Tower and façade of the Puig de Maria sanctuary, Pollença

Illustrative photo of Puig de Maria, not from the operator · Photo: User:Matthias Süßen · CC BY-SA 4.0

Nature & hiking

Puig de Maria: walk up to the sanctuary (Pollença)

by Consell de Mallorca – Pedra en Sec i Senderisme · Pollença

Consell route of 4.2 km and 1 h 39 min from Pollença to the Puig de Maria sanctuary, with views of the Pollença and Alcúdia bays.

About

The Consell de Mallorca publishes the route "El Puig de Maria" as easy: 4,192 m, 1 h 39 min and about 270 m of climbing, starting and ending in Pollença on the Ma-2200, km 51.8. It is not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs. Pollença town council puts the summit at about 330 m and notes that the sanctuary was begun in 1348 and today offers twelve rooms for overnight stays. The official pages differ a little on time and distance; neither the Consell nor the town council gives hours or prices for the sanctuary.

  • 4.2 km and about 270 m of climbing
  • Views of the Pollença and Alcúdia bays
  • Sanctuary begun in 1348

Key facts

Price
FreePublic route with no listed fee (Consell de Mallorca and Pollença town council, checked 27/10/2026); lodging at the sanctuary is separate.
Duration
1.5 h–1.7 h
Area
Pollença & Formentor
Languages
Not stated
Minimum age
Not stated
Group
Not stated
Accessibility
Not stated
Includes
public marked route

When to go

Months in season

Open a month to see the weather, sea temperature and festivals.

How it scores

Editorial rating from 1 to 5 using our public rubric; not user reviews.

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  • Puig de Maria: walk up to the sanctuary (Pollença)
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  • Effort3/5
  • Family3/5
  • Weather-dependent4/5
  • Crowds3/5

Short, moderate climb with sunny stretches; the views repay it; busier at weekends.

Where it is

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Puig de Maria: walk up to the sanctuary (Pollença) cost?

Puig de Maria: walk up to the sanctuary (Pollença) has no admission fee according to the sources we checked. Public route with no listed fee (Consell de Mallorca and Pollença town council, checked 27/10/2026); lodging at the sanctuary is separate. It is worth confirming before you go.

How long does Puig de Maria: walk up to the sanctuary (Pollença) take?

Puig de Maria: walk up to the sanctuary (Pollença) takes about 1.5 h–1.7 h.

When is the best time for Puig de Maria: walk up to the sanctuary (Pollença)?

Puig de Maria: walk up to the sanctuary (Pollença) is offered in these months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Is it suitable for kids?

Puig de Maria: walk up to the sanctuary (Pollença) can work with kids depending on age and pace. Check the minimum age.

Can you do it if it rains?

In bad weather Puig de Maria: walk up to the sanctuary (Pollença) may be cancelled or postponed; book with flexible cancellation.

Where can I book Puig de Maria: walk up to the sanctuary (Pollença)?

Check the official site of the Puig de Maria: walk up to the sanctuary (Pollença) operator.

Sources and review

Data collected from public sources and reworded in our own words. Last reviewed: 2026-10-27.

Freeno admission fee, per our sources
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