Towns of Mallorca · Serra de Tramuntana

Bunyola

At the foot of the Serra d’Alfàbia, where the Sóller train stops before plunging into the mountain.

Bunyola · 39°42′N · 2°42′E
ATLAS DE MALLORCA Bunyola 39°42′N · 2°42′E Nº 10 / 53

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Things to do in Bunyola

Sóller’s wooden train, running since 1912, stops in Bunyola and soon after enters its longest tunnel, 2,856 metres long. Nearby are the Jardins d’Alfàbia, an estate of Moorish origin with ponds, fountains and its famous water pergola, and Raixa, with Italian-style 18th-century gardens.

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When to visit Bunyola, and tips

  1. 01

    When to go

    In September for the Sant Mateu festival, in the week of the 21st. The gardens are at their best from spring to autumn (check opening times before you go).

  2. 02

    A local tip

    Take the train from Palma and get off in Bunyola: the village and the church of Sant Mateu are close by. With a car, drive up to the Orient valley, one of the most charming corners of the municipality.

Quick facts

Sóller train
Since 1912 · stops in Bunyola
Longest tunnel
2,856 m
Main festival
Sant Mateu, 21 September

Live agenda

Upcoming events in Bunyola

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Official local holidays

Public holidays in the municipality according to the official labour calendar.

Data: Govern de les Illes Balears, general and local labour calendar (open data, CC BY 4.0) (opens in a new tab) · checked on 23 October 2026.

Where to stay in Bunyola

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Near Bunyola

Within 12 km as the crow flies, nearest first.

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Area: Serra de Tramuntana

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Questions about Bunyola

What is there to see and do in Bunyola?

Sóller’s wooden train, running since 1912, stops in Bunyola and soon after enters its longest tunnel, 2,856 metres long. Nearby are the Jardins d’Alfàbia, an estate of Moorish origin with ponds, fountains and its famous water pergola, and Raixa, with Italian-style 18th-century gardens. Atlas de Mallorca lists 4 experiences in town and 9 nearby: Circular hike through Sa Comuna de Bunyola to Penyal d'Honor, Alfàbia Gardens, Raixa estate and gardens (Bunyola), 18-hole golf at Golf Son Termens, Guided visit to the Lafiore glassblowing factory and ceramics studio, Ceramics experience with hand-building and wheel at Lafiore.

When is the best time to visit Bunyola?

In September for the Sant Mateu festival, in the week of the 21st. The gardens are at their best from spring to autumn (check opening times before you go).

Any practical tips for visiting Bunyola?

Take the train from Palma and get off in Bunyola: the village and the church of Sant Mateu are close by. With a car, drive up to the Orient valley, one of the most charming corners of the municipality.

Sources

Our own text, based on these sources consulted on 2026-10-23. Dates, opening times and bus lines change: check them before you go.