Markets in the Province of Biscay Province
Basque Country, Spain · 86 markets across 23 cities
Biscay has 86 markets on record across 23 towns and cities, and the split between two kinds decides how you plan a morning. Seventy are street markets, trading on a set day rather than daily. The other 16 are municipal, permanent halls with fixed counters rather than a weekly set-up, so they are not tied to one day of the week the way a street pitch is.
Saturday is the busiest day here, with 31 of the 86 trading, against 17 on a Sunday. Friday is close behind on 25 and Thursday on 22, then Monday on 20, Wednesday on 19 and Tuesday on 17. If you are basing yourself in one town for a few days, that pattern is worth knowing: something trades somewhere in the province every day, but Friday and Saturday give you the widest choice.
Bilbao accounts for 16 of the total, twice as many as anywhere else. Portugalete has 8, Mungia 7, San Vicente de Barakaldo 6, and Amorebieta-Etxano and Gernika-Lumo 5 each. Algorta, Basauri, Durango and Ermua have 4 apiece, and Arizgoiti and Santurtzi 3. Biscay is part of the Basque Country.
Cities with Markets
Bilbao
16 marketsPortugalete
8 marketsMungia
7 marketsSan Vicente de Barakaldo
6 marketsAmorebieta-Etxano
5 marketsGernika-Lumo
5 marketsAlgorta
4 marketsBasauri
4 marketsDurango
4 marketsErmua
4 marketsArizgoiti
3 marketsSanturtzi
3 marketsAstrabudua
2 marketsBarakaldo
2 marketsBermeo
2 marketsErandio
2 marketsGaldakao
2 marketsSestao
2 marketsAltzaga
1 marketGallarta
1 marketLeioa
1 marketValle de Trapaga / Trapagaran
1 marketZuloaga
1 marketAll Markets in Biscay Province
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Abando de Labayru Market
Indoor neighbourhood market in Bilbao's Errekalde district with 25 stalls. Open Monday to Saturday from 8am, selling fresh fish, meat, fruit and dairy.
Open now · Every week on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, WednesdayAldeanas Market
FeaturedRuns every Tuesday from 9am to 2pm. This outdoor market in Portugalete specializes in fresh produce and organic products.
Every week on TuesdayAldeanas Market
One of the oldest producer markets in the Basque Country, Aldeanas Market has traded at Plaza del Solar in Portugalete since 1459, with 25 stalls of local farmers selling direct.
Every week on Saturday, ThursdayAlgorta Gypsy Market
FeaturedRuns every Wednesday and Saturday from 8am to 3pm. This indoor market in Algorta features 128 stalls selling clothing, footwear, jewelry and textiles.
Every week on Wednesday, SaturdayAlgorta Street Market
Open-air market every Wednesday and Saturday morning on Calle Kasune. Around 30 stalls with clothing, footwear, jewellery, and handicrafts.
Every week on Saturday, WednesdayAmorebieta-Etxano Weekly Market
FeaturedRuns every Sunday from 8am to 12pm with 60 stalls selling fresh produce, meat, clothing, jewelry and handicrafts. Bring cash — most stalls don't take cards.
Every week on SundayAnsio Thursday Market
FeaturedRuns every Thursday from 9am to 2pm at the Recinto Ferial de Ansio in Barakaldo. A major outdoor market with 100 stalls selling clothing, footwear and leather goods.
Every week on ThursdayArenal Street Market
Sunday market on Paseo del Arenal with around 32 stalls selling flowers, fresh produce, antiques and handicrafts. Open 8am to 2pm.
Every week on SundayArizgoiti Market Plaza
An indoor municipal market in Arizgoiti serving Basauri with fresh produce, meat, fish and dairy products. Offers wheelchair accessibility and around twenty merchants selling traditional market goods.
Every week on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, WednesdayArizgoiti Solidarity Market
FeaturedRuns every Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 2pm. Local artisans sell handmade crafts at this community-focused market.
Every week on Saturday, SundayArrain Azoka (Fish Fair)
FeaturedArrain Azoka is a fish fair in Bermeo with 30 stalls selling fresh seafood, prepared foods and local handicrafts. Bring cash.
Schedule not availableArtisans Fair Basauri
FeaturedArtisans Fair Basauri celebrates local craftsmanship with handmade goods and traditional artisan work. An outdoor market focused on quality handicrafts.
Schedule not availableAstrabudua Friday Market
FeaturedRuns every Friday from 9am to 2pm with 50 stalls of clothing, footwear, and handicrafts across Calle Madaripe and Plaza Josu Murueta.
Open now · Every week on FridayB
Barakaldo Cruces Monday Market
FeaturedRuns every Monday from 9am to 2pm in Barakaldo's Cruces neighbourhood. A 50-stall outdoor market selling fresh produce, clothing, footwear and handicrafts.
Every week on MondayBarakaldo Wednesday Street Market
Weekly Wednesday market in the Cruces neighbourhood of Barakaldo, with stalls selling clothing, footwear and flowers.
Every week on WednesdayBarakaldo Weekly Market
FeaturedRuns every Thursday from 9am to 2pm at the Recinto ferial de Ansio. Find clothing, footwear, and handicrafts.
Every week on ThursdayBasauri Komik Azoka
FeaturedBasauri's dedicated comic book market showcasing second-hand and collectible titles. Schedule varies, so check ahead before visiting.
Schedule not availableBasauri Street Market
FeaturedRuns every Wednesday and Friday from 9am to 2pm in Basauri. This outdoor market offers fresh produce, meat, fish, and clothing.
Open now · Every week on Wednesday, FridayBermeo Weekly Market
FeaturedRuns every Tuesday from 9am to 2pm in Bermeo's Plaza del Ayuntamiento. A 48-stall weekly market selling fresh produce, clothing, and leather goods.
Every week on TuesdayBilbao Flower Market
Bilbao's flower market on Zingira Kalea in Ibaiondo, open Sundays 9am to 2pm. An indoor, wheelchair-accessible hall of cut flowers and potted plants, cash or card.
Every week on SundayBilbao La Vieja Flea Market
FeaturedRuns every Saturday from 10am to 3pm at Plaza Corazón de María. This flea market features 50 stalls selling antiques, vintage clothing, jewelry and books.
Every week on SaturdayBolueta Street Market
Sunday-only street market on Telleria Kalea in Bolueta, 9am to 2pm, with around 25 stalls of clothing, footwear, books and handicrafts. Cash only, level access.
Every week on SundayC
Carlton Market
A 25-stall indoor market in Bilbao's Abando district, open Monday to Saturday. You'll find fresh fish, meat, vegetables, cheese, bread and prepared foods.
Open now · Every week on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, WednesdayCasco Viejo Market
A municipal market in Bilbao's historic quarter operating twice weekly. Vendors sell fresh produce, meat, seafood and dairy products on Fridays and Sundays.
Open now · Every week on Friday, SundayChristmas Market - Manuela Egiguren Association
FeaturedA seasonal Christmas market in Arizgoiti featuring local handicrafts and artisan goods. Bring cash — all stalls are cash only.
Schedule not availableD
Deusto Municipal Market
A 30-stall indoor food market serving the Deusto neighbourhood of Bilbao, with fresh fish, meat, fruit, vegetables, cheese and bread. Open Monday to Saturday.
Open now · Every week on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, WednesdayDomingo Alegría Plaza Market
Weekly Monday market with around 15 stalls selling fresh local produce from the Busturialdea region.
Every week on MondayDominical Street Market
Weekly Sunday market in Bilbao's Ibaiondo neighbourhood. Around 25 stalls selling clothing, footwear, handicrafts and books from 9am to 2pm.
Every week on SundayDos de Mayo Street Market
FeaturedRuns every Saturday from 10am to 3pm in Bilbao La Vieja. A neighborhood favorite for antiques, vintage clothing and handmade goods.
Every week on SaturdayDurango Market
FeaturedDurango Market sets up in Plaza de Durango with fresh fruits, vegetables, cheese, bread and handicrafts. Bring cash for purchases.
Schedule not availableDurango Weekly Market
FeaturedRuns every Saturday from 8:30am to 1:30pm at Escuela de Música. A neighbourhood market selling fresh produce, fish, meat, cheese and baked goods.
Every week on SaturdayDurangoko Azoka
FeaturedRuns every Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 2pm. Durangoko Azoka is a large indoor market with 285 stalls.
Open now · Every week on Monday, Friday, Saturday, SundayE
El Mercado
El Mercado is Durango's indoor municipal market with 25 stalls selling fresh produce, fish from the Bay of Biscay, meat, cheese and bread. Open Tuesdays and Fridays from 7:30am to 2pm.
Open now · Every week on Tuesday, FridayErandio Street Market
Open-air Monday market in Altzaga, Erandio, with around 25 stalls selling clothing, footwear, and handmade items. Runs from 8am to 3pm. Bring cash.
Every week on MondayErandio Weekly Market
FeaturedRuns every Monday from 9am to 2pm. A weekly market with 50 stalls offering fresh produce, fish, meat, cheese, and clothing.
Every week on MondayErmua Street Market
Weekly Friday market in Ermua with around 25 stalls selling clothing, footwear and handicrafts. Open 8am to 1pm, cash only.
Open now · Every week on FridayF
Farmstead Products Fair
FeaturedRuns every Thursday from 9am to 2pm. A weekly farmstead market showcasing fresh local produce and artisan goods.
Every week on ThursdayFeria Agrícola de Portugalete
FeaturedFeria Agrícola de Portugalete brings together 40 stalls of local producers selling fresh fruits, vegetables, cheese, bread and organic goods.
Schedule not availableFeria de los Sabores y Artesanía (Flavours and Crafts Fair)
FeaturedA seasonal fair celebrating local food and handmade crafts in Ermua. Schedule varies annually, so check ahead before planning your visit.
Schedule not availableFeria de Oportunidades (Opportunities Fair)
FeaturedRuns every Friday to Sunday from 9am to 2pm. This outdoor fair focuses on clothing, footwear and leather goods.
Open now · Every week on Friday, Saturday, SundayFolklore Azoka
FeaturedFolklore Azoka celebrates traditional handicrafts and local artisan work in Portugalete. A showcase for handmade goods and cultural craftsmanship.
Schedule not availableG
Galdakao Agricultural and Craft Fair
FeaturedRuns every Saturday from 9am to 2pm at Kurtzeko Plaza. A traditional agricultural fair with 22 stalls of fresh produce, organic goods and regional crafts.
Every week on SaturdayGaldakao Weekly Market
FeaturedWeekly market in Galdakao's Iturrondo Plaza with 20 stalls. Browse fresh produce, meat, clothing, flowers and local handicrafts.
Every week on SaturdayGallarta Street Market
Weekly Thursday market with around 15 stalls selling clothing, footwear, and handicrafts on Doctor Areilza Etxetaldea.
Every week on ThursdayGernika First Monday of October Fair
FeaturedRuns every Monday from 9am to 2pm in Gernika-Lumo, this outdoor market specializes in fresh produce, cheese and seasonal flowers.
Every week on MondayGernika First Saturday Special Markets
FeaturedRuns every Saturday from 9am to 2pm. Local cheese, dairy, fruit, vegetables and prepared foods in Gernika-Lumo.
Every week on SaturdayGernika Last Monday of October Fair
FeaturedRuns every Monday from 9am to 2pm in Gernika-Lumo. With 310 stalls, this is one of the largest regular markets in the region.
Every week on MondayGernika-Lumo Monday Market
FeaturedRuns every Monday from 9am to 2pm at Foru Plaza. A 100-stall market selling fresh fruits, vegetables, cheese, dairy and flowers.
Every week on MondayGure Lurreko Merkatua
FeaturedRuns every Saturday from 9am to 2pm in Algorta. A weekly outdoor market focused on local produce and artisan foods.
Every week on SaturdayGure Lurreko Merkatua Basauri
FeaturedRuns every Wednesday from 4:30pm to 8pm in Plaza Pedro López Cortázar. A small local market focused on fresh produce and organic goods.
Every week on WednesdayGure Lurreko Merkatua Farmers Market
FeaturedA 15-stall open-air farmers market under the Tinglados del Arenal in Parque del Arenal, Bilbao, running Saturdays from 10am to 2pm with fresh, local and organic produce.
Every week on SaturdayL
La Ribera Market
FeaturedThe Mercado de la Ribera is Europe's largest covered food market, a 10,000 sq metre Art Deco hall in Bilbao's Casco Viejo with three floors of fresh fish, meat and produce.
Open now · Every week on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, WednesdayLasesarre Market
Indoor municipal market on Cervantes Kalea in San Vicente de Barakaldo with 25 stalls selling fresh produce, meat, fish, cheese and bread. Open Monday to Saturday.
Open now · Every week on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, WednesdayLivestock and Craft Fair
FeaturedRuns every Sunday from 10am to 3pm in the Boroa neighborhood. A traditional livestock and craft fair showcasing local meat, poultry and artisan goods.
Every week on SundayM
Mamariga Market Plaza
A small indoor municipal market in Santurtzi's Mamariga neighbourhood, with 15 stalls selling fresh fish, meat, vegetables, and Basque dairy. Open Monday to Saturday.
Open now · Every week on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, WednesdayMedieval Market of Barakaldo
FeaturedRuns every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 2pm. A medieval-themed market featuring handicrafts, prepared foods, and plants.
Open now · Every week on Friday, Saturday, Sunday (May–Sep only)Medieval Market of Portugalete
FeaturedRuns Wednesday to Saturday from 9am to 2pm. A medieval-themed market selling handicrafts and prepared foods in Portugalete's historic center.
Open now · Every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday (May–Sep only)MUME Music Market
FeaturedRuns every Sunday from 11am to 7pm. This indoor market in Bilbao's Deusto neighbourhood combines music memorabilia with general goods, clothing, and fresh produce.
Every week on SundayMungia Christmas Craft Fair
FeaturedMungia's Christmas craft fair features 12 stalls selling handmade gifts, decorations and seasonal crafts. A seasonal event celebrating local artisan work.
Schedule not availableMungia Collectors Christmas Fair
FeaturedA seasonal antiques and collectors' fair in Mungia, bringing together dealers offering vintage finds and collectible items. Schedule varies yearly.
Schedule not availableMungia Collectors Fair
FeaturedA specialist collectors fair focused on antiques and collectible items in Mungia, Biscay. Schedule varies by year, so confirm dates locally.
Schedule not availableMungia Livestock Fair
FeaturedRuns every Sunday from 9am to 2pm at the Mungia fairground. A long-established livestock and general market with fresh produce and clothing stalls.
Every week on SundayMungia San Antón Fair
FeaturedMungia's San Antón Fair celebrates local crafts and fresh produce in the heart of this Basque town. A traditional gathering for handmade goods and seasonal items.
Schedule not availableMungia San Pedro Fair
FeaturedMungia's San Pedro Fair offers fresh produce and organic goods from local growers. Bring cash as stalls don't accept cards.
Schedule not availableMungia Weekly Market
FeaturedRuns every Friday from 9am to 2pm at Plaza del Mercado. A 20-stall weekly market focused on fresh produce and organic goods.
Open now · Every week on FridayP
Pancorbo Street Market
Weekly Tuesday market with clothing, footwear, leather goods, and local handicrafts on Etxegorri Kalea in Astrabudua.
Every week on TuesdayPortugalete Municipal Market
Small indoor market in Uga village, Lanzarote, open Saturday and Sunday 9am-2pm. Eight stalls sell local zero-km produce, artisan food, and handmade crafts.
Every week on Sunday, SaturdayPortugalete Municipal Market
A compact covered market with 25 stalls in central Portugalete, open Monday to Saturday from 8am to noon. Fresh seafood, Basque cheeses, and daily produce.
Open now · Every week on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, WednesdayPortugalete Weekly Market
FeaturedRuns every Thursday and Saturday from 9am to 2pm in Calle Ramón y Cajal with 80 stalls of clothing, footwear, jewelry and handicrafts.
Every week on Thursday, SaturdayS
San Lorenzo Market
FeaturedSan Lorenzo Market sets up in the plazas of central Algorta with fresh produce, cheese, meat, bread and organic goods. Bring cash.
Schedule not availableSan Martín Azoka
FeaturedRuns every Saturday from 9am to 2pm in Plaza Cardenal Orbe. A 30-stall community market with fresh produce, local cheese, and crafts.
Every week on SaturdaySan Vicente Barakaldo Market
A covered indoor market on Calle Juntas Generales in San Vicente de Barakaldo, open Monday to Saturday 8am to 3pm with 25 stalls selling fresh produce, fish, meat and dairy.
Open now · Every week on Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, WednesdaySan Vicente Creativity Market
FeaturedAn outdoor market celebrating handmade goods and local creativity in San Vicente de Barakaldo. Features handicrafts, jewelry, flowers and clothing from independent makers.
Schedule not availableSantiago Fair of Amorebieta
FeaturedRuns every Thursday from 9am to 2pm. A weekly outdoor market offering fresh produce, clothing and general goods across Amorebieta-Etxano.
Every week on ThursdaySanturtzi Street Market
FeaturedRuns every Tuesday and Friday from 9am to 2pm. Indoor market selling clothing, footwear, jewelry and leather items.
Open now · Every week on Tuesday, FridaySantutxu Market
A covered municipal market in Bilbao's Santutxu neighbourhood, open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 2pm with fresh produce, fish, meat and bakery stalls.
Open now · Every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, SaturdaySestao Medieval Market
FeaturedA seasonal medieval market in Sestao with 70 stalls selling handicrafts and antiques. Schedule varies by year, so check ahead before visiting.
Schedule not availableSestao Municipal Market
FeaturedRuns every Thursday from 9:30am to 1:30pm in Sestao. A local outdoor market offering fresh produce, fish, meat, cheese, bread and clothing.
Every week on ThursdaySunday Clearance Market
FeaturedRuns every Sunday from 10am to 3pm in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento porticoes, selling discounted clothing and footwear.
Every week on SundayZ
Zorrozaurre Street Market
Weekly Sunday market in Bilbao's Zorrozaurre area with around 25 stalls selling clothing, footwear, handicrafts and jewellery.
Every week on SundayZuloaga Kalean Market
FeaturedAn outdoor antiques market in Bilbao's Zorrotzaurre district. Specialises in vintage collectibles and antique finds.
Schedule not availableWhen markets open in Biscay
The usual trading window across the province is 09:00 to 14:00, by some distance the commonest pair of times on record. Little here is built around an afternoon visit.
One caveat worth stating plainly: 69 of the 86 have a confirmed trading day, which leaves 17 that do not. For those, check the individual page before you travel rather than assuming a day from the pattern of the rest.
Are markets in Biscay open on Sundays?
Yes, 17 of Biscay's 86 markets trade on a Sunday, which makes it the quietest trading day in the province. Saturday is the busiest with 31, and Friday follows on 25. The usual hours are the same either way, 09:00 to 14:00, so a Sunday visit still means a morning one.
What time do markets in Biscay open?
Markets in Biscay most often open at 09:00 and close at 14:00, the commonest pair of times across all 86 on record. That holds for both the 70 street markets and the 16 municipal halls, so a mid-morning arrival gives you the full run of the stalls. Individual pages carry the confirmed times.
Which town in Biscay has the most markets?
Bilbao has the most markets in Biscay, 16 of the province's 86, twice as many as any other town. Portugalete follows with 8, Mungia with 7 and San Vicente de Barakaldo with 6, then Amorebieta-Etxano and Gernika-Lumo with 5 each. Twenty-three towns in the province have at least one.
How many markets are there in Biscay?
Biscay has 86 markets on record, spread across 23 towns and cities. Seventy are street markets that trade on a set day, and 16 are municipal halls with fixed counters. Sixty-nine of the 86 have a confirmed trading day; for the other 17, check the market's own page before travelling.
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