Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market
The Suances Secondhand and Handicrafts Street Market is a weekly street market held in Suances (Cantabria) on Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. It is set up on Miguel Delibes Street. The stalls mainly offer general merchandise, food, and fruits and vegetables.
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 origins of the Suances Second-Hand and Artisan Street Market date back to the late 19th century, when farmers and artisans from the region would come to the town of Suances to trade and sell their products. As in so many other towns in Cantabria, street vending emerged in tandem with the agricultural calendar and livestock fairs, and over the generations it became one of the town’s most important social and economic gatherings.
With the arrival of the 20th century and the economic transformation of rural areas, the weekly Suances street market evolved: it gave way to large textile and footwear stalls, incorporated vendors from other provinces, and became professionalized under municipal regulations. Many of today’s market traders are third- or fourth-generation members of families who have been attending this event for decades, maintaining a direct link to the town’s commercial fabric.
Today, the Suances Second-Hand and Artisan Street Market maintains that down-to-earth essence while adapting to new trends: organic products, contemporary crafts, local cuisine, and a close relationship with consumers that large shopping centers cannot offer. The town council and the vendors’ association collaborate to preserve its traditional character right in the heart of Suances.
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 Calle Miguel Delibes (just a step away, 84 m away) or take stop from Stop (the stop is 11 min on foot, 858 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 Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market market, located at Suances? 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.
Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market is held on Sundays. The exact fee is set by the Suances 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 Suances town council at info@aytotorrelavega.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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Where and when do I apply for the permit?
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Leave us your contact information, and we'll forward it to the town council so they can let you know how to get your stall.
Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market — street market in the municipality of Suances
The "Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Suances, in the province of Cantabria. 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 9,034 inhabitants.
Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market opens on Sundays, from 11:00 – 20:00.
The "Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Suances for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Cantabria, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the stop is “Parada,” which is 858 meters away. For those traveling by car, Calle Miguel Delibes is 84 meters away.
If the Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances 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:
- Mercadillo Marinero de Suances (Suances)
- Mercado Agroalimentario y Artesano de Suances (Suances)
- Mercadillo Semanal Gastronómico de Suances (Suances) 1.3 km
- Torrelavega (sábado) Organic Market (Torrelavega) 9.5 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market FAQs
Where is the "Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market"? Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market is located in the municipality of Suances, in the province of Cantabria.
What can you buy at the "Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market"? At Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances 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 "Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market" open? Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market opens on Sundays, from 11:00 – 20:00.
What time does the "Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market" open and close? Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market is open from 11:00 – 20:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market" open today? No, Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Sunday 11 October.
Is the "Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market" open tomorrow? No, Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market—when is it open next? Segunda Mano y Artesanía de Suances Street Market is once again hosting Sunday 11 October 2026 (5 days from now). The schedule is available at from 11:00 to 20:00.