Castro-Urdiales Street Market
Weekly Thursday market with around 25 stalls on Calle Leonardo Rucabado. Fresh produce, clothing, footwear, and handicrafts from 9:30 to 14:00.
Castro-Urdiales Street Market sets up every Thursday from 9:30 to 14:00 on Calle Leonardo Rucabado in Castro-Urdiales, eastern Cantabria. Known locally as "los jueveros", this open-air market has around 25 stalls spread along the street. Both cash and card payments are accepted at most stalls. Get there before 11:00 for the best selection, as stallholders start packing up around midday.
What you'll find
The stalls cover a mix of fresh produce and everyday goods. You'll find locally grown fruit and vegetables alongside clothing, footwear, and leather goods. Handicrafts and household items round out the selection. Castro-Urdiales sits close to the Basque Country border, so you'll sometimes spot produce from both regions.
Opening Hours
Every week — Thursday
| Day | Hours | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | — | Closed |
| Tuesday (today) | — | Closed |
| Wednesday | — | Closed |
| Thursday | 09:30 – 14:00 | Open |
| Friday | — | Closed |
| Saturday | — | Closed |
| Sunday | — | Closed |
Tours & Activities in Castro-Urdiales
What You'll Find
Location
C. Leonardo Rucabado, 39700 Castro-Urdiales, Cantabria, España
Castro-Urdiales, Cantabria, Spain
Get DirectionsHow to get to Castro-Urdiales Street Market
The market lines Calle Leonardo Rucabado, a short walk from the old town, the medieval castle, and the fishing port. It moved here in 2018 from Plaza Hermandad de las Marismas. Street parking is available on nearby roads, with better availability before 11:00.
Regional buses connect Castro-Urdiales with Santander and Bilbao. For more options in the area, check the street markets in Castro-Urdiales page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What day is Castro-Urdiales Street Market? ▼
The mercadillo de Castro-Urdiales runs every Thursday from 9:30 to 14:00. It's a weekly fixture year-round, rain or shine.
What can you buy at Castro-Urdiales Street Market? ▼
Fresh fruit and vegetables from local growers, plus clothing, footwear, leather goods, and handicrafts. The market is compact with around 25 stalls, so you can browse everything in under an hour.
Where is Castro-Urdiales Street Market located? ▼
On Calle Leonardo Rucabado in the centre of Castro-Urdiales, close to the historic quarter and fishing port. The market moved to this spot in 2018 from Plaza Hermandad de las Marismas.