Municipal Meat Market of Vilafranca del Penedès
A 19th-century market hall on Plaça del Vall del Castell with 15 stalls selling fresh meat, fish, cheese and produce. Open Monday to Saturday in central Vilafranca del Penedès.
Mercat de la Carn is a municipal market in Vilafranca del Penedès, housed in a catalogued 19th-century building on Plaça del Vall del Castell. The market opened in 1882 and was fully renovated in 2008, when a new intermediate floor doubled its floor space. It is open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 1:30pm and Saturday from 8am to 2pm.
About Mercat de la Carn
The building was designed by Catalan architect Adrià Casademunt i Vidal and is one of the older covered market halls in the Barcelona province. Originally dedicated entirely to meat sales, it now carries a full range of fresh produce across its 15 stalls. The 2008 renovation preserved the historic structure while modernising the facilities, and the market is fully wheelchair accessible.
For a full list of covered markets in the area, see municipal markets in Vilafranca del Penedès.
What to buy at Mercat de la Carn
Meat and poultry remain the market's core, but you'll also find fish and seafood, cheese and dairy, bread and pastries, and fresh fruit and vegetables. Stalls accept cash, contactless card and mobile payments.
The market has a terrace restaurant, La terrassa del Mercat, run by El Cigró d'Or. It serves breakfasts, lunches and dinners Tuesday to Sunday, with dishes based on produce from the market itself.
Opening Hours
Every week — Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, Wednesday
| Day | Hours | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 08:30 – 13:30 | Open |
| Tuesday | 08:30 – 13:30 | Open |
| Wednesday | 08:30 – 13:30 | Open |
| Thursday | 08:30 – 13:30 | Open |
| Friday | 08:30 – 13:30 | Open |
| Saturday | 08:00 – 14:00 | Open |
| Sunday (today) | — | Closed |
Tours & Activities in Vilafranca del Penedès
What You'll Find
Location
Plaça del Vall del Castell, 17, 08720 Vilafranca del Penedès, Barcelona, España
Vilafranca del Penedès, Barcelona, Spain
Get DirectionsHow to get to Mercat de la Carn
The market is at Plaça del Vall del Castell, 17, in central Vilafranca del Penedès. Vilafranca is around 50 km southwest of Barcelona and is served by the R4 train line from Passeig de Gràcia and Barcelona Sants. The walk from the train station to the market takes about 10 minutes. Street parking is available nearby.
Facilities & Accessibility
Contact & Details
Phone: +34938920562
Stalls: 15
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the opening hours of Mercat de la Carn? ▼
The market is open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 1:30pm and Saturday from 8am to 2pm. It is closed on Sundays.
Is there a restaurant at Mercat de la Carn? ▼
Yes. La terrassa del Mercat is a terrace restaurant at the market run by El Cigró d'Or, serving breakfasts, lunches and dinners Tuesday to Sunday using produce sourced from the market stalls.
