El Fontán Market is a historic municipal market located in a protected 1885 building in central Oviedo. The market operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm and Saturday mornings until 3:30pm. It specializes in fresh food products including meat, vegetables, dairy and local specialties. The building features distinctive metallic architecture with abundant natural light throughout the market halls.
Plaza 19 de Octubre s/n, 33009 Oviedo, Asturias, España
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About El Fontán Market
The market occupies a beautifully preserved 19th-century building with striking metallic structure that floods the interior with natural light.
Vendors offer high-quality fresh produce, with particular emphasis on local Asturian specialties including artisanal cheeses and regional meat preparations. The surrounding Plaza 19 de Octubre area provides a pleasant setting for market visits, with the historic architecture creating an authentic atmosphere.
Most stalls accept modern payment methods including mobile and contactless options alongside traditional cash transactions. Visitors find the morning hours offer the best selection of fresh products, particularly for meat and dairy items.
The market serves both local residents doing daily shopping and food enthusiasts seeking regional ingredients. The central location makes it easily accessible from Oviedo's main commercial districts and tourist areas.
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Every week - Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, Wednesday
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Plaza 19 de Octubre s/n, 33009 Oviedo, Asturias, España
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El Fontán Market is centrally located on Plaza 19 de Octubre in Oviedo's historic center.
The market is within walking distance of the main commercial area and cathedral district. Public buses serve the nearby stops along the central routes.
The location is easily accessible by foot from most hotels and tourist attractions in central Oviedo.
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Municipal markets are permanent indoor markets open daily, featuring specialty food vendors, butchers, fishmongers, and local produce.
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El Fontán Market is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm, and Saturday from 8am to 3:30pm. The market is closed on Sundays.
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