The best markets in Europe

Traveling in Europe provides this incomparable experience of being able to wander between centuries, cultures and a variety of landscapes from a handful of locations that can be rallied in just a couple of hours in train or by car. And if it is truly in the heart of its cities that you’ll find the epitome of European culture, the same principle applies to flea market shopping: we selected for you the 50 best flea markets available across the Old Continent.

Broadway Market is a Victorian street market situated in Hackney, North London. In addition to the thriving Saturday market, there are over 70 shops, cafés and restaurants open seven days a week from dawn to dusk. From costermongers to green-grocers, everything that is fit to sell is on offer here. The street is part of the old “Porter’s Path” and has been in use since Roman Times. Read more of its colourful history here...

The markets in Istanbul are like nothing you have ever seen before. They sell everything from fresh produce to household goods, and every one of them is bursting with energy and life. The best thing about Istanbul markets? You can always find something unique no matter where you go...

Weekly markets are as much a part of Mallorca as sun and beaches. Every day of the week you can go shopping in various island locations and haggle with the market traders for the best price...

In the most beautiful places in Europe, discover amazing flea markets. You will finally lay your hand on Barry White’s new vinyl, or a Louis XVI door handle, an old collection of Kinder surprises or one of Van Gogh’s mastertpieces forgotten in an attic. Discover our selection of the best flea markets in Europe for antique and vintage shopping lovers!

Visiting food markets in Europe is one of our favorite activities to include in a weekend city break. Food memories of the cities we visit always seem to linger the longest. I often think back to the perfect coffee and pain au chocolat we had at a little local boulangerie in Paris, the laugenbrezels in Frankfurt, or the octopus stew with a carafe of wine that cost just a few euro in Tavira, Portugal.

Any foodie will agree that the best part about visiting a new city is tasting the grub. And heading to the city’s food markets is the best place to start if you want to experience an explosion of flavours from the local area and beyond.

One of the best ways to gain insight into the culture of a country is through its gastronomy, which is best done by visiting a local farmers’ market. This is especially enjoyable if you’re staying in an apartment or villa rental, where you can savor your delicious wares back at your home away from home.

The Best Christmas markets in Switzerland are all decked up full of love, hope, and blessings. On this festive day, Switzerland is splendidly decorated which reminds us of the song...

Art and culture are so important to us we want to literally own them in the form of antiques and collectibles. Which meant we spent way too many weekends at antiques markets and flea markets across Europe...

From locally sourced produce to delicious traditional international dishes, feast your senses at some of Europe’s most incredible street food markets. You don’t have to dine Michelin star or spend a pretty penny to find a good bite to eat in these exquisite markets...

If you love to have the best designer articles in art and craftsmanship - the Sant Francesc Xavier market combines the best craftsmen of the island of Formentera in this picturesque place every day. The summer is approaching this paradise, and the tranquility of Formentera is interrupted only by the tourists in search of sun and the crystal clear, refreshing water.

Yes, the list of Madrid markets is endless! There you can find organic produce, vintage home decoration, new and second-hand clothes, and more treasures…

Don’t get us wrong—we love eating out at some of London’s best restaurants. However, over the last few years the food scene has changed. Instead of booking in for a sit-down dinner, more and more Londoners love nothing more than heading to one of London’s many street food markets and finding a spot on a nearby curb to tuck into some delicious food...

The flea market at Mauerpark is quite popular. It is frequently used as sunday afternoon activity by hip Berliners and tourists. The flea market itself consists of mainly private salespersons who offer various items. They range from clothes, shoes, bicycles to old vinyl revords, trumpery and rummage. Furthermore the flea market at Mauerpark has a large furniture tent where diligent visitors might find true treasures.

Sundays in Madrid mean one thing: the El Rastro market. Over 100,000 people come to this sprawling open-air market every weekend to treasure hunt their way through more than 700 stalls. The Rastro is a flea market, but it’s so much more than that. It’s true that you can find centuries-old antiques, vintage furniture...

Here you find a complete overview of Brussels markets...

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