Las Carretas Market
The Mercado de las Carretas is held in Albacete and is open Monday through Saturday. It is located in Plaza de las Carretas. It is a farmers' market focused on daily grocery shopping, including fruits and vegetables. The stalls are open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Hours may vary on holidays and special dates, so it’s a good idea to check in advance.
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 Mercado de Carretas is a municipal food market that opened in 1981 in the square of the same name—one of the oldest in Albacete—right in the heart of the historic center. The idea of establishing a market at this location dates back much further: as early as 1925, architects Carrilero and Muñoz had designed one for the square.
The building consists of a ground floor with a half-basement and a first floor dedicated to market stalls. The upper floors, known as the Casa Carretas, house the offices of various associations and facilities for neighborhood use.
How to Find the Market
Address
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 Plaza la Constitución (just a step away, 106 m away) or take bus from 22 (the stop is 2 min on foot, 123 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 Las Carretas Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Las Carretas Market market, located at Albacete? 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.
Las Carretas Market is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Albacete 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 Albacete (check the town council’s official website to make sure it’s still in effect, in case it has been updated).
Check the procedure on the Albacete town council website: https://www.albacete.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.
Las Carretas Market — street market in the municipality of Albacete
The "Las Carretas Market" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Albacete (Castilla-La Mancha). Its stalls offer a variety of items, including “textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods,” in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for locals and visitors alike. The municipality has 175,400 inhabitants.
Las Carretas Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 09:00–14:00 · Tuesday 09:00–14:00 · Wednesday 09:00–14:00 · Thursday 09:00–14:00 · Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00.
The "Las Carretas Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Albacete for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Albacete, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Las Carretas Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “22,” which is 124 meters away. For those traveling by car, Telpark Catedral is 130 meters away.
If the Las Carretas 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:
- Albacete Flea Market (Albacete)
- Villacerrada Street Market (Albacete)
- Albacete Medieval Market (Albacete)
- Artesanía de Albacete Fair (Albacete) 182 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Navidad de Albacete Craft Fair · Aguas Nuevas Street Market · El Piojo Verde Street Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Villacerrada-Centro, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Albacete.
Las Carretas Market FAQs
Where is the "Las Carretas Market"? Las Carretas Market is located in the municipality of Albacete (Castilla-La Mancha).
What can you buy at the "Las Carretas Market"? At Las Carretas 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 "Las Carretas Market" open? Las Carretas Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 09:00–14:00 · Tuesday 09:00–14:00 · Wednesday 09:00–14:00 · Thursday 09:00–14:00 · Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00.
What time does the "Las Carretas Market" open and close? Las Carretas Market is open from Monday 09:00–14:00 · Tuesday 09:00–14:00 · 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 "Las Carretas Market" open today? Yes, the "Las Carretas Market" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.
Is the "Las Carretas Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Las Carretas Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.