Markets in La Matanza de Acentejo
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands
The mercadillo de La Matanza draws visitors to this wine-producing town in the north of Tenerife every week, with two outdoor markets between them offering fresh fruit, vegetables, local wines, honey and handmade crafts. La Matanza de Acentejo sits at around 500 metres above sea level, and its cooler climate supports the vineyards that make this corner of Santa Cruz de Tenerife particularly worth a visit. Nearby towns such as La Orotava also hold regular markets if you want to combine trips.
Weekly Market Schedule
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Where to stay in La Matanza de Acentejo
La Matanza de Acentejo is a small town, so your best bet is to stay in the town centre, where you'll be within easy reach of the local markets and daily life. Alternatively, the nearby northern Tenerife coast gives you more accommodation options while keeping you a short drive away.
If you want more choice, staying in Puerto de la Cruz makes a practical base, with good road links up into the hills and plenty of places to eat and sleep after a morning at the markets.
Tours & Activities in La Matanza de Acentejo
Municipal markets in La Matanza de Acentejo
The La Matanza de Acentejo Farmers Wine and Crafts Market is the town's municipal market, running weekly with 25 outdoor stalls. Produce here focuses on fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, wine and spirits, local honey and handicrafts, reflecting the agricultural character of the surrounding land. For more information about local events and facilities, visit the Ayuntamiento de La Matanza de Acentejo.
Street markets in La Matanza de Acentejo
The La Matanza de Acentejo Farmers, Wine and Crafts Market is the larger of the two, with 50 outdoor stalls running on a weekly schedule. It sells fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, cheese and dairy, bread and pastries, and handicrafts, making it a good one-stop stop for local food shopping and browsing artisan goods.
