Mercado Municipal La Corredera Córdoba

Córdoba's Oldest Market

Beneath the warm arcades of Plaza de la Corredera, Córdoba's oldest continuously operating market site hums with morning trade.

The market occupies the ground floor of a 17th-century Baroque building overlooking one of Spain's finest squares.

With 18 establishments around a central walkway, this is where Cordobeses have shopped for centuries. The upper floors house a civic centre, the building's dual role as both community and cultural hub.

History

Plaza de la Corredera was built in the 17th century as Córdoba's civic and commercial heart.

The grand Baroque structure surrounding it has hosted royal proclamations, public fairs, and even bullfights.

When the city designated the ground floor as a municipal market, it formalised a trading tradition that had existed for centuries.

Today, the market remains the oldest continuously operating market site in Córdoba - a living connection to the plaza's commercial heritage.

What to Buy

Fish and Seafood

Four fishmongers including the renowned Zurera Brothers:

• Atlantic tuna
• Local river fish
• Fresh daily catch displayed on ice

Produce

Paqui's fruit stand near the entrance and a second greengrocer offer:

• Seasonal fruits and vegetables
• Local produce from Córdoba province

Meat

Two butchers with local meats and custom cuts.

Specialty Stalls

• Pickle stall - Olives, capers, preserved vegetables
• Spice stall - Andalusian aromatics
• Rafael Vallés grocery - Chickpeas, lentils, olive oil by the litre
• Encarni Flowers - Seasonal blooms

The Bar

Stall 18 serves coffee and tapas - where regulars pause before heading to the sunlit square.

Why Visit

Feature	Details
History	Córdoba's oldest market site
Building	17th-century Baroque, Plaza de la Corredera
Size	18 establishments, intimate scale
Character	Vendors know customers by name
Location	Heart of Córdoba's Old Town

Getting There

The market is at Plaza de las Cañas, 1 in the heart of the Old Town:

• Location: Ground floor of Plaza de la Corredera building
• On foot: Central Old Town, easy walk from Mezquita
• Parking: Nearby public parking

For more options, see our Córdoba markets guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the opening hours of Mercado La Corredera?

Monday to Thursday 8am-3pm, Friday and Saturday 8am-3:30pm. Closed Sundays.

Where is Mercado La Corredera?

In the 17th-century Baroque building lining Plaza de la Corredera, Córdoba's most magnificent square. The market occupies the ground floor, with a civic centre above.

What is Plaza de la Corredera?

Córdoba's grandest square, built in the 17th century. It's surrounded by Baroque arcades and has historically hosted royal proclamations, public fairs, and bullfights. The market is part of the plaza's continuous commercial tradition.

What should I buy at Mercado La Corredera?

Fish from Zurera Brothers, fruit from Paqui's stand, olive oil by the litre from Rafael Vallés grocery, and olives and capers from the pickle stall. Stop at stall 18 for coffee and tapas.

Is Mercado La Corredera the oldest market in Córdoba?

Yes, it's the oldest continuously operating market site in Córdoba, occupying a building that has served commercial purposes since the 17th century.

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