Ferreries
Ferreries district, running from north to south across the centre of the island, occupies some of the hilliest terrain on Menorca, with impressive gorges winding down to the south coast amid fertile farmland. The town of Ferreries, whose name is thought to have originated in the blacksmith’s (ferrer) trade lies in the centre of the district. Once reliant solely on farming, today the footwear, jewellery and furniture-making industries represent important sources of income.
The small town of Ferreries has grown significantly in recent years, although the main square remains the centre of activity with a colourful farmer’s market held on Saturdays. The blue parking zone in the centre has a 1.5 hour time limit (no charge). You should set your arrival time on the special clocks (available at the town hall and the police station) or write it clearly on a piece of paper and display it on your dashboard.
The old part of the town, which is very picturesque with narrow cobbled streets and houses painted in different colours, fans out around the square and is pleasant to wander around.
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