Vaqueiro Market

On the first weekend of August, San Martín de Luiña is transformed into a huge cowherd festival, as its Mercado Vaqueiro is one of the major events of the Asturian summer in the western region. A wide range of activities are organised around this market, including trips to the cattle pastures, parades, folk singing in taverns, bagpipe bands, and more.

There’s plenty of opportunity to experience the area’s traditional rural cattle-herding culture, which is why you can see traditional carts and wagons, or a re-enactment of a cattle-herders’ wedding. Not to mention the traditional crafts or the ‘vaqueiro’ menus available to sample in local restaurants. And, of course, there are always activities for children.

In short, it is a true celebration of pastoral culture and the Asturian countryside in the stunning setting of San Martín de Luiña. The Pastoral Market will transport you back to a bygone era and offer you a unique leisure experience.