Municipal Markets in Durango
Biscay Province, Basque Country · 1 municipal markets
Municipal markets in Durango centre on El Mercado, a 25-stall covered hall that trades on Tuesdays and Fridays. You'll find bread, cheese, fish, meat and fresh fruit and vegetables under one roof, from 07:30 to 2pm on trading days.
Tips for visiting
Visit soon after opening, ideally by 8am, when the fish and meat counters are still fully stocked. For Durango's weekly stalls in the open air, see the street markets in this city, or browse Biscay's other markets.
All Municipal Markets in Durango
Where to stay in Durango
El Mercado opens at 07:30 and closes by 2pm on its two trading days. Town Centre keeps you within walking distance of the market square. For more comfort, look into Ezkurdi, or check Hotel Kurutziaga, close to the historic core. El Mercado doesn't trade on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays or weekends.
Is El Mercado free to enter?
Yes, El Mercado is free to enter, and you only pay for what you buy from its 25 stalls. Traders sell bread, cheese, fish, meat and fresh fruit and vegetables, with no admission charged on either trading day, Tuesday or Friday.
What time does El Mercado open?
El Mercado opens at 07:30 and closes at 2pm on its two trading days, Tuesday and Friday. It's the only municipal market in Durango, with 25 stalls selling bread, cheese, fish, meat and fresh produce, so arriving soon after opening gives you the best selection before the counters run low.
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