San Clemente Municipal Market

San Clemente has held a market tradition since 1476, when Queen Isabella the Catholic granted the town a Royal Privilege to hold a free market. Today's Mercado de Abastos continues that tradition in a permanent indoor hall, fitting for a town designated as a Historic-Artistic Complex since 1980.

The market is small and easy to navigate, with each of its 12 stalls focused on a specific product. Mornings are the busiest time, when locals shop for the day's groceries. The building has wheelchair access and accepts cash, contactless, and mobile payments.

You'll find the full range of daily staples across the stalls: fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, fish and seafood, cheese and dairy, and freshly baked bread. For more options across the region, browse municipal markets in San Clemente or explore all markets in Cuenca province.

San Clemente is a small town, so staying central is your best bet. Look for accommodation around Plaza Mayor or the old town, where you can easily walk to the municipal market and the main sights.

If you prefer something with more facilities, the nearby town centre has a handful of guesthouses and small hotels that offer comfortable, no-fuss stays at reasonable prices.

The market is in the town centre of San Clemente, at 16600 San Clemente, Cuenca. Regional bus services connect the town to Cuenca city and surrounding municipalities. If arriving by car, street parking is available near the town centre.