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Medieval Market of Portugalete

Portugalete, Biscay Province, Basque Country

Street Market Featured
Mon Closed
Tue Closed
Wed 09:00 – 14:00
Thu 09:00 – 14:00
Fri 09:00 – 14:00
Sat 09:00 – 14:00
Sun Closed

At a Glance

Setting
Outdoor
Location
Portugalete, Biscay Province
Updated 7 June 2026 Verified information

Runs Wednesday to Saturday from 9am to 2pm, May to September. A medieval-themed market selling handicrafts and prepared foods in Portugalete's historic centre.

Medieval Market of Portugalete sets up every Wednesday to Saturday from 9am to 2pm, from May to September, in Portugalete, in the Basque Country. Located at the Basílica de Santa María and Plaza de la Ranchería, this outdoor market focuses on handicrafts and prepared foods with a medieval theme.

What you'll find at Medieval Market of Portugalete

You'll find a range of handmade crafts and artisan goods across the stalls. The market also features prepared foods, so you can pick up lunch while browsing for unique items.

Where to stay in Portugalete

Portugalete is a small town, so your best bet is to stay right in the Town Centre, where you'll be within easy walking distance of the medieval market and the famous Vizcaya Bridge. For more options, the nearby city of Bilbao is just a short metro ride away and has accommodation to suit every budget.

If you do want to stay local, Hotel Conde is a solid choice, putting you right at the heart of things. Either way, the metro connection between Bilbao and Portugalete makes it easy to base yourself in either place without missing a thing.

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Opening Hours

Every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday (May–Sep only)

Day Hours Status
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 09:00 – 14:00 Open
Thursday 09:00 – 14:00 Open
Friday 09:00 – 14:00 Open
Saturday 09:00 – 14:00 Open
Sunday Closed

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What You'll Find

Handicrafts Prepared Foods

Location

Basílica de Santa María and Plaza de la Ranchería, Portugalete

Portugalete, Biscay Province, Spain

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How to get to Medieval Market of Portugalete

The market is held at Basílica de Santa María and Plaza de la Ranchería in central Portugalete. For more details on what else is available in the area, check out street markets in Portugalete or visit the official page.

Contact & Details

What day is Medieval Market of Portugalete?

The Medieval Market of Portugalete runs every Wednesday to Saturday from 9am to 2pm, from May to September. Stalls set up at the Basílica de Santa María and Plaza de la Ranchería in central Portugalete, selling handicrafts and prepared foods with a medieval theme.

What months does the Medieval Market of Portugalete run?

The Medieval Market of Portugalete only trades between May and September, so it is closed for the rest of the year. During those months it runs every Wednesday to Saturday from 9am to 2pm at the Basílica de Santa María and Plaza de la Ranchería, but visitors to Portugalete outside that window will find the square empty.

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