Mercadillo ambulante
Every Sunday, Plaza Berria in Hernani comes alive with the Mercadillo Ambulante, a weekly street market featuring a wide variety of products. From 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., locals and visitors can browse the stalls in search of what they need. It is a traditional marketplace where different categories of items come together, offering a friendly and accessible shopping experience. For those wondering which days the market is held in Hernani or looking for a street market in Hernani, the answer is clear: the street market is open every Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This regular schedule makes the market a fixture on the town’s calendar, allowing customers to plan their shopping with ease. The variety of general goods available makes it a versatile destination for a range of needs. Those who wish to learn more about the Hernani street market can check the municipal calendar or visit Plaza Berria during the indicated hours to discover what’s on offer each week.
What will I find at this market?
General goods
Everything You Need to Know
A little background
he street market is part of the network of temporary sales regulated by the Hernani Town Council, as part of the street vending of various products typical of this type of market in the Basque Country. It is held on Sundays in Hernani (Gipuzkoa) as a regular event promoting local commerce in the municipality.
How to Find the Market
Who's in the market?
There are currently no vendors with valid authorization in this market.
Coming Soon
The list of vendors will appear here as soon as the first valid authorizations are granted.
A unique experience
Tradition and Experience
A historic market, organized by the City Council with all the necessary safeguards.
Wide variety
Dozens of street vendors selling local products, handicrafts, and more.
Unique Setting
Enjoy the town's atmosphere and get to know the local shopkeepers.
Easy access
Well-connected and with a parking area nearby.
How to Get There and Park
Parking, public transportation, and services near the market.
⏱ Estimated time: 60–120 min
Where can I park?
How do I get there by public transportation?
You can park at Txirrita kalea (2 min on foot, 146 m away) or take train from Train station (the stop is 2 min on foot, 125 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the Mercadillo ambulante
Would you like to set up a stall at the Mercadillo ambulante market, located at Hernani? To sell as a street vendor, you need a municipal street vending permit or license: this is issued by the town council, not the market itself, and typically requires that you be registered as a self-employed individual or a business, be in good standing with the tax authorities and Social Security, and have liability insurance that covers the stall.
Mercadillo ambulante is held on Sundays. The exact fee is set by the Hernani town council; please check it before submitting your application.
Applications are submitted to the town council, usually online or in person, and may be granted directly (if there are open stalls) or through a public call for stall applications with a waiting list when demand exceeds the number of available stalls.
You can contact the Hernani town council at hhz@hernani.eus.
- Contact the town council's commerce or markets department
- Gather the necessary documentation: registration as a self-employed individual or business, proof of being up to date with the tax authorities and Social Security, and liability insurance
- Submit the application for a street vending permit (through the online portal or at the registry office)
- Pay the applicable municipal fee, if required by the town council
- Pick up your authorization and bring it with you on market day
Frequently Asked Questions for Merchants
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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
Mercadillo ambulante — street market in the municipality of Hernani
The “Mercadillo ambulante” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Hernani, in the province of Gipuzkoa (País Vasco). Its stalls offer a variety of items, including “textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods,” all in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for locals and visitors alike. The municipality has 20,375 inhabitants.
Mercadillo ambulante opens on Sundays, from 09:00 – 14:00.
The "Mercadillo ambulante" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Hernani for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Gipuzkoa, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Mercadillo ambulante by public transportation, the closest stop on the train is “Estación de tren,” which is 125 meters away. For those traveling by car, Txirrita kalea is 146 meters away.
If the Mercadillo ambulante is too far away, or if you want to plan a route through several markets in the area, here are the closest street markets by geographical proximity:
- Mercado Behemendi (Hernani) 0 m
- Los jueves Market (Hernani) 67 m
- Donostia Weekly Market (Donostia-San Sebastián) 5.8 km
- Coleccionistas de Plaza de la Constitución Street Market (Donostia-San Sebastián) 5.8 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
Mercadillo ambulante FAQs
Where is the "Mercadillo ambulante"? Mercadillo ambulante is located in the municipality of Hernani, in the province of Gipuzkoa (País Vasco).
What can you buy at the "Mercadillo ambulante"? At Mercadillo ambulante, you'll find textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods, among other typical items from street markets.
On which days is the "Mercadillo ambulante" open? Mercadillo ambulante opens on Sundays, from 09:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "Mercadillo ambulante" open and close? Mercadillo ambulante is open from 09:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Mercadillo ambulante" open today? No, Mercadillo ambulante is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Sunday 11 October.
Is the "Mercadillo ambulante" open tomorrow? No, Mercadillo ambulante isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Mercadillo ambulante—when is it open next? Mercadillo ambulante is once again hosting Sunday 11 October 2026 (5 days from now). The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.