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Courtesy of Michel Cruz of Rimontgó

Located right in the historic heart of Madrid, the Mercado de San Miguel (San Miguel Market) occupies a square immediate adjacent to the famous Plaza Mayor. Though covered markets like this can be found in other parts of Spain, the Mercado de San Miguel is in many ways unique.

Originally built at the beginning of the 20^th century, this beautiful steel construction exudes all the gentleness of style and proportion from the Art Nouveau era, complete with visible support structure and finely worked wrought iron detailing. But this is above all a haven for foodies, not just lovers of architecture.

With styling inspired by Les Halles de Paris, the market functioned like many others across the country, providing an indoor fresh produce market to the local community in the old centre of Madrid. For almost a century, this was where people came to buy fish, seafood, vegetables, fruit, meat and other delicacies.

The fact that the San Miguel market is also one of the most beautiful and architecturally valuable markets of its kind in Europe inspired stall keepers and the local authorities to raise the funds necessary for a thorough beautification project that has resulted in a particularly tasteful mix of classicism and modernity.

In general terms the industrial style structure with its Art Nouveau touches was stylishly restored to its former glory, but updated with modern facilities and finishing points that bring it fully up to date. Now a daytime market with a bit of a gastro feel it really comes to life in the evenings, when it turns into a fun venue for lovers of food, drink and socialising.

Since Spaniards are quite possibly world leaders in the joyful art of outdoor socialising, the Mercado becomes a lively hub where you have an amazing choice of Spanish, continental, Japanese, Asian and other delicacies accompanied by your favourite tipple. What’s more, with a diverse clientele from across the age groups the Mercado de San Miguel is also a welcome escape from crowds of rowdy youngsters.