Markets in El Álamo
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The medieval market in El Álamo is the town's defining event, drawing over 40,000 visitors a day since its founding in 1996. Known as the Gran Feria Medieval, it is one of the most attended markets in the Community of Madrid, with stalls selling handicrafts, clothing, and antiques alongside live craft demonstrations including pottery making.
Where to stay in El Álamo
El Álamo is a small town, so your best bet is to stay centrally near Town Centre, where you can easily walk to the local markets and main amenities. If you prefer more options, the nearby city of Móstoles is just a short drive away and offers a broader choice of accommodation.
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Street markets in El Álamo
The El Álamo Medieval Market runs weekly along C. de las Escuelas, with stalls lining the street from the early evening through to midnight. Artisans in period costume work the stalls and demonstrate traditional skills, giving the market a distinctive atmosphere compared to daytime fairs elsewhere in Madrid province. Products include handmade crafts, antique goods, and clothing. Full details on dates and hours are available on the Ayuntamiento de El Álamo website.
If you want to explore more markets in the area, nearby Navalcarnero has regular weekly stalls worth combining with a trip to El Álamo.
What day is the market in El Álamo?
The El Álamo Medieval Market runs on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 11am until midnight, along C. de las Escuelas. It trades seasonally between May and September, drawing over 40,000 visitors a day for handicrafts, antiques and clothing stalls with artisans working in period costume.
What can you buy at El Álamo market?
The El Álamo Medieval Market sells handicrafts, antiques and clothing, alongside live craft demonstrations including pottery making. Stalls line C. de las Escuelas from Monday to Wednesday during the market's May to September season, with artisans working in period costume.
How many markets are there in El Álamo?
El Álamo has one market, the El Álamo Medieval Market, a street market that has run since 1996. It sets up along C. de las Escuelas on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from May to September, drawing over 40,000 visitors a day at its peak.