Mercado Cervantino
The Alcalá de Henares Medieval Street Market is a weekly street market held in Alcalá de Henares (Madrid) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It is set up in the historic district: Plaza de Cervantes, Calle Mayor, Calle San Juan, and Plaza de Palacio. The stalls mainly offer general goods, food, and fruit and vegetables.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruit and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
A little background
he Medieval Street Market of Alcalá de Henares, known as the Cervantino Market, has been held since 1999 as part of Cervantino Week, which commemorates the baptism of Miguel de Cervantes in the city; he was born in 1547. Set in the Golden Age rather than the Middle Ages proper, it stretches for more than two kilometers through the historic district—a World Heritage Site—featuring several hundred stalls selling crafts and traditional goods, as well as jousting tournaments and falconry. In 2018, it was designated a Festival of National Tourist Interest and is considered the largest historical reenactment market in Europe.
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.
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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 El mercado (2 min on foot, 128 m away) or take bus from Vía Complutense - Colegio (the stop is 3 min on foot, 253 m away).
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How to Get a Stall at the Mercado Cervantino
Would you like to set up a stall at the Mercado Cervantino market, located at Alcalá de Henares? 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.
Mercado Cervantino is held on variable number of days. The exact fee is set by the Alcalá de Henares 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 Alcalá de Henares (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 Alcalá de Henares town council at ccomercio@ayto-alcaladehenares.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.
Mercado Cervantino — street market in the municipality of Alcalá de Henares
The "Mercado Cervantino" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Alcalá de Henares, in the province of Madrid. 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 203,208 inhabitants.
Mercado Cervantino is open during the following hours: 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 "Mercado Cervantino" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Alcalá de Henares for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Madrid, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Mercado Cervantino by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Vía Complutense - Colegio,” which is 253 meters away. For those traveling by car, El mercado is 128 meters away.
If the Mercado Cervantino 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:
- Espartales Norte Sunday Market (Alcalá de Henares) 284 m
- Alcalá de Henares Monday Market (Alcalá de Henares) 284 m
- Alcalá de Henares Christmas Market (Alcalá de Henares) 284 m
- Alcalá de Henares Municipal Market (Alcalá de Henares) 690 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Chorrillo Street Market · Alcalá de Henares Wednesday Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of calle San Juan y Plaza de Palacio, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Alcalá de Henares.
"Mercado Cervantino" is a one-time themed market on Alcalá de Henares, held on specific dates and featuring products and offerings designed for the occasion.
Mercado Cervantino FAQs
Where is the "Mercado Cervantino"? Mercado Cervantino is located in the municipality of Alcalá de Henares, in the province of Madrid.
What can you buy at the "Mercado Cervantino"? At Mercado Cervantino, 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 "Mercado Cervantino" open? Mercado Cervantino is open during the following hours: 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 "Mercado Cervantino" open and close? Mercado Cervantino 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 "Mercado Cervantino" open today? No, Mercado Cervantino is not open today, 6 October.
Is the "Mercado Cervantino" open tomorrow? No, Mercado Cervantino isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.