Manilva travels back to the Middle Ages with a seaside market at the Castillo de la Duquesa

The Costa del Sol has added a different kind of plan for the final days of July and the beginning of August. The area around the Castillo de la Duquesa, in the Málaga municipality of Manilva, is hosting a new edition of its traditional medieval market, which can be visited until 3 August by the Mediterranean Sea.

During these days, the setting around the castle is transformed into a small journey back in time, with medieval-inspired decoration, wooden stalls, costumed characters and a programme designed for all audiences.

Crafts, traditional trades and medieval atmosphere

One of the main attractions of the market is the presence of artisans and specialist stalls. Visitors can browse different spaces dedicated to ceramics, leather goods, jewellery, natural cosmetics and wooden toys, as well as watch live demonstrations of traditional crafts.

The proposal aims to recreate the atmosphere of old medieval markets, combining commerce, entertainment and participation in a setting with strong historical and scenic value.

Food to complete the visit

The route will also include a wide gastronomic offer. Stalls will serve grilled meats, cured meats, cheeses, sweets and other specialities, as well as taverns where visitors can take a break and enjoy the atmosphere of the market.

The combination of food, crafts and shows makes the visit especially attractive for families, groups of friends and tourists looking for a different plan during their holidays on the Costa del Sol.

Music, juggling and street performances

The market will feature continuous entertainment with musicians, jugglers, street performers and medieval characters moving through the venue throughout the day. There will also be activities aimed at children, reinforcing the family-friendly nature of the event.

The setting will be one of the key elements of the experience, with parades and performances designed so that visitors do not simply browse the stalls, but feel part of an open-air theatrical event.

A market beside the Castillo de la Duquesa

The chosen location adds extra value to the event. The market takes place around the Castillo de la Duquesa, in the Puerto de la Duquesa area, a coastal part of Manilva located by the sea and well connected to other points of the Costa del Sol via the A-7 motorway.

On the busiest days, visitors are advised to arrive early to find parking and enjoy the market at a relaxed pace, especially in the late afternoon and evening.

A summer plan for all audiences

Manilva’s medieval market is presented as an alternative to the classic beach plan. It allows visitors to walk by the sea, discover handmade products, try food from the stalls and enjoy performances in a historic setting.

With this event, the Castillo de la Duquesa once again becomes the stage for an activity that combines heritage, family leisure and summer atmosphere, strengthening the programme of outdoor plans on the western Costa del Sol.

Useful information

📍 Location: area around the Castillo de la Duquesa, Manilva.
📅 Date: until 3 August.
🏰 Event: medieval market by the sea.
🛍️ Offer: crafts, ceramics, leather goods, jewellery, natural cosmetics and wooden toys.
🍖 Food: grilled meats, cured meats, cheeses, sweets and taverns.
🎭 Activities: music, juggling, street performers, medieval characters and children’s activities.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Audience: families, residents and visitors.
🚗 Access: via the A-7, with visitors advised to arrive early to find parking.

The information comes from the article published by 20 Minutos about the medieval market at the Castillo de la Duquesa, in Manilva.