the founding of this religious site. Over time, it became an important pilgrimage destination for believers from across the region.
The sanctuary has maintained a boys' choir called Els Blauets for roughly five centuries, with members performing regularly in distinctive blue robes. These young singers are part of the place's daily rhythm and identity.
Visitors should come prepared for hilly terrain and bring sturdy footwear, as the surrounding area is ideal for walking. Early morning or late afternoon visits work well for avoiding crowds of pilgrims.
Behind the monastery buildings lies a botanical garden path showcasing the plant life of Majorca's mountains. This hidden trail often sees fewer visitors and provides a quieter side to the main complex.
Location: Escorca
Website: http://lluc.net
GPS coordinates: 39.82292,2.88444
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02
The Balearic Islands contain numerous remote beaches, historical sites, and natural landmarks that reveal layers of human and geological history. From the ancient Talayotic ruins of Torre d'en Galmés to the coastal cliffs of Cap de Formentor, these locations offer stone structures, archaeological remains, and views across the water. The region includes natural reserves like S'Albufera des Grau, historical buildings such as the Lluc Monastery, and coastal features including the rock formations near Sa Pedrera. Walking through these places, you encounter evidence of civilizations that lived here thousands of years ago, alongside the work of nature in shaping cliffs, coves, and island landscapes. Some spots reward you with solitude and wide vistas, while others reveal details carved into stone or built into hillsides. Whether you trace ancient pathways, explore caves with archaeological layers, or stand at a lighthouse overlooking the water, the Balearic islands show how people have lived alongside their landscape for centuries.
Mallorca offers diverse landscapes where fine sandy beaches and wild coves surrounded by limestone cliffs succeed one another. On the northwest coast, Sa Calobra marks the spectacular mouth of the Torrent de Pareis, while Cala Figuera nestles between the rocky walls of Cape Formentor. To the southeast, near Santanyí, Caló del Moro and the Mondragó natural park reveal other facets of the Mediterranean coast. The island's architectural heritage reflects centuries of history. In Palma, the Gothic cathedral from the 14th century dominates the port with its nave standing 144 feet (44 meters) high and 61 stained glass windows. The round Bellver Castle, built in 1311, is perched on the heights of the city. The Drach Caves in Porto Cristo reveal an underground world spanning approximately 0.75 miles (1.2 km), including Lake Martel, one of Europe’s largest underground lakes. The Alfàbia Gardens in Sóller preserve Moorish hydraulic art from the 13th century, while the Roman site of Pol·lèntia in Alcúdia dates back to the 1st century BC. To the north, the s'Albufera natural park conserves 4,200 acres (1,700 hectares) of wetlands hosting over 250 species of migratory birds.
Gorg Blau
6.1 km
Puig de Massanella
3.3 km
Talaiotic site of Almallutx
5.7 km
Puig Tomir
4.2 km
Torrent de Pareis beach
7.4 km
Puig d'en Galileu
2 km
Jardín Botánico de Lluc
71 m
El Cosconar
4 km
Puig de n'Alí
2.9 km
Puig des Tossals Verds
7 km
Puig Roig
4.7 km
Morro d'Almallutx
6.9 km
Torre de Lluc
6 km
Puig de ses Vinyes
6.7 km
Puig de ses Bassetes
4.3 km
Puig de la Font
7.6 km
Presa de Gorg Blau
5.3 km
Església Vella
5.9 km
Stele of Santuari de Lluc
131 m
Church of Sant Llorenç
7.7 km
Rotes de Caimari
5.3 km
Creu del Barracar
172 m
Albarca
1 km
Menut
1.6 km
Hostatgeria del Santuari de Lluc
104 m
Cova de sa Cometa des Morts
1.3 km
Església de la Immaculada de Caimari
6 km
Cases de neu del massís de Massanella
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