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Audio Guide La Bretxa Market

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Duration: 8 min
La Bretxa Market
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About this place

This neoclassical market, established in 1870-1871, remains a cornerstone of San Sebastián's Old Town. Housing over 40 stalls, it supplies the finest Basque and Cantabrian produce—fresh fish, meat, vegetables and local specialities. The Mercado de La Bretxa is where the city's renowned culinary scene sources its ingredients, and it's an essential visit for anyone keen to understand Donostiarra gastronomy. Wander amongst the vendors to sample the authentic flavours that define this gastronomic capital.

Practical information

Boulevard Zumardia, 3, 20003 Donostia / San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Opening hoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: Closed
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Points included in this audio guide

1
Farmhouse Vendor Stalls (Baserritarras)

Farmhouse Vendor Stalls (Baserritarras)

The Puestos de Caseras (baserritarras) are a dozen open-air stalls sheltered along San Juan Street, where farm women from local homesteads sell fresh produce—vegetables, cheeses, flowers and other local goods. They're among the most distinctive sights in La Bretxa Market, drawing both San Sebastián residents and visitors. What to see here are genuine farmhouse products sold directly by the producers themselves.

2
Fish Market Building (1928)

Fish Market Building (1928)

The Edificio de la Pescadería, completed in 1928 by architect Juan Rafael Alday, stands as a distinct structure within San Sebastián's market complex. Its striking features include external staircases serving the upper floors, restrained pilasters, and distinctive rusticated stonework at the base and corners. The building is currently undergoing renovation to relocate the traditional market stalls to ground level, breathing new life into this early twentieth-century landmark.

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2 points of interest included
  • 1.Farmhouse Vendor Stalls (Baserritarras)
  • 2.Fish Market Building (1928)

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