Which fruits are in season alongside figs in Mallorca?

The warm, sun-drenched afternoons around the island's fig harvest bring an earthy sweetness to bustling markets, mingling with the scents of ripe fruit. Alongside the well-known Mallorcan fig—especially in villages like Alaró and Soller—you'll find other seasonal fruits at their peak. Peaches, with their juicy, fragrant flesh, share late summer and early autumn in the Tramuntana foothills, lending a tender contrast to figs' honeyed tones. Their presence in markets reflects a tradition of gentle Mediterranean cultivation.
Grapes, particularly from the wine-producing region of Binissalem, also come into their own at this time. The abundant vineyards yield a variety of grapes, sweet and tart, that complement the figs in fresh fruit assortments and local desserts. Plums, less celebrated but equally significant, appear with a tartness that offsets the richer flavors around September, a balance often appreciated in traditional sweets and marmalades.
In Palma’s markets or while pausing for a break in a Pollenca café, these fruits appear alongside other autumnal delights like quince or medlar. Together, they offer visitors a taste of the island’s varied terroir and seasonal rhythm. Sampling a local ensaimada filled with fig and plum preserves or savoring a tumbet accompanied by fresh fruit for dessert showcases this harmonious harvest. This period invites visitors to immerse themselves in the island’s culinary heritage, celebrating the brief, luscious window when these fruits flourish in concert.