Markets in Castelló d'Empúries
Girona, Catalonia
The markt Castelló d'Empúries offers three weekly street markets spread across the town and its coastal district of Empuriabrava. The largest is the Tuesday market at Plaça Joan Alsina, with around 25 stalls selling fresh fruit and vegetables, flowers, bread and clothing in the shadow of the Gothic Basilica of Santa Maria. Alongside it, a dedicated organic market and a second weekly market in Empuriabrava round out the options for locals and visitors alike.
Weekly Market Schedule
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Where to stay in Castelló d'Empúries
Staying in the Old Town puts you within easy walking distance of the main market square and the medieval streets around the church. It's a compact, atmospheric base that makes getting around on foot simple.
If you prefer more amenities, the nearby resort town of Empuriabrava has a good spread of hotels and apartments, and it's just a short drive into Castelló d'Empúries for market days. Try Empuriabrava for more options, especially if you're travelling with family or staying for a few days.
Tours & Activities in Castelló d'Empúries
Street markets in Castelló d'Empúries
The Castelló d'Empuries Weekly Market runs on Tuesday mornings at Plaça Joan Alsina in the medieval centre of town. With 25 stalls indoors, it is the largest market in the municipality and the best place to pick up fresh produce, flowers, pastries and clothing in one stop. The best selection tends to be before 11am.
The Castelló d'Empúries Organic Market is an outdoor weekly market focused on sustainable and locally sourced goods. Stalls carry fresh fruit and vegetables, organic produce, cheese and dairy, and bread and pastries, making it a good choice if you want to shop with provenance in mind.
Empuriabrava Weekly Market serves the marina district of Empuriabrava and runs outdoors each week. Stalls here lean toward fresh food, with meat and poultry, fish and seafood, cheese and dairy, and fresh fruit and vegetables all available. It suits visitors staying along the coast who want to shop close to where they are based.
Castelló d'Empúries sits in the Girona province, within easy reach of other market towns. Roses and Figueres both hold well-established weekly markets worth combining into a broader Alt Empordà market day. For official local information, the Castelló d'Empúries town hall publishes schedule updates and seasonal event notices.
