Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair
The Feira do Gando (Amio National Livestock Market) is a weekly market in Santiago de Compostela (A Coruña) that takes place every Wednesday. The stalls are located at the Amio Fairgrounds. It is a livestock market, featuring the typical activities of this type of market. The market is open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It’s a good idea to check the schedule before heading there, as it may change on holidays.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruit and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
he Amio National Livestock Market holds its fair every Wednesday of the year and is historically linked to the livestock fair that gave rise to the A Ascensión festival in Santiago de Compostela. For decades, it was the most important livestock market in Spain.
Today, it remains Galicia’s leading market in terms of livestock volume. According to the market’s own annual report, in 2024 it recorded a total of 77,868 head of livestock, of which 77,080 were cattle, with a total value of 33.7 million euros. The facility is managed by the City Council of Santiago de Compostela.
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 Rúa de Amio (just a step away, 0 m away) or take bus from Recinto Feiral de Amio (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 Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair
Would you like to set up a stall at the Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair market, located at Santiago de Compostela? 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.
Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair is held on Wednesdays. The exact fee is set by the Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela town council at comercio@santiagodecompostela.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
All official market documentation in one place.
Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair — street market in the municipality of Santiago de Compostela
The “Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Santiago de Compostela, in the province of A Coruña (Galicia). 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 100,965 inhabitants.
Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair opens on Wednesdays, from 09:00 – 14:00.
The "Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Santiago de Compostela for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of A Coruña, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Recinto Feiral de Amio,” which is 125 meters away. For those traveling by car, Tralusa is 110 meters away.
If the Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair 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:
- Amio Street Market (Santiago de Compostela) 327 m
- Salgueiriños Street Market (Santiago de Compostela) 1.7 km
- Abastos de Santiago Market (Santiago de Compostela) 3.4 km
- Mercadillo Hippy (Santiago de Compostela) 3.7 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Antigüedades de Franco Street Market · Mercadillo do Nadal de Santiago de Compostela.
Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair FAQs
Where is the "Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair"? Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair is located in the municipality of Santiago de Compostela, in the province of A Coruña (Galicia).
What can you buy at the "Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair"? At Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair, 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 "Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair" open? Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair opens on Wednesdays, from 09:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair" open and close? Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair is open from 09:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair" open today? No, Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Wednesday 7 October.
Is the "Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.
Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair—when is it open next? Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair is once again hosting Wednesday 7 October 2026 (tomorrow). The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.