Mestres d’aixa: Mallorca’s shipwrights
The mestres d’aixa are Mallorca’s traditional shipwrights, skilled craftsmen who built wooden boats by hand for centuries. From the iconic llaüt fishing boats to elegant sailing vessels, their craft is deeply rooted in the island’s maritime heritage. Discover the history of the mestres d’aixa, how these traditional wooden boats were made and why this remarkable Mallorcan craft remains an important part of the island’s cultural heritage.