The emblematic Castle of Alaró will become publicly owned in the coming months thanks to the expropriation process promoted by the Consell de Mallorca. The island institution aims to turn this monument into a space for historical, archaeological and landscape interpretation open to all Mallorcans.
Partial view of the Castle of Alaró. Photo: Eduardo Miralles © AETIB.
The councillor for Territory, Mobility and Infrastructures, Fernando Rubio, has signed the order to start the procedure that will allow one of the island’s most representative heritage sites to be recovered for the public.
“Today we are taking a major step so that the Castle of Alaró belongs to all Mallorcans. We are initiating the expropriation process that will ensure this emblematic monument, which is in serious danger of deterioration, becomes publicly owned,” said Fernando Rubio.
An expropriation supported by Law 4/2025 and the Territorial Plan of Mallorca
The expropriation process for the Castle of Alaró is based on Law 4/2025 on urgent actions aimed at acquiring land through strategic residential projects in the Balearic Islands, and on the fourth amendment to the Territorial Plan of Mallorca, which provides for the compulsory expropriation of heritage assets and the creation of cultural and interpretive facilities.
Institutional visit by the Consell de Mallorca to the Castle of Alaró in 2024. Photo: Consell de Mallorca.
The Consell de Mallorca aims to protect and preserve the heritage, historical, archaeological, natural and landscape value of the castle. The institution recalls that both the Consell and the Alaró Town Council have carried out restoration work in recent years, although some sections of the walls require urgent interventions to halt their deterioration.
The project foresees that the castle will be devoted to the conservation, restoration, interpretation and public enjoyment of its values, ensuring public access and sustainable management in line with its designation as a Site of Cultural Interest (BIC).
History of the Castle of Alaró
The Castle of Alaró is a military fortress located atop the Puig de Alaró, whose origins date back to the year 902, when the Saracens arrived on the island. Throughout history, it was occupied by various conquering forces until it was abandoned in the 14th and 15th centuries, although a military garrison remained there until 1741. From that time onwards, the castle took on a solely religious role, as an oratory was built inside it in 1622.
In addition to its historical value, the Castle of Alaró offers stunning views of the Serra de Tramuntana and the Pla de Mallorca, making it an ideal place to enjoy the landscape.
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