Palace of the Kings of Majorca : info and guided tour

Introduction to the Palace of the Kings of Majorca

The Palace of the Kings of Majorca is a vast fortified castle-palace that dominates Perpignan from a hill south of the city center, on Rue des Archers. Its stone silhouette, visible from afar, combines residential function and defense, with ramparts, inner courtyards, and massive volumes that recall the site’s political role in Catalan history.

Built in the Middle Ages for the Kings of Majorca, the palace bears witness to the period when Perpignan held an important place in the kingdom. Its architecture combines Gothic influences with a military layout, organized around several successive spaces. Today, the site is one of the city’s most emblematic monuments.

The palace is especially famous for its ceremonial rooms, chapels, and terraces, which help visitors understand the scale of the original complex. Visitors also discover the courtyards, thick walls, and viewpoints over Perpignan and the surrounding hills. The whole ensemble offers a clear picture of a fortified medieval royal residence.

Ranked among the great monuments of Perpignan, the Palace of the Kings of Majorca attracts visitors for both its historical significance and its architectural presence. Its pale stone, austere lines, and monumental spaces make it a major landmark of local heritage, at the crossroads of the history of power and medieval urban planning.

Discover Perpignan with a private guide

A private guide can help you better read the palace’s architecture, understand its role in Perpignan’s history, and place its various sections in the context of the Kingdom of Majorca. This approach provides clear reference points for the spaces, former uses, and details that one does not always notice on their own.