Cap des Moro lies between Cala Figuera and s'Amarador; the area was developed in the 1980s. When choosing your destination, it is worth distinguishing between the history of the settlement, a past celebration in Cap des Moro, and the cultural and landscape features of the nearby area.

History and Experiences in the Surrounding Area

In Cala Figuera, stone from Santanyí was shipped out. A historic motorcycle exhibition was also held there at the harbour: it took place on the weekend before the Cap des Moro festivities and featured a total of 40 motorcycles. The exhibition attracted considerable interest from local residents and tourists in Cala Figuera. This was a past event, not a statement about a recurring programme.

Another historic feature in the nearby area is the Es Cap des Moro cave. It lies on a coastal cliff; six small niches were used as places of worship in prehistoric times. The cave’s name is similar to that of the destination, but here it refers to a separate nearby site. At Torre d'en Beu, soft marès limestone walls above a rocky platform offer a different landscape feature. The climbing walls are up to 15–18 metres high, with numerous boulders at their base. The site is considered one of the best bouldering areas in the south.

A past Sant Antoni celebration is also associated with Cap des Moro itself. Bonfires were lit on the eve; many people gathered for a barbecue and an evening celebrating Sant Antoni. This celebration offers a specific glimpse of local festivities, but it should not be taken to mean that the event recurs annually.

Santanyí as a Distinct Cultural Centre

In the wider destination of Santanyí, Plaça Major plays a central role: festivals and the market take place in the square. The parish church of Sant Andreu stands beside the town hall as one of the two main buildings on Plaça Major. It was built from Santanyí stone; inside is a monumental Baroque organ from Palma’s Dominican monastery. Construction of the church began on 25 July 1786 and lasted 25 years.

Santanyí’s historic townscape also includes El Roser and La Porta Murada. El Roser is the former parish church, built in the first half of the 14th century in a transitional style between Romanesque and Gothic. During pirate raids, it regularly served as a refuge for the population and was therefore fortified. La Porta Murada is a gate tower in the 16th-century defensive walls. Santanyí’s narrow streets are also home to several art galleries and artists’ studios.

Market and Festival Calendar in Santanyí

Santanyí’s market takes place every Wednesday and Saturday throughout the year. More than 150 stalls are spread across Plaça Major and the surrounding streets; the number can vary. They offer local produce, clothing and handcrafted goods. The Mercat de Santanyí also features local products such as sobrassada, oil and wine. Alongside the historic town centre, the market offers a distinct insight into the wider destination’s shopping and food scene.

The recurring festivals also have different focuses. The Sant Antoni festival in Santanyí takes place on 17 January; traditional bonfires and barbecues are held on the eve, and animals are blessed. The Fira de Santanyí is scheduled for the third Saturday in October and brings together agriculture, crafts and industry. The Sant Andreu patron saint festival falls on 30 November and includes a solemn mass as well as numerous social and cultural activities during the festival week. If you are travelling on specific dates, it is advisable to check the schedule.

When deciding on Cap des Moro, it helps to distinguish the locations of these features: the settlement’s history and the celebration described here relate to Cap des Moro, the cave and climbing crags are in the nearby area, while the market, churches and festival calendar belong to Santanyí. This allows you to choose the focus of your stay more deliberately, without conflating the different places into a single destination.

Discover more destinations: Es Llombards, Cala D'or, Portopetro, S'alqueria Blanca, Cala Llombards, Calonge, S´amarador, Cala Santanyi.

For the wider travel overview: Santanyi.