History and Tradition
The market in Grau/Grado is the oldest in Asturias and its origin dates back to the Middle Ages, when King Alfonso X the Wise granted the Carta Puebla to the town. Historically, it was held on Wednesdays, but since the Modern Age, the celebration of two weekly markets, on Wednesdays and Sundays, was consolidated thanks to its strategic location on the Camín Real de la Mesa and the Camino de Santiago.
What to find
Calle Manuel Pedregal and the plaza del General Ponte are the epicenter of this fair, where stalls are grouped for:
- Agri-food: Asturian cheeses (cow, sheep, goat), cured meats, chosco de Tineo, bollos preñaos, and empanadas.
- Bakery: Varieties of wheat, rye, corn, and spelt.
- Sweets: Anise donuts, sponge cakes, suspiros, and coconut macaroons.
- Others: Textile products, fashion, accessories, footwear, and handicrafts.
It is an essential appointment to enjoy the local atmosphere, vermouth, and Asturian gastronomy.