Barket i Mercat Municipal Market
The Barket i Mercat Indoor Market is a weekly street market held in Xàbia (Alicante) on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It is located on Carrer Sor Maria Gallart, Mont Putxol. The stalls mainly offer general goods, food, and fruit 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 Barket Market, together with the Jávea Indoor Market, forms the core of the permanent market offerings in the municipality of Xàbia. Barket is the local name for the area where the market is located, in the downtown area of Xàbia, and it features stalls selling fresh food, fruit and vegetables, deli meats, and local products. The dual structure of the permanent markets in Xàbia reflects the size of the town and the combined demand from both the local population and the large European expat community, which uses the market as its regular shopping destination.
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 Camí Fondo (2 min on foot, 183 m away) or take bus from Bus stop (the stop is 7 min on foot, 543 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 Barket i Mercat Municipal Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Barket i Mercat Municipal Market market, located at Xàbia/Jávea? 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.
Barket i Mercat Municipal Market is held on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Xàbia/Jávea 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 Xàbia/Jávea (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 Xàbia/Jávea town council website: https://www.xabia.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.
Barket i Mercat Municipal Market — street market in the municipality of Xàbia/Jávea
The “Barket i Mercat Municipal Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Xàbia/Jávea, 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 30,642 inhabitants.
Barket i Mercat Municipal Market opens on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Wednesday 10:00–16:00 · Thursday 10:00–16:00 · Friday 10:00–16:00 · Saturday 10:00–16:00.
The "Barket i Mercat Municipal Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Xàbia/Jávea 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 Barket i Mercat Municipal Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Parada de autobús,” which is 542 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcamiento subterráneo is 214 meters away.
If the Barket i Mercat Municipal 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:
- Jávea Municipal Market (Xàbia/Jávea) 10 m
- Xàbia Thursday Market (Xàbia/Jávea) 257 m
- Arte y Artesanía de Septiembre de Xàbia Fair (Xàbia/Jávea) 757 m
- Feria Semanal de Arte y Artesanía de Xàbia (Xàbia/Jávea) 757 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Artesanía y Gastronomía de Pascua en Xàbia Fair.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Mont Putxol, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Xàbia/Jávea.
Barket i Mercat Municipal Market FAQs
Where is the "Barket i Mercat Municipal Market"? Barket i Mercat Municipal Market is located in the municipality of Xàbia/Jávea, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "Barket i Mercat Municipal Market"? At Barket i Mercat Municipal 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 "Barket i Mercat Municipal Market" open? Barket i Mercat Municipal Market opens on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Wednesday 10:00–16:00 · Thursday 10:00–16:00 · Friday 10:00–16:00 · Saturday 10:00–16:00.
What time does the "Barket i Mercat Municipal Market" open and close? Barket i Mercat Municipal Market is open from Wednesday 10:00–16:00 · Thursday 10:00–16:00 · Friday 10:00–16:00 · Saturday 10:00–16:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Barket i Mercat Municipal Market" open today? No, Barket i Mercat Municipal Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Wednesday 7 October.
Is the "Barket i Mercat Municipal Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Barket i Mercat Municipal Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 10:00 to 16:00.
Barket i Mercat Municipal Market—when is it open next? Barket i Mercat Municipal Market is once again hosting Wednesday 7 October 2026 (tomorrow). The schedule is available at from 10:00 to 16:00.