Portugalete Medieval Market
The Portugalete Medieval Market is held next to the Suspension Bridge, a World Heritage Site, featuring stalls selling crafts, period clothing, traditional food, and street performances set in the Middle Ages. It is one of the most popular themed fairs in the Bilbao Estuary. The historic district of Portugalete provides a unique setting for this medieval fair. On Feriam, you can check the dates, hours, and exact location of this market.
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 Portugalete Medieval Market date back to the final decades of the 19th century, when farmers and artisans from the region would come to the town of Portugalete to trade and sell their goods. As in so many other municipalities in Bizkaia, street vending emerged in tandem with the agricultural calendar and livestock fairs, establishing itself over the generations as 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, Portugalete’s weekly 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 vendors are third- or fourth-generation members of families that have been attending this event for decades, maintaining a direct link to the town’s commercial fabric.
Today, the Portugalete Medieval Market retains 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 city government and the vendors’ association work together to preserve its traditional character in the very heart of Portugalete.
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 Zubi Alde (2 min on foot, 162 m away) or take bus from General Castaños 19 (the stop is just a step away, 98 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 Portugalete Medieval Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Portugalete Medieval Market market, located at Portugalete? 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.
Portugalete Medieval Market is held on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Portugalete 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 Portugalete town council at comercio@portugalete.org.
- 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.
Portugalete Medieval Market — street market in the municipality of Portugalete
The “Portugalete Medieval Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Portugalete, in the province of Bizkaia (País Vasco). 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 44,843 inhabitants.
Portugalete Medieval Market opens on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Wednesday 09:00–14:00 · Thursday 09:00–14:00 · Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00.
The "Portugalete Medieval Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Portugalete for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Bizkaia, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Portugalete Medieval Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “General Castaños 19,” which is 98 meters away. For those traveling by car, Zubi Alde is 162 meters away.
If the Portugalete Medieval 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:
- Aldeanas Street Market (Portugalete)
- Portugalete Farmers' Fair (Portugalete)
- Folklore Market (Portugalete)
- Portugalete Weekly Market (Portugalete)
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
Portugalete Medieval Market FAQs
Where is the "Portugalete Medieval Market"? Portugalete Medieval Market is located in the municipality of Portugalete, in the province of Bizkaia (País Vasco).
What can you buy at the "Portugalete Medieval Market"? At Portugalete Medieval 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 "Portugalete Medieval Market" open? Portugalete Medieval Market opens on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Wednesday 09:00–14:00 · Thursday 09:00–14:00 · Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00.
What time does the "Portugalete Medieval Market" open and close? Portugalete Medieval Market is open from Wednesday 09:00–14:00 · Thursday 09:00–14:00 · Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Portugalete Medieval Market" open today? No, Portugalete Medieval Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Wednesday 7 October.
Is the "Portugalete Medieval Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Portugalete Medieval Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.
Portugalete Medieval Market—when is it open next? Portugalete Medieval Market is once again hosting Wednesday 7 October 2026 (tomorrow). The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.