CártamaEco — Estación de Cártama Organic and Craft Market
Runs every Sunday from 10am to 2:30pm in Estación de Cártama. Local organic produce, fresh bread, cheese and handmade crafts.
CártamaEco is an organic and craft market in Estación de Cártama, a small town in Málaga province, Andalusia. Set up every Sunday from 10am to 2:30pm at Parque de la urbanización Los Naranjos, the market focuses on locally sourced organic products and artisan goods. You'll find seasonal fruit and vegetables, freshly baked bread, local cheese and dairy, plus handmade crafts from regional makers. Bring cash — most stalls don't take cards.
What you'll find at CártamaEco
The market specializes in organic produce, so you'll see a strong selection of fresh, pesticide-free vegetables and fruit depending on the season. Alongside produce stalls are bakers selling traditional bread and pastries, plus local cheesemakers and dairy producers offering everything from fresh milk to aged varieties.
Crafts vendors round out the offering, selling handmade items from jewellery to home goods. It's a smaller, more focused market than many in the region, with an emphasis on sustainability and local enterprise.
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Where to stay in Estación de Cártama
Estación de Cártama is a small town, so your best bet is to stay in the surrounding area and make a short trip to the market. Cártama town centre has a handful of guesthouses and is just a few minutes away, giving you easy access without much fuss.
If you'd prefer more options, Málaga city centre is around 20 minutes by train and opens up a much wider choice of hotels for every budget. Alhaurín el Grande is another solid nearby base if you want a quieter stay with a more local feel.
Opening Hours
Every week — Sunday
| Day | Hours | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | — | Closed |
| Tuesday | — | Closed |
| Wednesday | — | Closed |
| Thursday | — | Closed |
| Friday | — | Closed |
| Saturday | — | Closed |
| Sunday (today) | 10:00 – 14:30 | Open |
Tours & Activities in Estación de Cártama
What You'll Find
Location
Parque de la urbanización Los Naranjos, junto al mercadillo de Estación de Cártama, frente a la gasolinera
Estación de Cártama, Malaga, Spain
Get DirectionsHow to get to CártamaEco
The market is held at Parque de la urbanización Los Naranjos in Estación de Cártama, next to the town's regular market and across from a petrol station. More details on the official page. For more street markets in Estación de Cártama, check the full list.
Contact & Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What day is CártamaEco? ▼
CártamaEco runs every Sunday from 10am to 2:30pm. It's a consistent weekly market, so you can rely on the same schedule year-round.
Do I need cash at CártamaEco? ▼
Yes, bring cash. This market operates on a cash-only basis, and card payments are not widely available at stalls.
