Feira Franca de Pontevedra
The Feira Franca de Pontevedra is Pontevedra’s weekly market. It is held on Fridays and Saturdays. It is a general-interest market: its stalls offer a mix of food, fruits, and vegetables along with other typical items found at street markets. The stalls are open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Hours may vary on holidays and special occasions, so it’s advisable to check in advance.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruits and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
he Feira Franca de Pontevedra is a medieval festival held in the Spanish city of Pontevedra on Friday afternoon and Saturday of the first weekend in September. It is set in the Middle Ages and features a medieval market, a jousting tournament, falconry shows, food stalls, street entertainment, juggling, music, workshops, and crafts made from leather, wood, textiles, and natural products, among other activities.
In 2013, it was declared a festival of tourist interest in Galicia and attracts some 100,000 people who dress in period costumes to take part in the festivities.
How to Find the Market
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Who's in the market?
There are currently no vendors with valid authorization in this market.
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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 Rúa César Boente (just a step away, 101 m away) or take bus from Avenida Buenos Aires - Frente 6 (the stop is 2 min on foot, 196 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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How to Get a Stall at the Feira Franca de Pontevedra
Would you like to set up a stall at the Feira Franca de Pontevedra market, located at Pontevedra? 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.
Feira Franca de Pontevedra is held on Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Pontevedra 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 download the municipal ordinance on street vending from Pontevedra (check the town council’s official website to make sure it’s still in effect, in case it has been updated).
You can contact the Pontevedra town council at contacto@pontevedra.gal.
- 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
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Feira Franca de Pontevedra — street market in the municipality of Pontevedra
The "Feira Franca de Pontevedra" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Pontevedra (Galicia). Its stalls offer a variety of items, including “textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods,” in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for locals and visitors alike. The municipality has 83,316 inhabitants.
Feira Franca de Pontevedra opens on Fridays and Saturdays, from Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00.
The "Feira Franca de Pontevedra" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Pontevedra for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Pontevedra, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Feira Franca de Pontevedra by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Avenida Buenos Aires - Frente 6,” which is 196 meters away. For those traveling by car, Rúa César Boente is 101 meters away.
If the Feira Franca de Pontevedra 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:
- Barcelos Organic Market (Pontevedra)
- Pontevedra Christmas Market (Pontevedra)
- Antigüedades de Pontevedra Street Market (Pontevedra)
- Sierra (domingo) Street Market (Pontevedra) 124 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Pontevedra Street Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Casco Antigo, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Pontevedra.
Feira Franca de Pontevedra FAQs
Where is the "Feira Franca de Pontevedra"? Feira Franca de Pontevedra is located in the municipality of Pontevedra (Galicia).
What can you buy at the "Feira Franca de Pontevedra"? At Feira Franca de Pontevedra, 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 "Feira Franca de Pontevedra" open? Feira Franca de Pontevedra opens on Fridays and Saturdays, from Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00.
What time does the "Feira Franca de Pontevedra" open and close? Feira Franca de Pontevedra is open from Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Feira Franca de Pontevedra" open today? No, Feira Franca de Pontevedra is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Friday 9 October.
Is the "Feira Franca de Pontevedra" open tomorrow? No, Feira Franca de Pontevedra isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Feira Franca de Pontevedra—when is it open next? Feira Franca de Pontevedra is once again hosting Friday 9 October 2026 (3 days from now). The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.