Markets in Palafrugell
Girona, Catalonia
Palafrugell market visitors have five markets to choose from, ranging from a permanent indoor meat hall to open-air craft and artisan events held on summer evenings. All five markets run on a weekly schedule, so there is something on most days if you plan your visit carefully. The town sits in the Baix Empordà district of the Girona province, and its market offer reflects the produce-rich hinterland of the Costa Brava.
Weekly Market Schedule
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — |
MondayNo markets▼
Tuesday2markets▼
Wednesday2markets▼
Thursday2markets▼
Friday2markets▼
Saturday3markets▼
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Where to stay in Palafrugell
Staying in Palafrugell Town Centre puts you within easy walking distance of the weekly market and the daily covered market, so you won't need a car to get around. It's a compact, unhurried town, and most accommodation here is small and family-run.
If you prefer to be closer to the coast, the nearby resort of Calella de Palafrugell is just a few kilometres away and has a good selection of hotels and apartments. From there, you can easily hop into Palafrugell for market days and then head back to the sea in the afternoon.
Tours & Activities in Palafrugell
Municipal markets in Palafrugell
The Pi i Margall Municipal Meat Market is Palafrugell's permanent covered hall, with 15 indoor stalls trading weekly. The range covers meat and poultry, fish and seafood, and local cheeses and dairy, making it a practical stop for self-catering visitors staying in the area. Being indoors, it operates regardless of weather and is a reliable option when the outdoor markets are not running.
Street markets in Palafrugell
The Palafrugell Weekly Market is the largest street market in town, with around 40 stalls selling fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, cheese and dairy, and clothing. It draws a broad crowd and is worth arriving at early if you want the best pick of the produce stalls.
The Palafrugell Market is a slightly smaller weekly street event with 25 stalls, stocking fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, fish and seafood, and dairy. Its fish and seafood offer sets it apart from the bigger weekly market, which does not carry fish.
The Llafranc Night Craft Market and the Palafrugell Saturday Evening Artisan Market both focus on handmade goods rather than food. The Saturday evening market also carries jewellery and footwear alongside handicrafts, making it a useful option for visitors looking for something beyond produce.
For current opening times and any seasonal changes, the Palafrugell tourism website publishes official market details.
Palafrugell Market
Every week — Friday, Sunday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, Wednesday
Palafrugell Weekly Market
Every week — Sunday
Llafranc Night Craft Market
Schedule not available
Palafrugell Saturday Evening Artisan Market
Every week — Saturday
Exploring the area
La Bisbal d'Empordà is about 15 kilometres inland and holds a Friday market well known for ceramics and local crafts. The village of Pals also runs a small weekly market and is a short drive from Palafrugell through the Empordà countryside.