La Bretxa and San Martín: market stalls and history

In Donostia/San Sebastián the markets are lively and celebrate local produce. La Bretxa, with its historical links to the fishing community and the Old Town, and San Martín, a modern, welcoming neighbourhood, offer two different ways to approach your daily shopping and get a close look at the work of local producers. Among the stalls, you’ll find fish fresh from the harbour, vegetables from local farms, cheeses, artisan bread, flowers and local cured meats.

Both markets reflect the San Sebastian way of life: quality, a sense of community and a direct connection with those who grow, catch or produce each product. A stroll through them reveals the larder that has inspired Basque cuisine and little gourmet shops that round off a delightful experience for all those who love fine food.