Parque de Olazar

Puntos de Interés

Culture

Atalaya d'Artrutx

This ancient 17th-century cylindrical watchtower is built of stone and mortar and plastered with lime and sand. Located on the top of a headland between two coves, it was used to alert the arrival of assailants and as a refuge for country people.

The presence of this watchtower has given its name to this spot, Es Talaier, which is covered by a pine forest (Pinus halepensis) with some junipers (Juniperus phoenicea) and sclerophyllous scrubland. It has also lent its name to the nearby Es Talaier Bay), between Es Pinar and Cau d'en Barra points.

The building is currently located on a private estate, connected to the grounds of a hotel.