Gran Square Market
The Mercat de la Plaça Gran, known locally as El Rengle, is a Catalan Modernist market in Mataró's historic centre with 25 stalls selling fresh produce, fish, meat and dairy.
Mercat de la Plaça Gran is a compact indoor market in the heart of Mataró, housed in a Catalan Modernist building that dates to 1891 and was later reformed by architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch. Known locally as El Rengle, the market sits directly on Plaça Gran, one of the city's most recognisable central squares. It opens Tuesday and Wednesday from 8am to 2pm, and Thursday to Saturday from 8am to 1:30pm.
What to buy
With 25 stalls, you'll find a solid range of fresh food: fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, fish and seafood, cheese and dairy, and bread from local bakeries. The stalls face outwards onto the street, making it easy to browse as you pass through the square. Arrive before 11am for the freshest pick of the day's fish and produce.
Opening Hours
Every week — Friday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, Wednesday
| Day | Hours | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | — | Closed |
| Tuesday | 08:00 – 14:00 | Open |
| Wednesday | 08:00 – 14:00 | Open |
| Thursday | 08:00 – 13:30 | Open |
| Friday | 08:00 – 13:30 | Open |
| Saturday | 08:00 – 13:30 | Open |
| Sunday (today) | — | Closed |
Tours & Activities in Mataró
What You'll Find
Location
How to get to Mercat de la Plaça Gran
The market is on Plaça Gran, s/n in Mataró's city centre. It's one of four covered municipal markets in Mataró, all within easy reach of each other. Mataró train station is around a 10-minute walk, with R1 services running regularly to Barcelona and other coastal towns. Street parking near the historic centre is limited, so arriving by train or on foot is the easier option.
Facilities & Accessibility
Contact & Details
Phone: +34937582131
Stalls: 25
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the Mercat de la Plaça Gran open? ▼
The market is open Tuesday and Wednesday from 8am to 2pm, and Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 8am to 1:30pm. It is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
What is the Mercat de la Plaça Gran known for? ▼
El Rengle is a Catalan Modernist landmark built in 1891. Architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch reformed the building in 1893, giving it a distinctive semicylindrical roof with ceramic coverings, exposed brick, and decorative wrought iron details. It's one of the most characterful market buildings in the Maresme region.
Can you eat at the Mercat de la Plaça Gran? ▼
The market focuses on fresh produce for home cooking rather than prepared food. Pick up ingredients from the fish, meat, cheese and bakery stalls. For cafés and restaurants, the surrounding streets of Mataró's historic centre have plenty of options nearby.
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