"Barcelona's world-famous La Boqueria market - officially 'Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria' - is preparing for a major €12 million refurbishment aimed at bringing the beloved landmark back to its roots as a hub of local food, culture, and community. According to the Barcelona City Council, the renovation project will begin in summer 2026 and continue through 2027, with works carefully staged so the market can remain partially open,"
"For years, La Boqueria has been one of Europe's busiest food markets, attracting around 25 million visitors annually. Once the daily shopping spot for locals, it gradually transformed into a tourist magnet filled with juice stalls and takeaway counters. The city now hopes to rebalance the market's offer and restore its traditional Catalan character."
"The plan was approved by the Institute of Markets of Barcelona (IMMB) and received overwhelming support from stallholders - with more than 90% voting in favour. The project also aligns with the ongoing regeneration of La Rambla and Plaça de la Gardunya, making the market's redesign part of a broader push to improve the city centre's livability."
La Boqueria will receive a €12 million refurbishment beginning summer 2026 and running through 2027, with works staged to allow the market to remain partially open. Upgrades include a full modernisation of the fish hall, replacement of an ageing asbestos roof, improved ventilation and bathrooms, and enhanced energy efficiency with solar panels. The market attracts around 25 million visitors yearly and shifted from a local shopping spot to a tourist-focused destination. New stallholder rules will require at least 40% fresh products. The plan has IMMB approval and over 90% stallholder support and ties into wider La Rambla regeneration.
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