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Mercado de la Bretxa

  • SpecialtyFresh fish, meat, cheese and produce on the edge of the old town
  • HoursMon-Sat 08:00-20:00; closed Sunday (tablejourney.com; fresh stalls are mainly morning, confirm locally)
  • Price€-€€

Mercado de la Bretxa stands at Boulevard Zumardia 3 beside the Parte Vieja. Listings give Monday to Saturday 08:00 to 20:00, but fresh fish and produce stalls are best visited in the morning; one guide suggests before 11:00 for the freshest fish. It is a practical place to buy Idiazabal cheese, cured meats and preserved fish to take home.

Working food market at the edge of the Parte Vieja, with fish and vegetable stalls.

Mercado de la Bretxa stands at Boulevard Zumardia 3 beside the Parte Vieja. Listings give Monday to Saturday 08:00 to 20:00, but fresh fish and produce stalls are best visited in the morning; one guide suggests before 11:00 for the freshest fish. It is a practical place to buy Idiazabal cheese, cured meats and preserved fish to take home.

Practical information for Mercado de la Bretxa · Last updated September 2026
Hours Mon-Sat 08:00-20:00; closed Sunday (tablejourney.com; fresh stalls are mainly morning, confirm locally)
Price €-€€
Address Boulevard Zumardia 3, 20003 Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain

Location

Boulevard Zumardia 3, 20003 Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain

43.3226, -1.9859 View on map

Highlights

  • Fresh fish and local produce
  • Beside the Parte Vieja
  • Cheese and cured meats

Tips for visiting

  • Go before 11:00 for the best fish.
  • Ask vendors to vacuum-pack cheese or fish for travel.
  • Combine with the Boulevard and Calle Narrika.

When to visit

Mornings.

Accessibility

Accessibility is not confirmed in published sources; visitors with mobility needs should check with the venue before travelling.

Frequently asked questions

Is Mercado de la Bretxa open on Sunday?

No; listings show it closed on Sunday.