Ferreries () is a municipality on the island of Menorca, in the Spanish autonomous community of the Balearic Islands. Covering approximately , it forms a natural transition between the island’s northern cliffs and southern sandy coves and beaches. The environment blends Mediterranean forests, limestone ravines to the south, and farmlands. The town’s economy is diversified across agriculture, livestock, manufacturing, and tourism.
History
Fereries was founded at the end of the 13th century, originally around a church dedicated to Saint Bartholomew before gaining autonomy in 1836.
An Arab castle was constructed during
Moorish rule atop the Santa Àgueda hill and is accessible through an old road.
Its name is derived from the
Catalan language word
ferrer meaning "
blacksmith", which in turn, comes from
Latin language word
ferrum.
Geography
Ferreries is a
municipality on the island of
Menorca, in the Spanish autonomous community of the
Balearic Islands. Covering approximately , it forms a natural transition between the island’s northern cliffs and southern sandy coves and beaches.
It has an average elevation of around with Santa Àgueda hill at height being the island’s third-highest point.
The topography consists of a mix of Mediterranean forest, farmland, limestone ravines, and sandy coves and cliffs.
Economy
The economy is based on a strong agricultural and livestock sector producing milk, cheese, honey, artisanal bread, fruit, and vegetables.
Seaside accommodations, hotels, and weekly local markets offering produce and crafts have developed around the tourism industry..
Cultural life thrives through annual patronal festivals in late August honoring Sant Bartomeu, including traditional horse processions, year-round events, and a busy summer market culture.
See also
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