Rastro Reto
El Rastro Reto is a weekly street market in Avilés (Asturias) that is open Monday through Friday. As its name suggests, it focuses on flea markets and secondhand items: used goods, antiques, and collectables. The market is open from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. It’s a good idea to check the schedule before heading there, as it may change on holidays.
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 Rastro Reto date back to the early 20th century, when farmers and craftsmen from the region would travel to the town of Avilés to trade and sell their goods. As in so many other towns in Asturias, this itinerant commercial activity was initially tied to 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 21st century and the economic transformation of rural areas, Avilés’s weekly street market evolved: it gave way to large textile and footwear stalls, incorporated vendors from other provinces, and became more 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 city’s commercial fabric.
Today, the Rastro Reto 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 town council and the vendors’ association collaborate to preserve its traditional character in the very heart of Avilés.
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 Parking La Estación (2 min on foot, 171 m away) or take bus from Pedro Menéndez (the stop is 2 min on foot, 171 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 Rastro Reto
Would you like to set up a stall at the Rastro Reto market, located at Avilés? 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.
Rastro Reto is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. The exact fee is set by the Avilés 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 Avilés town council at informacion@aviles.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
What do I need to set up a stall at the Rastro Reto market?
How much is the fee for the stall?
Where and when do I apply for the permit?
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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
Rastro Reto — street market in the municipality of Avilés
The "Rastro Reto" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Avilés, in the province of Asturias. 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 75,517 inhabitants.
Rastro Reto opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, from Monday 09:30–13:30 · Tuesday 09:30–13:30 · Wednesday 09:30–13:30 · Thursday 09:30–13:30 · Friday 09:30–13:30.
The "Rastro Reto" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Avilés for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Asturias, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Rastro Reto by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Pedro Menéndez,” which is 171 meters away. For those traveling by car, Parking La Estación is 171 meters away.
If the Rastro Reto 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:
- Rastro Remar Avilés (Avilés)
- Mercado Ecológico y Artesano de Avilés (Avilés)
- Avilés Street Market (Avilés) 249 m
- Salinas Christmas Market (Salinas) 1.8 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Sabugo, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Avilés.
Rastro Reto FAQs
Where is the "Rastro Reto"? Rastro Reto is located in the municipality of Avilés, in the province of Asturias.
What can you buy at the "Rastro Reto"? At Rastro Reto, 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 "Rastro Reto" open? Rastro Reto opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, from Monday 09:30–13:30 · Tuesday 09:30–13:30 · Wednesday 09:30–13:30 · Thursday 09:30–13:30 · Friday 09:30–13:30.
What time does the "Rastro Reto" open and close? Rastro Reto is open from Monday 09:30–13:30 · Tuesday 09:30–13:30 · Wednesday 09:30–13:30 · Thursday 09:30–13:30 · Friday 09:30–13:30. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Rastro Reto" open today? Yes, the "Rastro Reto" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 09:30 to 13:30.
Is the "Rastro Reto" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Rastro Reto" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 09:30 to 13:30.
Rastro Reto—when is it open next? Rastro Reto is once again hosting Wednesday 7 October 2026 (tomorrow). The schedule is available at from 09:30 to 13:30.