Fontán Street Market
The Fontán Street Market in Oviedo is held in the iconic Plaza del Fontán, right in the heart of the Asturian city’s Old Town. On Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, the plaza fills with stalls selling fresh fruit and vegetables, clothing and footwear, and a variety of other items, alongside the covered market hall that has stood next to it since the 19th century. The El Fontán Street Market in Oviedo is a classic street market, much loved by locals and visitors alike.
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 Plaza del Fontan developed around a spring-fed lagoon that served for centuries as a recreational area for the local nobility and, over time, became a gathering place for farmers and craftsmen to sell their goods. The pond was drained on August 19, 1523, for health reasons, and in 1559, the construction of a washhouse and a fountain in the area was completed. The current fountain dates from 1657 and was restored in 1988. The major renovation that gave the plaza its rectangular market layout was carried out by architect Francisco Pruneda y Canal on June 11, 1792. In 1996, the square underwent a controversial demolition and comprehensive reconstruction, reopening on May 7, 1997, under the leadership of then-Mayor Gabino de Lorenzo. Adjacent to it stands the El Fontan covered market, built in 1885, and the plaza itself continues to host a street market on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
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.
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 Parking Mercadona (just a step away, 71 m away) or take bus from Martínez Marina (the stop is just a step away, 97 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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Nearby markets
Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the Fontán Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Fontán Street Market market, located at Oviedo? 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.
Fontán Street Market is held on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. The exact fee is set by the Oviedo 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 Oviedo (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 Oviedo town council at comercioymercados@oviedo.es.
- 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.
Fontán Street Market — street market in the municipality of Oviedo
The "Fontán Street Market" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Oviedo, in the province of Asturias. Its stalls offer a variety of local delicacies (textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods) in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for both locals and visitors. The municipality has 223,968 inhabitants.
Fontán Street Market opens on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, from Thursday 09:00–15:00 · Saturday 09:00–15:00 · Sunday 09:00–15:00.
The "Fontán Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Oviedo for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Asturias, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Fontán Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Martínez Marina,” which is 97 meters away. For those traveling by car, Parking Mercadona is 71 meters away.
If the Fontán Street Market 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:
- La Corredoria Weekly Market (Oviedo) 134 m
- Mercado Ecológico y Artesano de Oviedo (Oviedo) 134 m
- Oviedo Christmas Market (Oviedo) 134 m
- Campillín Flea Market (Oviedo) 134 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of El Fontán, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Oviedo.
Fontán Street Market FAQs
Where is the "Fontán Street Market"? Fontán Street Market is located in the municipality of Oviedo, in the province of Asturias.
What can you buy at the "Fontán Street Market"? At Fontán Street Market, 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 "Fontán Street Market" open? Fontán Street Market opens on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, from Thursday 09:00–15:00 · Saturday 09:00–15:00 · Sunday 09:00–15:00.
What time does the "Fontán Street Market" open and close? Fontán Street Market is open from Thursday 09:00–15:00 · Saturday 09:00–15:00 · Sunday 09:00–15:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Fontán Street Market" open today? No, Fontán Street Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Thursday 8 October.
Is the "Fontán Street Market" open tomorrow? No, Fontán Street Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Fontán Street Market—when is it open next? Fontán Street Market is once again hosting Thursday 8 October 2026 (2 days from now). The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 15:00.