La Mata Street Market
In the La Mata neighborhood of Torrevieja, you’ll find the La Mata Street Market, a weekly street market where locals and visitors can find a variety of products. This market is open every Wednesday of the year, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., on Canal del Acequión Street. For those looking for a street market in Torrevieja with morning hours and a selection of general goods, this street market offers an accessible and consistent option. The La Mata Street Market offers the chance to purchase a variety of items in a traditional weekly street market setting. The stalls are set up every Wednesday at the same location, making it easy for regular Torrevieja shoppers to know exactly when and where to find the market. The morning hours, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., allow shoppers to do their shopping early in the day. For more details on how this market operates or for any additional information, we recommend contacting the Torrevieja town council or visiting the La Mata area directly on Wednesdays during market hours.
What will I find at this market?
General goods
Everything You Need to Know
A little background
a Mata is a coastal district of Torrevieja, located between the lagoons of the Lagunas de La Mata y Torrevieja Natural Park and the Mediterranean Sea. The La Mata Street Market is a weekly street market that is very popular among residents of this coastal community in southern Alicante, which has a large European and Spanish population. The Torrevieja Town Council authorizes its operation under the municipal ordinance governing non-permanent street vending, and the stalls selling clothing, footwear, accessories, and food meet the demand of a stable and large community.
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 Plaza Miguel Hernández (2 min on foot, 169 m away) or take bus from Bus stop (the stop is 3 min on foot, 246 m away).
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Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the La Mata Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the La Mata Street Market market, located at Torrevieja? 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.
La Mata Street Market is held on Wednesdays. The exact fee is set by the Torrevieja 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.
Check the procedure on the Torrevieja town council website: https://www.torrevieja.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
What do I need to set up a stall at the La Mata Street Market market?
How much is the fee for the stall?
Where and when do I apply for the permit?
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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
La Mata Street Market — street market in the municipality of Torrevieja
The “La Mata Street Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Torrevieja, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana). 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 98,533 inhabitants.
La Mata Street Market opens on Wednesdays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
The "La Mata Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Torrevieja for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Alicante, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the La Mata Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Parada de autobús,” which is 246 meters away. For those traveling by car, Parking Plaza Miguel Hernández is 169 meters away.
If the La Mata 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:
- Torrevieja Friday Market (Torrevieja) 6.0 km
- Mercado Marinero de Guardamar del Segura (Guardamar del Segura) 8.3 km
- Comercio de Guardamar del Segura Fair (Guardamar del Segura) 8.6 km
- Guardamar del Segura Wednesday Street Market (Guardamar del Segura) 8.6 km
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 La Mata, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Torrevieja.
La Mata Street Market FAQs
Where is the "La Mata Street Market"? La Mata Street Market is located in the municipality of Torrevieja, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "La Mata Street Market"? At La Mata 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 "La Mata Street Market" open? La Mata Street Market opens on Wednesdays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "La Mata Street Market" open and close? La Mata Street Market is open from 08:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "La Mata Street Market" open today? No, La Mata Street Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Wednesday 7 October.
Is the "La Mata Street Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "La Mata Street Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.
La Mata Street Market—when is it open next? La Mata Street Market is once again hosting Wednesday 7 October 2026 (tomorrow). The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.