Ordizia Market: a foodie tour

The Ordizia Market is a place where tradition and modernity meet. Here, local farmers, known as baserritarras, sell their fresh and high-quality products, while visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in Basque culture and traditions. 

Why visit the Ordizia Market?

The Ordizia Market is much more than a simple market. It is a showcase of Basque gastronomy and an opportunity to better understand the life of the baserritarras, the local farmers. Here, you can find a variety of local products, from apples and cider to tomatoes, nuts and the best Idiazabal cheese. The prices of these products are a benchmark in the sector, which makes this market a kind of local product exchange. In addition to the opportunity to buy and taste some of the most typical products of Basque gastronomy, the Ordizia Market also offers an interesting guided tour every Wednesday at 10 in the morning. This visit, organized by the d’Elikatuz gastronomic center, will take you through the streets of the old town of Ordizia, focusing on the activities and history of the market.

But that’s not all. The Ordizia Market is also a meeting place for locals. Here, you can see the baserritarras exchanging news and gossip, while children play in the square. It is a place full of life and energy, where you can feel the pulse of the local community. 

What to do after visiting the Ordizia Market?

After visiting the market, we recommend that you try the “azokako Pintxoa”, a pintxo specially made with seasonal products from the market, in the nearby bars and restaurants. You can also try the fried foods from Martinez Jatetxea, a classic among classics.

In the afternoon, you can visit the interpretation center of the Goierri region, located on the ground floor of d’Elikatuz, to better understand this region. Here, you can learn about the history and culture of the region, as well as its rich gastronomy.

In addition, Ordizia is a city with much to offer. You can stroll through its cobbled streets, visit its churches and enjoy its nightlife, if you still have energy. ;) You can also visit the nearby Aralar Natural Park, a place of incredible natural beauty.