Eco Markets in Costa del Sol: A Fresh and Family-Friendly Guide

This one’s more than a market — it’s a weekend plan.

A slower pace. A basket full of colour. A chance to meet the people who actually grow your food.

Because let’s be honest — eating healthy as a family is a lot more fun when it involves real conversations, local olive oil, and the kind of tomatoes your kids actually want to snack on.

Whether you’re hunting down seasonal favourites like white grapefruit, purple carrots, or just the freshest lettuce around, eco and farmer’s markets are giving the perfect community vibes!

We’ve rounded up the most family-friendly eco and farmer’s markets across Costa del Sol — the kind of places where you can grab organic veggies, chat with the farmer who grew your garlic, and maybe even pet a goat. 🐐

🌾 LOS BARRIOS: Granja Escuela (Farm School) Market

📍Granja Escuela, Los Barrios
🕙2nd & last Sunday of each month, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

You’ll find food trucks, fresh organic produce, ecological cheeses, handmade bread, natural cosmetics, and even ceremonial cacao.

But the real highlight? The farm visit. For €10 per person, you can spend the day meeting the animals, enjoying nature, and giving your kids a real taste of countryside life.

A perfect plan to come as a family, support local and connect with the earth 💚

🌾 COÍN: Agro-Food Market of the Guadalhorce Valley

📍Parque Agroalimentario del Guadalhorce (next to La Trocha / Carrefour)
🕙Every Sunday, 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM

One of the region’s best-known markets, Coín’s Sunday gathering brings in families from all over the province. You’ll find seasonal fruits and vegetables, honey, cheeses, pastries, cold cuts, handmade goods, and more — all from local producers.

Bonus: Easy access from the A-355 and plenty of free parking.

🌾 CÁRTAMA: Local Eco Market

📍Zona Urbanización Chavez, Estación de Cártama
🕙1st Sunday of each month

A smaller but mighty option, this monthly market is part of the eco-friendly initiatives around the Guadalhorce region. Expect a nice mix of seasonal fruits and veggies, baked goods, and handmade items — perfect for a slower Sunday morning.

🌾 MÁLAGA. Part of Guadalhorce Ecológico Bio Market Circuit*

📍Paseo de Reding, Málaga
🕙2nd Sunday of the month. 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

A spotlight market with food trucks and fresh produce. Close to the Elviria town center.

📍Parque Huelin (by the lake), Málaga
🕙4th Saturday of the month. 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Right by the seafront — easy to combine with a beach walk or café stop.

🌾 BENALMÁDENA. Part of Guadalhorce Ecológico Bio Market Circuit*

📍Recinto Ferial La Paloma, Benalmádena
🕙1st & 3rd Sunday of the month. 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

The organic market here draws both locals and visitors with seasonal produce and artisan food.

🌾 CALA DE MIJAS. Part of Guadalhorce Ecológico Bio Market Circuit*

📍Bulevar de La Cala de Mijas
🕙 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month. 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Perfect to pair with a seaside brunch or bike ride along the promenade.

🌾 MARBELLA. Part of Guadalhorce Ecológico Bio Market Circuit*

📍Elviria
🕙1st & 3rd Saturday of the month. 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

📍C. Sirio, Nueva Andalucía
🕙3rd Saturday of the month. 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

* Organised by the non-profit Guadalhorce Ecológico Bio Market Circuit, this rotating market network brings together certified organic producers from Málaga, Cádiz, and Córdoba.

Their mission?

To connect people directly with eco-conscious farmers and build a more sustainable food culture.

What you’ll find: Organic produce, local olive oils, seasonal fruit, natural jams, handmade soaps, wines, zero-waste items, and a slow morning vibe with neighbours and local families.

Tip: Always check the market schedules each month before going — they change with the seasons. Many appear only one weekend per month.


✨ Notes Before You Head Out

Whether you’re stocking up on veggies, showing the kids where food really comes from, or just wandering the stalls with a coffee in hand — these markets offer more than groceries.

They’re little pockets of community where good food meets good people.

Tag us @littlefamilyhub if you visit one (bonus points for goat pics 🐐) — and if we’ve missed your favourite market, send it our way. We’ll keep this list growing like a well-loved veggie patch. 🌱

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Sources:
https://guadalhorceecologico.org/calendario/
https://parqueagrarioguadalhorce.com/mercadillos/#
https://turismocoin.es/en/lugares/you-cant-miss/agri-food-market-guadalhorce-valley