SATURDAY
Cómpeta Street Market
Cómpeta, Malaga, Andalusia
At a Glance
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Stalls
- 15
- Location
- Cómpeta, Malaga
Weekly Saturday market with around 15 stalls selling fresh produce, local honey, olive oil and clothing in the Axarquía mountains.
Cómpeta Street Market sets up every Saturday from 8am to 2pm at Plaza de la Axarquía in Cómpeta, a small mountain town in the Axarquía region of Málaga province. Around 15 stalls sell fresh produce, local honey, olive oil, clothing and household goods. Bring cash as cards aren't accepted, and get there early for the best selection.
What you'll find at Cómpeta Street Market
Fresh fruit and vegetables from local farms make up the core of the market, alongside Axarquía honey and olive oil. The remaining stalls carry clothing, textiles and everyday household items. Several of the traders are Moroccan and bring spices and ceramics.
Where to stay in Cómpeta
Cómpeta is a small white village, so staying close to the centre puts you right where you need to be. Try Town Centre for easy access to the market and the main square.
If you prefer a rural feel, a cortijo or country house just outside the village is a lovely option. Axarquía Countryside offers some charming rural stays with easy drives into town on market day.
Trip Essentials
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Opening Hours
Every week on Saturday
| Day | Hours | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | — | Closed |
| Tuesday | — | Closed |
| Wednesday | — | Closed |
| Thursday | — | Closed |
| Friday | — | Closed |
| Saturday | 08:00 – 14:00 | Open |
| Sunday | — | Closed |
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What You'll Find
Location
How to get to Cómpeta Street Market
The market fills Plaza de la Axarquía in the centre of town. If you're driving, note that the plaza is also the main parking area, so consider parking on a nearby street and walking in. Cómpeta is reached via the MA-4103 from the coast. For other market days in the area, check the street markets in Cómpeta page.
Facilities & Accessibility
Contact & Details
Stalls: 15
What day is Cómpeta Street Market?
Cómpeta Street Market runs every Saturday from 8am to 2pm, all year round, with no seasonal break. Around 15 stalls fill Plaza de la Axarquía in the centre of the village. It is the only regular market day in Cómpeta, so there is nothing trading on a Sunday or midweek.
What can you buy at Cómpeta Street Market?
Cómpeta Street Market sells fresh fruit and vegetables, local honey and olive oil, alongside clothing, textiles and everyday household goods. Around 15 stalls trade in total, with the produce coming from farms across the surrounding Axarquía valley. Bring cash, since none of the stalls take cards.
Do you need cash at Cómpeta Street Market?
Yes, Cómpeta Street Market is cash only, so draw money out before you arrive. Cards are not accepted at any of the roughly 15 stalls, which is normal for a small open-air market in the Axarquía. There is a supermarket with an ATM opposite Plaza de la Axarquía if you are caught short.
Is Cómpeta Street Market wheelchair accessible?
Yes, Cómpeta Street Market is wheelchair accessible, and the site has parking, though Plaza de la Axarquía doubles as the village's main car park so spaces go early. The market trades from 8am to 2pm on Saturdays, and the whole of it sits on the one plaza in the centre of town.
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