Street Markets in Viveiro

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Street markets in Viveiro, known locally as mercadillos, run three times a week. The 25-stall Viveiro Weekly Market sets up every Thursday at Praza Maior, and the Viveiro Textile Market trades on Sundays, between them covering fresh produce, seafood, cheese and textiles. A seasonal craft fair also brings artisan goods and handmade items to town.

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Viveiro Craft Fair

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The Viveiro Craft Fair showcases local artisans and handmade goods across general merchandise, clothing, and fresh produce. Schedule to be confirmed.

Schedule not available

Viveiro Textile Market

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Runs every Sunday from 9am to 2pm on the Explanada. This outdoor market specialises in clothing, textiles, footwear and leather goods.

Every week on Sunday

Viveiro Weekly Market

Weekly Thursday market with around 25 stalls selling fresh Galician seafood, produce, cheese, bread, and clothing in Praza Maior.

Every week on Thursday

Tips for visiting

Arrive by 09:00, when the Thursday mercadillo opens at Praza Maior, for the best choice of fresh produce and seafood before stalls start packing up at 14:00. Bring cash, since smaller stalls may not take cards. For the full picture of markets in the city, including municipal ones, see all markets in Viveiro.

Where to stay in Viveiro

Most of Viveiro's street markets set up close to the old town, so staying centrally means you can walk to Praza Maior for the Thursday mercadillo without needing a car. Town Centre puts you within walking distance of the market squares and the medieval streets nearby. If you'd rather book something specific, Hotel Ego is a well-regarded option with a convenient location for exploring on foot. For markets elsewhere in the province, see the Lugo markets page.

Are street markets in Viveiro free to enter?

Yes, entry to street markets in Viveiro is free. You can walk through the Thursday mercadillo at Praza Maior or the Sunday Viveiro Textile Market without paying anything at the gate, and only pay traders directly for whatever you buy. Bring cash, since not every stall takes cards.

What time do street markets in Viveiro open?

Street markets in Viveiro typically open at 09:00 and close by 14:00, the usual hours for the Thursday mercadillo at Praza Maior. The Viveiro Weekly Market runs Thursdays with 25 stalls, and the Viveiro Textile Market trades on Sundays. Arrive by mid-morning for the best choice of produce and textiles.

Is there a mercadillo in Viveiro?

Yes, Viveiro has three street markets, or mercadillos, each week. The largest is the Viveiro Weekly Market, a 25-stall mercadillo held every Thursday at Praza Maior from 09:00 to 14:00, selling fish, cheese, bread and fresh produce. The Viveiro Textile Market adds a second mercadillo on Sundays.