Street markets Menorca: enjoy the traditional arts, crafts and produce of Minorca

Looking to buy a property and move permanently to Menorca? Check out some of our properties and discover just some of the highlights the island has to offer. Seems unbelievable but this little Balearic Island is an understated treasure trove in so many ways, which you will discover bit by bit when you find the right house to buy. It is so much more than sun and sea, of course the mild temperatures and beautiful beaches are also a huge plus. Start discovering more right here in Engel & Völkers latest blog about the island. This blog is about Menorca’s many little street markets where you can buy high quality food products alongside local arts and crafts of every size and description. The markets are held in many towns and villages, so you will never have far to go to find the nearest street market, no matter where you buy your home. A market is the perfect place to get up close to the local products and the producers first hand and to discover the real essence of Menorca and its people.

Mahón, Ferreries, Es Mercadal: Street markets can be found all over Menorca

The more you are in Menorca, you will quickly realise that traditional crafts play a big role here: Handmade products are sold at the street markets and are very popular with both tourists and local residents. The warmer weather is particularly inviting for spending time wandering around the handicraft markets and checking out the locally made products. Gourmets are in for a really big treat, getting their money’s worth at one of the food markets; a particularly popular product is Mahón cheese, as are the traditional Menorcan pastries and the locally grown Saffron. Craft stalls are varied offering wood and metal crafts, handbags, belts and other leather goods, handmade jewellery, ceramics, soaps and the famous Avarca sandals, which are also on sale in the street markets. Take your pick, regular markets can be found in Ciutadella, Es Castell, Fornells, Mahón, Ferreries or Sant Lluís. In summer, the night markets in the ports of Costa Marina and Cales Fonts are a special delight. Some craft markets take place all year round, for example, every Tuesday and Saturday in Mahón and every Saturday in Ferreries.

Craft markets from June to September

• Mondays in Ciutadella, Es Castell and Fornells.

• Tuesdays in Mahón and Es Migjorn

• Wednesdays in Alaior and Ciutadella (July and August)

• Thursdays in Es Mercadal

• Fridays in Ciutadella, Ferreries and Sant Lluis

If you decide to buy a villa in the fishing village of Fornells, you will be able to buy fresh organic produce at the agricultural and food market from July to October. If you are interested in buying a property in Es Mercadal, our estate agents recommend that you visit the spring market, which takes place every Thursday from April to June. The summer market from July to October in the centre of Es Mercadal is also definitely worth a visit. If you want to buy quality food, we also recommend the Agri-Food Night Market, which also takes place in Es Mercadal from July to October. Alaior has a charming night market in the old town from June to September, where you can browse until 11pm. In the picturesque village of Ferreries, you can visit a craft and food market on Saturdays from 7pm to 11pm in the Plaza de España. Of course, there are also some night markets in Menorca's capital Mahón, including one in the centre of town every Tuesday from June to August. The arts and crafts market in the Plaza del Carmen is held on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 9am to 2pm. Do your shopping at these interesting street markets and find a treasure or two for your new villa in Menorca.

Colourful street markets contribute to making Menorca the IN PLACE to relocate!

Once you have bought your new home in Menorca look forward to the fresh produce and handmade products for sale at the street markets. Make this seafront villa in Ciutadella yours and enjoy the many street markets that are nearby, such as the agricultural market in the Plaça de la Llibertat, a handicraft market in Plaça des Born and in the Costa Marina market. The incredible villa featured here has 4 double bedrooms on the ground floor, each with an on suite bathroom, there is a home office, a large living room and sea views, a fitted kitchen and a beautiful terrace and pool. A grand master suite with a private sitting room, Jacuzzi and dressing room provides a luxury retreat after a long day. If you would like to receive more information about this wonderful villa for sale near the Port of Ciutadella and the many local markets please contact our team.