Sineu Market is vast taking over the squares, streets and alleys of the town but its heart is the main square beside the church.
Sitting slap bang in the middle of the island, the hilltop town of Sineu dates back to Roman times. Dominated by the imposing palace built for King Jaume II in 1309 , the town’s claim to fame is that it served as the capital of Mallorca during the 13th century.
Ready to book your hotel ?
Uncover our Luxury Collection of hotels in Mallorca all with exclusive offers !
Today however, its fame derives from its weekly Wednesday market (8am to 1pm) which is the oldest, over 700 years, and most traditional on Mallorca.
Spilling out into the town besides the usual fruit and vegetables stalls are ceramics, leather goods, olives, capers and other artisan foods, linens and embroidery and baskets and wickerwork are all for sale.
But essentially this is still very much a farmers’ market for Sineu’s agricultural hinterland and uniquely the only market remaining where farm animals are bought and sold.
So expect the sights, sounds and smells of chickens, doves, guinea fowl, lambs, piglets etc !
Around the market area are a number of traditional restaurants where you can take refuge from the hustle and bustle.
Sineu is easily accessible by car from any part of the island in around 30 minutes so make your way there on a Wednesday and enjoy the heritage of this wonderful market.
Ready to book your hotel ?
Discover our Luxury Collection of hotels in Mallorca all with exclusive offers !
