Heritage

A Journey through the History and Culture of Mallorca

Heritage route in Binissalem

Binissalem is not only known for its exceptional wines, but also for its rich historical and cultural heritage. It houses a great variety of monuments and architectural heritage elements, such as baroque houses or possessions, which, together with other elements, such as mills, wells or boundary crosses (creus de terme), perfectly reflect the history and tradition of the municipality over the centuries. The Binissalem Heritage Route allows visitors to discover these treasures and learn more about the history of this town, which has played an important role in shaping the cultural landscape of Mallorca.

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Railway Station

Carrer de Gaspar Vallès, 9-11

The Binissalem railway station, inaugurated at the end of the 19th century, is a testament to the importance of the railway in the economic and social development of the region. This station has been a key point for the transport of goods, especially wine and stone, emblematic products of Binissalem. Likewise, the shoe industry was the economic engine of the town for a large part of the 20th century. The architecture of the station preserves historical elements that evoke the rise of the railway on the island. To this day, it remains an important connection point for residents and tourists who want to explore Mallorca by train.

Ajuntament

Carrer Concepció, 7

The Binissalem Town Hall is an emblematic building located in the heart of the town. Built in the 17th century, with 19th-century architecture with neoclassical echoes, it reflects the wealth and growth of the town during this period. The Town Hall is not only the administrative centre of Binissalem, but also a symbol of its history and heritage. Inside, visitors can find historical documents, photographs that narrate the evolution of the town over the years and the town's municipal archive. It has also undergone renovations at the end of the 19th century, in the 1970s and during 2010-2011.

Església Santa Maria de Robines

Plaça de l'Església

The Church of Santa Maria de Robines, built in the 18th century on the remains of an earlier church, is one of the most important monuments in Binissalem. In Baroque style, it stands out for its impressive facade and for its bell tower, the second highest in Mallorca. It also preserves Gothic elements, such as the main portal, and neo-Gothic elements incorporated into the bell tower at the beginning of the 20th century. It is also the third temple to have existed in this place. Inside, visitors can admire altarpieces and works of religious art of great historical and artistic value, such as a carving of the Virgin Mary of incalculable cultural and heritage value. The church is also known for its religious festivals, which attract numerous faithful and tourists every year.

Picapedrer

Plaça de l'Església

The stonemasons have been a crucial figure in the history of Binissalem. The tradition of chipped stone in this municipality dates back centuries and has contributed significantly to the architectural landscape of Mallorca. The Binissalem stone, which is a living stone, limestone, of high quality and durability, has been used in the construction of numerous historic buildings throughout the island. The stonemasons are honored in a sculpture, dated 1986, by Binissalem native Guillem Terrassa Pol “Mekis”, which reveals the importance of these masters and their skill and art of working stone, a tradition that is kept alive through workshops and demonstrations for visitors and that is commemorated annually at the Fira de la Pedra i l'Artesania (Stone and Crafts Fair).

Pagesos Vermadors

Plaça de l'Església

The Pagesos Vermadors, or vermadors as they are known in the village, represent the wine-growing farmers of Binissalem who have cultivated and harvested the vineyards for generations, forming a group that is fundamental to the municipality's cultural and economic identity. The harvest festivals, the Festa des Vermar, celebrated annually in September, pay homage to these workers through traditional activities, parades, and competitions, serving as a living testament to the effort and dedication that have established Binissalem as a benchmark in wine production. These sculptures, dating from 1985, are the work of Binissalem native Guillem Terrassa Pol “Mekis”.

Can Tiró de ses Bolles

C/ Pere Estruc, 2

Can Tiró de ses Bolles, a building dating from the 17th to the 19th centuries, has been meticulously restored to preserve its original structure. It exhibits a traditional style with Mannerist reminiscences, evident in the intricate details of its openings: the voussoirs of the portal and other cushioned elements, the windows of the upper floor, notably highlighting the bolles above the triangular pediment, and the windows of the porch.

Església de Cals Agustins

Carrer Canonge Barceló

The church of Cals Agustins, built in the 19th century, is a beautiful example of religious architecture in Binissalem. This neo-Gothic church, dedicated to the Transfiguration of the Lord, stands out for its sober façade and austere but elegant interior. It is also part of a complex with an Augustinian convent that played an important role in the spiritual and educational life of the municipality and a traditional winery. It takes its name from the congregation of the Germans Terciaris de Sant Agustí de Binissalem that was founded in early June 1857. The winery is privately owned. Although the convent building is currently used for other purposes, the church continues to be a place of active worship, cultural events and a historical monument that is worth visiting.

Creu de Terme

carrer des Reg

This Creu de Terme is a 20th-century stone cross of traditional typology, situated in the middle of the public thoroughfare at the confluence of carrer de sa Creu and carrer des Reg. These types of crosses, so characteristic of the Mallorcan landscape, historically delimited the boundaries of towns while serving as vital points of reference and spiritual protection for travelers.

Creu del camí de Biniali

Camí de Biniali

The Cross on the Biniali Road dates back to the 19th and 20th centuries and is of a traditional type. This type of cross, typical of Mallorca, marked the boundaries of towns and served as points of reference and spiritual protection for travelers.

Molí des Cos

Carretera Palma-Inca, Km. 23

The Molí des Cos is one of the most outstanding flour windmills in Binissalem, an emblematic structure that is part of the Mallorcan rural landscape. With a modern chronology of between the 16th and 18th centuries with later renovations, this mill of popular architecture was used to grind grain, an essential activity for the local economy. These mills, with their majestic blades, are a reminder of the ingenuity and effort of past generations. Among other mills that we can also find and that are of relevance, we mention the Molí de sa Goleta, located in the area of the old Robines.

Pou Poal

Camí des Pou Poal - Access via Camí des Blanquers

The Pou Poal is one of the numerous historical communal wells found in Binissalem. These wells were crucial for the municipality's water supply, especially during periods of drought. The Pou Poal, likely medieval in origin, is the only shadoof-type well preserved in Mallorca. It stands as a living testament to the vital importance of water for daily life and agriculture. It comprises the well itself, the mota, the neck, two incomplete pillars, and two monoliths of living stone used until the 18th century to position a seesaw mechanism for water extraction. The complex is also surrounded by a cobblestone paving. Other wells in the municipality also boast fascinating histories and exemplify Mallorca's traditional hydraulic engineering.

Cementeri Vell

Camí de Lloseta

The Cementeri Vell is the old cemetery of Binissalem, the final resting place for many generations of inhabitants of the municipality. This cemetery, which dates back to the 19th century, built on the first cemetery of the 13th century, offers a glimpse into the funerary customs and social history of Binissalem with its stone tombs, tombstones and stelae. Located in the old Robines, the small repopulation church that was built there in the 13th century was the first in what later became the town of Binissalem. The Cementeri Vell is a place of reflection and memory. Today, it continues to be a place of historical and cultural importance, visited by those who want to pay homage to their ancestors and learn more about the past of the municipality. Its location, with the passage of time and the new urban structure of the town, means that the Cementeri Vell remains on the outskirts of the urban fabric, although it is still a place of great importance for the people of Binissalem.

Biniagual

camí de Biniagual – camí de Muro

Biniagual is a historic rural village from the medieval period originating from a Muslim farmhouse, which reflects the architecture and traditional Mallorcan lifestyle. The small group of houses dates back to the 18th and 19th centuries. The houses, built of stone, are grouped around a central square and maintain typical elements such as wooden doors and Arab tiled roofs. In the center of Biniagual there is a small chapel dedicated to Sant Gall that adds a unique character to the whole. This village is a testament to the agricultural history of the area, especially known for its wine production. The local wineries, which have been an essential part of its economy for centuries, are still in operation, producing wines that reflect the winemaking tradition of the region. Biniagual is therefore a living example of Mallorca's rural past, with an environment that preserves the tranquility and charm of another era.