Markets on La Palma
Market halls and flea markets on La Palma
The markets of La Palma are an excellent introduction to the island's agricultural produce and crafts. Market halls bring together fish, meat, cheese, fruit and vegetables alongside wine, mojo sauces, pastries and flowers, while weekly markets and flea markets add handicrafts, antiques and unexpected finds.
Market days and opening hours may change on public holidays or during special events. If a market is the main reason for a journey, confirm the details shortly beforehand with the council or organiser.
Los Llanos market hall
The municipal market of Los Llanos, also known as La Recova, occupies an attractive building dating from the 1950s. Fresh fish, meat and sausages, fruit, vegetables, spices, wine, sweets and flowers are displayed between its columns and arches. The small bar at the back is known for its generously filled bocadillos.
It opens Monday to Friday from 06:00 to 14:00 and Saturday from 06:00 to 16:00. Address: Calle Juan XXIII s/n, 38760 Los Llanos de Aridane. Telephone: +34 922 460 355.
Santa Cruz market hall
Santa Cruz de La Palma also has a traditional market hall known as La Recova. The historic building occupies the site of the former city hospital and is distinguished by its facade and central skylight. Its stalls sell fish, meat, fruit, vegetables, cheese, wine, pastries and flowers, among other produce.
The current municipal tourism information lists these hours: Monday to Friday from 06:00 to 14:00, and Saturday and Sunday from 06:00 to 15:00. It is sensible to confirm Sunday and public-holiday opening. Address: Avenida El Puente 16, 38700 Santa Cruz de La Palma. Telephone: +34 922 411 459 or +34 922 426 502.
Puntagorda farmers market
Opposite the El Fayal recreation area, producers from the north-west sell fruit and vegetables, cheese, wine, bread, mojo sauces, almond sweets and other food made locally or on their own farms. Meat and sausages, crafts and a few places to eat or drink complete the market.
The market opens on Saturday from 15:00 to 19:00 and Sunday from 11:00 to 15:00. Address: Camino del Pinar, beside El Fayal, Puntagorda. Telephone: +34 922 493 077.
Villa de Mazo market
In Villa de Mazo, farmers and livestock keepers bring produce from the eastern side of the island to market: potatoes, fruit and vegetables, cheese, bread, mojo sauces, homemade preserves and Palmeran pastries. Cigars and other characteristic island products are also sold.
A separate area is devoted to crafts, including embroidery, ceramics, jewellery and other work by local makers. It opens on Saturday and Sunday from 09:00 to 14:00. Address: Calle Dr. Morera Bravo, Villa de Mazo. Telephone: +34 922 440 003.
Argual flea market
Every Sunday, historic Plaza de Sotomayor in Argual fills with crafts, ceramics, jewellery, plants, fruit and vegetables alongside second-hand clothes, books, household goods, furniture and antiques. The old manor houses surrounding the square give this flea market a distinctive atmosphere.
The market runs from 09:00 to 14:00. The Artefuego glassblowing workshop is also on the site and often gives demonstrations at around 11:00 on Sundays. Address: Calle San Antonio 6, Plaza de Sotomayor, 38768 Los Llanos de Aridane.
Los Llanos farmers market
On Sundays, Palmeran farmers and producers sell seasonal food in the centre of Los Llanos. Depending on the harvest, stalls carry potatoes and sweet potatoes, peppers, pumpkins, herbs, honey, bananas, papayas, mangoes, strawberries and much more grown on the island.
The farmers market is held on Sunday from 08:00 to 14:00 on Avenida Doctor Fleming, beside the clock. The selection naturally changes with the seasons and harvests.
Santa Cruz de La Palma flea market
On the first and third Sunday of each month, Plaza de la Alameda in Santa Cruz de La Palma becomes a meeting place for traders, craftspeople and visitors. Stalls offer new and second-hand items, clothing, crafts, plants and occasionally local food.
The flea market usually runs from 09:00 to 14:00. Because individual dates can be moved or cancelled for municipal events, check the current events calendar before making a long journey specifically for the market.
For more markets and impressions from a tour around the island, see our feature on markets and flea markets on La Palma, published in German in February 2024. Use the information on this page for current market days and opening hours.