Mercat d'Olot Municipal Market
A bright, modern market showcasing Olot's finest local produce and famous cured meats, with a vibrant atmosphere and tempting samples.
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Social
From TikTok & Reddit
Best Time
Freshest produce arrives
Mercat d'Olot Municipal Market
Best Time
Freshest produce arrives
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A bright, modern market showcasing Olot's finest local produce and famous cured meats, with a vibrant atmosphere and tempting samples.
"Bright and clean modern take on the traditional Catalan village food market."
🎯 Try Local Delicacies
Don't miss 'patates d'Olot' and the famous cured meats! :sausage:
🅿️ Free Parking Hack
Spend enough and get your parking ticket stamped for free parking. 🅿️
Quick Facts
Hours
Rating
4.4 · 1,519 reviews
Type
Market
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Patates d'Olot
Various food stalls
Savor these delicious potato croquettes, a local specialty you won't want to miss.
Artisanal Cured Meats
Butcher and charcuterie stalls
Indulge in superlative fuet and longanisa, showcasing Olot's famous cured meat traditions.
Fresh Local Produce
Fruit and vegetable stalls
Experience the vibrant colors and incredible freshness of fruits and vegetables from local producers.
Plans like a pro.
Thinks like you
Planning Your Visit
Embrace Local Flavors
Smart Shopping & Parking
Best Times
Insider Tips
from TikTok, Instagram & Reddit
What’s your favorite Catalan food?
My favorite snack is fuet. My favorite dish is Canellons. I could eat canellons every single day. Whether it’s cheap supermarket fuet or fancy fuet at a market, I just love it. Either on its own or in a sandwich. Canellons are just fantastic. I don’t think I’ve ever had a bad…
🎯 Try Local Delicacies
Don't miss 'patates d'Olot' and the famous cured meats! :sausage:
🅿️ Free Parking Hack
Spend enough and get your parking ticket stamped for free parking. 🅿️
⏰ Check Opening Hours
Hours can be strange; verify before you go to avoid disappointment. :clock1:
💰 Beware of Samples
Free samples are tempting but can lead to impulse buys! :moneybag:
Tips
from all over the internet
🎯 Try Local Delicacies
Don't miss 'patates d'Olot' and the famous cured meats! :sausage:
🅿️ Free Parking Hack
Spend enough and get your parking ticket stamped for free parking. 🅿️
⏰ Check Opening Hours
Hours can be strange; verify before you go to avoid disappointment. :clock1:
💰 Beware of Samples
Free samples are tempting but can lead to impulse buys! :moneybag:
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Visitors consistently praise Mercat d'Olot for its vibrant atmosphere, excellent local produce, and delicious cured meats. The friendly stallholders and the opportunity to sample goods are frequently highlighted as positive aspects. However, some note that the opening hours can be unusual and potentially inconvenient.
"Very very Happening place. Loved it must visit, when you're in Olot"
Arif Mohd
"Excellent local produce and very fresh. Helpful friendly stall holders. Will go back"
Debbie Curtis
"Definitely visit it. Products from local people. And if you need to go to a supermarket there's a subterranean one under the market. Parking is free if you spend enough money, remember to get your ticket stamped."
Carol Louise Anderson
What People Like
What People Dislike
Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
The market is centrally located in Olot. If driving, there's a subterranean parking lot underneath. Public transport options are available within the town center.
Yes, there's a subterranean parking lot directly under the market. You can get free parking if you spend enough money at the market stalls; remember to get your ticket stamped.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
No, entry to the Mercat d'Olot Municipal Market is generally free. You only pay for the delicious food and products you purchase.
The opening hours can be a bit unusual, so it's best to check them before your visit. Some reviews mention strange opening times for the shops.
🎫 🛍️ Onsite Experience
You'll find excellent local produce, including beautiful fruits and vegetables, as well as superlative cured meat products like fuet and longanisa.
Yes, many stalls offer free samples of their products, from cured meats to juicy fruits. Be warned, they are very tempting!
While not a traditional souvenir shop, you can find unique local food products like artisanal cured meats that make excellent edible souvenirs.
There is a nice restaurant adjacent to the market that features food made with ingredients sourced directly from the market stalls.
🍽️ 🍽️ Food & Dining
You absolutely must try the 'patates d'Olot,' a local specialty. Also, indulge in the various types of fuet and longanisa. +1
While you can graze on samples and purchase items for a picnic, there's also an adjacent restaurant that serves dishes made with market ingredients.
📸 📸 Photography
Yes, the market is bright, clean, and modern, with beautiful displays of colorful fruits, vegetables, and tempting food products, making it very photogenic.
Social
from TikTok, Instagram & Reddit