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Mercamadrid

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Mercamadrid, located in the southeast of the Spanish capital, is a true city within a city and the undisputed central wholesale market for the food supply of the Iberian Peninsula. On a gigantic area of over 2.2 million square meters, life pulsates every night as thousands of trucks arrive to deliver and redistribute fresh produce from all over the world. Mercamadrid is particularly famous for its central fish market, which is the second largest in the world after the Tsukiji market in Tokyo - an amazing fact for a city located over 300 kilometers from the nearest sea. In addition to seafood, tens of thousands of tons of fruit, vegetables, and meat are handled here daily, supplying more than 12 million consumers in the greater Madrid area and far beyond.

Location: Galicia, Spain
Top sights: Parque Forestal de Entrevías · Auditorio al aire libre. Centro Cultural el Pozo · Parque Urbano de Entrevías
Nearby: Madrid (7 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug, Sep.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	4	5	8	11	16	22	25	25	20	14	8	4
Rain mm	38	39	48	52	43	22	9	14	24	66	54	40

📋 Practical info

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What is this place?

Mercamadrid is the central wholesale food market of the Spanish capital and the second largest fish market in the world after Tokyo. It supplies Madrid and its surroundings with fresh produce from all over the world.

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Visiting

The market is mainly accessible to traders; private visitors need a special permit or can join guided tours. The fish market features public viewings at certain times.

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Where to view it

From the footbridge over the M-40 or from the surrounding residential areas, the halls are clearly visible. The sight of the many trucks arriving and departing daily is particularly impressive.

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Local products

The market carries a huge variety of fresh food, including fish, meat, fruits, and vegetables from Spain and overseas. Seasonal products like strawberries in spring or pumpkins in autumn are abundant.

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Active season

The market is busiest in the early morning hours when auctions take place. The peak season for the fish market is before Christmas and Easter when demand increases.

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Nearby

Combine your visit with the Juan Carlos I Park or the Madrid-Barajas airport. The city center of Madrid with its museums is also not far.

Geography

Coordinates

40.36420, -3.66440

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Notable places around

Faunia6 km · NEExplore →

Royal Botanical Garden of Madrid6 km · NWExplore →

Royal Palace of Madrid7 km · NWExplore →

Getafe8 km · SWExplore →

Leganés9 km · SWExplore →

AZCA District10 km · NExplore →

Zoo Aquarium de Madrid10 km · NWExplore →

Coslada11 km · NEExplore →

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Sights in the town Mercamadrid (10)

Parque Forestal de Entrevías🌳 park

Forest park in Madrid's Entrevías district. It provides green spaces and shaded paths for walks.

Auditorio al aire libre. Centro Cultural el Pozo

Open-air stage at the El Pozo Cultural Centre. It hosts concerts and theatre performances.

Parque Urbano de Entrevías🌳 park

Urban park in the Entrevías neighbourhood of Madrid. It provides playgrounds and benches for relaxation.

Auditorio Angelillo

Open-air theatre in Madrid, named after singer Angelillo. Used for cultural events.

Auditorio al aire libre. Entrevías

Open-air auditorium in Madrid's Entrevías district. Suitable for outdoor events.

Parque Lineal del Manzanares🌳 park

Park in Spain, along the Manzanares River in Madrid. It connects green areas and bike paths.

Padre José María de Llanos

Monument to Jesuit priest José María de Llanos in Madrid. It commemorates his social work.

Monumento a las Víctimas del 11M

Memorial for the victims of the 11 March 2004 train bombings in Madrid. Located in Entrevías.

Casa del esclusero

Historic lock-keeper's house on Madrid's canal. It testifies to the city's industrial past.

Mirador del Cerro Coyote

Viewpoint on Cerro Coyote hill in Madrid. It provides a view over the southern districts.

Sights nearby

Frequently asked questions

What is Mercamadrid?

One of the largest wholesale food markets in the world.

Can private individuals shop there?

Typically, it is a market for professionals (merchants, restaurateurs), not for end consumers.

When is the best time to visit?

Operations take place mainly at night and in the early morning hours (from 2:00 AM).

Can you take a guided tour?

There are organized tours for groups and educational institutions to understand the logistics process.

How large is the site?

The site covers over 200 hectares and is like a small city in itself.

Mercamadrid: where is it located?

Mercamadrid is located in Galicia, Spain.

Mercamadrid: what is there to see?

Highlights include Parque Forestal de Entrevías, Auditorio al aire libre. Centro Cultural el Pozo, Parque Urbano de Entrevías.

Mercamadrid: when is the best time to visit?