Thursday Market of Vinaròs

Thursday Market of Vinaròs, known locally as the Mercat del Dijous, sets up every Thursday from 8:00 to 14:00 along Passeig de Fora del Forat in Vinaròs. Around 40 stalls line the seafront promenade, selling fresh produce, fish, meat, clothing and bakery goods. Bring cash, and get there early, because the best of the fish goes long before the 14:00 pack-up.

What you'll find at Thursday Market of Vinaròs

The market splits between food and general goods. On the food side you'll find fruit and vegetables, locally caught fish and seafood, meat and poultry, and bread from local bakeries. Vinaròs is known for its langostinos, so keep an eye out at the seafood stalls. The other half covers clothing, textiles and household goods. It's one of two street markets in Vinaròs that run on Thursdays, the neighbouring Mercadillo de Vinaròs leaning more towards clothing and crafts.

How to get to Thursday Market of Vinaròs

The market sets up along Passeig de Fora del Forat, right by the seafront and within easy walking distance of the town centre. Free parking is available nearby, including a large open area just metres from the stalls. Vinaròs railway station is about a 15 minute walk away. You can find more details on the Vinaròs tourism website.

Where to stay in Vinaròs

Vinaròs is a small coastal town, so staying near the centre puts the Thursday market a few minutes' walk away. Town Centre keeps the market, the beach and the harbour all within reach on foot, Hotel Roca is a reliable mid-range choice in the same area, and rooms along the Seafront suit anyone who wants to pair the market with a morning walk by the sea.

What day is the Thursday Market of Vinaròs?

Thursday Market of Vinaròs runs every Thursday from 8:00 to 14:00, all year round, along Passeig de Fora del Forat by the seafront. It is a weekly market, so the day never moves, and the 40 or so stalls start packing away shortly before the 14:00 finish.

What can you buy at the Thursday Market of Vinaròs?

Thursday Market of Vinaròs has around 40 stalls split between fresh food and general goods. The food side covers fruit and vegetables, fish and seafood, meat and poultry, and bread from local bakeries. The rest sells clothing, textiles and everyday household items.

Does the Thursday Market of Vinaròs take cards?

No, Thursday Market of Vinaròs is cash only, so draw money out before you arrive. The nearest cash machines are in the town centre, a few minutes' walk from Passeig de Fora del Forat, and there is no card payment anywhere on the market, food stalls included.

Is there parking at the Thursday Market of Vinaròs?

Yes, Thursday Market of Vinaròs has free parking nearby, including a large open area just metres from the stalls on Passeig de Fora del Forat. Spaces go quickly once trading is underway, so it pays to arrive nearer the 8:00 start than the 14:00 finish.