Els Encants de Barcelona: an emblematic market

Located in a new and spectacular building in Plaza de Les Glòries, Els Encants de Barcelona are one of the most emblematic and oldest markets in the city. With a wide variety of products and a unique atmosphere, this place is perfect for lovers of antiques, second-hand objects and bargains.

A market with history

The most important and oldest antiques and second-hand items market in Barcelona is the Bellcaire Fair, better known as the Mercado dels Encants de Barcelona. Open every day, it is currently located south of Les Glòries square, under a modern futuristic structure built to improve the conditions of merchants and increase the number of people it can accommodate.

The Mercado dels Encants de Barcelona-Feria de Bellcaire is considered one of the oldest fairs in Europe, and some believe that its origin may date back to the 15th century. What is certain is that since 1929 its location has been the Plaza de Les Glòries, where generations of merchants and buyers have been able to sell or acquire all types of old, new, curious or conventional objects at very affordable prices.

Mixture of past and present

In addition to the stalls that are established daily in the market, every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at seven in the morning the well-known auction of objects is held, attended by antique collectors and various old fetishists , and which is unique in Catalonia and Europe. The current mix of old merchants, lifelong neighbors, tourists and young people in search of vintage clothing makes dels Encants an interesting place where getting lost for a while can become a real pleasure.

If you are looking for something special or simply want to enjoy the unique atmosphere of this market, you cannot miss a visit to Encants de Barcelona. Enter a world of objects with history and find authentic treasures at very affordable prices. You won't regret it!