Every Thursday afternoon, the Szombathely Farmers’ Market comes alive at 5-7 Hunyadi Road, right under the canopies along St. Martin Street (Szent Márton utca). Locals and food enthusiasts can browse rows of freshly picked produce, additive-free delicacies, and handmade treasures crafted by dedicated farmers and artisans. With a constantly rotating selection, there’s always something new to discover—juicy fruits, crisp vegetables, fragrant honey, zesty syrups, jams, and plenty of homemade delights.
Real Food, Real People
Shopping at this market isn’t just about buying groceries—it’s an experience rooted in tradition, quality, and supporting your well-being. You get fresher, more nutrient-rich food while directly supporting Hungarian small-scale producers who put their hearts into their craft. Each Thursday, both Market Halls I and II open their doors, so don’t forget to visit both; you’ll find much more than your typical grocery run.
What Should You Try?
You’re spoiled for choice: crisp, seasonal vegetables and fruits bursting with natural flavor, whole grains, legumes, local meats and fish, dairy products, fresh eggs, plus nuts and seeds. Want to give your body a boost? Pick up butternut squash for vitamin D, sauerkraut for probiotics, apples for detox, walnuts for a dose of omega-3, honey for immunity, and legumes packed with B vitamins and iron. Sustainable, minimal-packaging options abound, making it easy to shop greener and smarter.
The People Behind the Produce
Meet the faces behind your food—farmers like Józsefné Krajczár, offering savory pickles and pumpkin seed oil; Teruska Lászlóné Horváth, selling vegetables and fruit; and Mrs. Gábor Nagy & Gábor Nagy from the Nagy Family Apiary (Nagy családi méhészet), who reward loyal shoppers with 5-10% off based on your spending (up to $27, and above $27). Meats, smoked goods, and eggs are provided by artisans such as Hilda Joós, Richárd Nagy, and Zoltán Desits (with a 5% discount on purchases over $13.50). Got a sweet tooth? Try honey, apple juice, sugar-free jams, additive-free premium fruit juices, syrups, and dried fruits from vendors like Szilvia Balogh and Táborhegyi Fruit Orchard (Táborhegyi Gyümölcsöskert). You’ll also find gluten-free pasta (every other week), wild sourdough breads, house-made pastries, quail eggs, specialty herbs, oils, mushrooms, and sea buckthorn treats—many vendors offer loyalty discounts as well.
Visit, Taste, Support
Every Thursday from 1 PM to 4:30 PM, the market thrives beneath the arcades of Szombathely’s main Market Hall (northern side, St. Martin Street / Szent Márton utca). Dates are set for October 23, October 30, and November 6, 2025. New producers and sellers are warmly welcomed—fresh, authentic, and sustainable food awaits. Come, enjoy the lively marketplace atmosphere, and know you’re making a difference with every bite.
