Valldemossa: The Apple of Every Tourist’s Eye
The Austrian Archduke Ludwig Salvator is not alone in saying that Valldemossa is Spain’s prettiest village. Located in the Spanish island of Majorca, this popular tourist destination has been visited by a lot of well-known individuals including the famous Polish composer, Fredrick Chopin and his lover, Amantine-Lucile-Aurore Dupin, well known as George Sand. This region is home to the 13th century monastery known as the Real Cartuja de Valldemossa, a monastery with old Carthusian origin initially built to become a royal residence before it was transformed into a monastery back in 1399.
Best Time to Visit
If you’re wondering if there are any other festivals in Valldemosa, then you’re in luck. Festes de la Beata and the Annual Artdemossa are both held in July while the Festival of Saint Bartomeu is in August. If considering Valldemosa as a destination or simply just want to attend its many festivals, make sure to book your Valldemosa hotels early to avoid the crowd and get the best hotel room deals even on a peak season.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The visit of Chopin proved to be an extra tourist magnet for the town as Valldemosa have a few dedicated museums to the composer and his lover. Tourists can even visit the 13th century Carthusian monastery they stayed in. There is also a festival organized by the Festivals Chopin de Valldemossa in honor of the composer.
For those travelers who wish to have accommodations closer to important sights such as the historical district, Valldemosa stays like Rusticae Es Petit Hotel de Valldemossa are there within walking distance to these attractions as well as prime commute areas. Other alternate accommodation is the 3-star rated Hotel Sa Vall Valldemossa.