Martes Mayor (Market Fair)

Martes Mayor sets up every Tuesday morning in Plaza del Buen Alcalde in Ciudad Rodrigo, a historic town in Salamanca province. It's one of the street markets in Ciudad Rodrigo, running from 9am to 2pm and selling fresh local produce, meat, poultry, fish, cheese and bread.

What you'll find at Martes Mayor

You'll find fresh fruit and vegetables from local growers, alongside meat, poultry, fish and seafood from regional suppliers, plus artisan cheese, dairy and freshly baked bread.

How to get to Martes Mayor

The market is located at Plaza del Buen Alcalde in the heart of Ciudad Rodrigo, easily accessible on foot from the town centre. More details are on the official page.

Where to stay in Ciudad Rodrigo

Staying within the old walled city puts you right at the heart of the action during Martes Mayor, and you can walk to the market stalls in minutes. The Ciudad Rodrigo Old Town has a good range of small hotels and guesthouses to suit most budgets.

For something with a bit more character, the Parador de Ciudad Rodrigo is a converted medieval castle that makes the whole trip feel special. It sits just inside the city walls, so you are never far from the festivities.

What day is Martes Mayor?

Martes Mayor runs every Tuesday from 9am to 2pm. It's a consistent weekly market, so you can rely on it being there every Tuesday morning when you visit Ciudad Rodrigo.

Is Martes Mayor outdoors?

Yes, Martes Mayor is an outdoor market, set up in Plaza del Buen Alcalde in Ciudad Rodrigo. Stalls line the square from 9am to 2pm every Tuesday, with no indoor hall at this location.