The village

Location

Lloseta is nature in its purest form. Looking north, we are one of the gateways to the Serra de Tramuntana, a paradise for lovers of mountain sports: trekking, climbing, mountain biking and hiking.

Nature

A simple walk along the paths around the village can become an experience for the senses. Lloseta is the perfect starting point to make different excursions by bicycle or car to the neighboring villages of Alaró, Biniamar, Selva or Mancor, immersed in the mountains.

Commerce

Small stores where you will always find a smile and a good advice can make you rediscover another way to shop and enjoy the village. We also find the inherited craftsmanship: pottery, shoes…

Gastronomy

And the visit has to culminate with good gastronomy. In Lloseta you can enjoy authentic culinary experiences with first class restaurants. One of the star products of the town cannot be overlooked: the cardinal; a sweet of recognized prestige.

Culture

It is worthwhile to dive into the narrow streets of the old part of town and discover, step by step, simple and hidden corners with a lot of charm. The Theater is another obligatory stop, a building with an avant-garde design that generates a very important cultural activity.

Heritage

A comfortable village with easy parking and short distances to walk. A leisurely walk allows you to discover the monuments that are still preserved from the 800 years of the town’s history.

Lloseta, a charming village

Hidden under the shades of the Tramuntana mountains, Lloseta is an authentic gem to be discovered. The village of Lloseta is a peaceful yet charming place, full of working-hard and nice inhabitants who warmly welcome every visitor with the most sincere smile. Lloseta is a different choice to spent a great day discovering the rural part of the isle. The town can be the starting point of many excursions or discover the great world heritage of the Native and Nature side of Majorca: The Serra de Tramuntana. There is always a wonderful plan to stay in Lloseta. Gastronomy, culture, heritage, nature, sport, shopping… You will never find so much in such a little yet alluring area.

History

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History

The name of Lloseta origin is uncertain. There are many theories surrounding its root. It is believed that it could be a combination of the Latin word “Laus” (praise) and the Greek “eta” (castle). Another version says that the nam Lloseta would be derived from mozárabe word “Llosada” or llosa (slab, tile) on its origin.

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Fairs and festivities

Lloseta features two important local festivities. The first event is the Virgin of Lloseta town’s patron ceremony and it is held on the 8th of September. The main event is the religious celebration that takes place in the parochial church in the morning. The second event is the celebration of the pilgrimage of Coco, which takes place on the first Wednesday after Easter.

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Gastronomy

Lloseta has always been the birthplace of fine cuisine linked to the Majorcan traditions. Over the past years the village has become a place of pilgrimage for haute cuisine lovers. At Lloseta we can also find bars and restaurants serving the simple and classical meals of the village such as the “variats”: Typical Mallorcan tapas mingling many elements. One of the star products of the town cannot be overlooked: the cardinal; a sweet of recognized prestige.

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Accomodation

Anyone who wants to stay in Lloseta has different possibilities that guarantee comfort, warmth and quality. There is also a wide and varied offer of holiday accommodations with different possibilities ranging from an apartment in the village to rural houses with swimming pool and luxury equipment.

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