The church located here was originally built on the site of a former mosque, following the Catalan conquest of Mallorca.
The neighborhood of Santa Catalina historically served as the workers' quarter for the town's agricultural and maritime laborers.
The square remains one of the few areas in Sóller that has retained its original medieval street layout despite subsequent expansions.
The church contains a notable altarpiece dedicated to Saint Catherine of Alexandria, patron saint of the parish.
Plaça de Santa Caterina is a historic public square located in the Santa Catalina neighborhood of Sóller, Mallorca. The site centers around the 13th-century church of Santa Caterina d'Alexandria, which reflects the transition from Gothic to Baroque architectural influences. The square functions as a tranquil local hub, distinct from the more crowded central plaza of Sóller. It is surrounded by traditional Mallorcan stone houses featuring shuttered windows and tiled roofs. The area maintains a residential character, preserving the vernacular townscape of the Serra de Tramuntana region.
Position yourself at the entrance of the square to capture the church facade framed by the surrounding traditional stone houses.
Visit during the early morning to observe the local community life before the town center becomes busy.
Walk the narrow surrounding alleys to see authentic examples of local stone masonry.
Bring a camera with a wide-angle lens to capture the tight geometry of the square's perimeter.
Do not mistake this for the main tourist square in the town center; it is a residential neighborhood square.
Maintain a quiet demeanor as this is a residential area; keep shoulders covered if entering the church.
