Orihuela Ecological Market

The stalls are organic produce and little else: seasonal vegetables and fruit grown without synthetic pesticides, plus bread and bakery items. It is a food market rather than a general street market, so there is no clothing or household aisle to work through before you reach the vegetables.

Staying in Orihuela City Centre puts you close to the market and within easy walking distance of the old town's shops and cafes. The Hotel Rey Teodomiro is a solid choice, well-placed and comfortable for a short stay.

If you prefer a quieter base, the area around Orihuela Costa is worth considering, especially if you're combining the market with a day at the coast. Either way, Orihuela is compact enough that getting around is straightforward.

The market sets up outdoors in Orihuela, in the Vega Baja of Alicante province. We hold no confirmed pitch for it, so check the official page for the exact spot and for any change to the Saturday session before you travel.