--- title: "Supermarkets in Jávea – Where to Shop" description: "Supermarkets in Jávea: Mercadona, Lidl, Carrefour, Consum. Opening hours, locations and tips." lang: en json-ld: | [ [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "About Jávea", "item": "https://www.villasjavea.com/about-javea" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Practical Tips", "item": "https://www.villasjavea.com/practical-tips" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Supermarkets in Jávea", "item": "https://www.villasjavea.com/practical-tips/supermarkets" } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Article", "headline": "Supermarkets in Jávea", "description": "Supermarkets in Jávea: Mercadona, Lidl, Carrefour, Consum. 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Several specialty shops near Cap Marti serve the Dutch expat community." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is there a fresh food market?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes – the municipal market in the old town runs Mon–Sat 08:00–14:00, and an outdoor Thursday market at the port." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do supermarkets accept cards?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes – contactless card payments are universally accepted." } } ] } ] --- [Skip to main content](#main-content) [![Villas Jávea - Holiday rentals in Jávea, Spain](/assets/logo_villas_javea-Bj7-HLKi.png)](/) [Holiday rentals](/holiday-rentals)[Long-term rentals](/long-term-rentals) [About Jávea](/about-javea) [Blog](/blog) [](/wishlist)[Sign in](/signin)[List your property](/list-your-property) [](/wishlist) ![Supermarkets in Jávea](/assets/practical-tips-BlJ8l0Mr.jpg) Practical Tips # Supermarkets in Jávea Where to shop for groceries in Jávea – every major Spanish chain has a branch in town. [](/)[About Jávea](/about-javea) [Practical Tips](/practical-tips) Supermarkets in Jávea Navigate sections Explore Jávea [Areas](/areas) [Beaches](/beaches) [Attractions](/attractions) [Activities & tours](/activities) [Sports & outdoor](/sports) [Food & drinks](/food-drinks) [For kids & families](/for-families) [Practical tips](/practical-tips) [Best Time to Visit Jávea](/practical-tips/best-time-to-visit)[Car Rental in Jávea](/practical-tips/car-rental)[Supermarkets in Jávea](/practical-tips/supermarkets)[Medical Care in Jávea](/practical-tips/medical-care)[Public Transport in Jávea](/practical-tips/public-transport)[Parking in Jávea](/practical-tips/parking)[Pharmacies in Jávea](/practical-tips/pharmacies)[Emergency Numbers in Spain](/practical-tips/emergency-numbers-spain)[View all](/practical-tips) [Events](/events) [Day trips](/day-trips) [Winter stays](/winter-stays) Jávea has a full range of supermarkets across all three zones (old town, port, Arenal). Mercadona is the most popular for everyday shopping; Lidl and Aldi for budget options; Carrefour for the widest range. Most open Monday–Saturday from 09:00 to 21:30. All major supermarkets close on Sundays except smaller convenience branches. ## Main supermarket chains - Mercadona – best balance of price/quality, three branches in Jávea - Lidl – cheapest for staples, two branches - Carrefour Express – Arenal, longer Sunday hours - Consum – local Valencian chain, good fresh produce - Aldi – Arenal, budget basics ## International products Iceland supermarket (UK foods) operates a branch in the Arenal. Several Dutch and Scandinavian shops cluster near Cap Marti for expat staples. ## Sunday and holiday opening Most supermarkets close on Sundays. Carrefour Express in the Arenal opens 09:00–14:00 Sundays in season. Small convenience stores (autoservicios) stay open all weekend. ## Markets and fresh food The municipal market in the old town runs Monday–Saturday 08:00–14:00. A weekly outdoor market takes over the port on Thursday mornings. ## Frequently asked questions ### Best supermarket in Jávea? ### Are supermarkets open on Sundays? ### Where can I buy British or Dutch products? ### Is there a fresh food market? ### Do supermarkets accept cards? ## More about practical tips [ ### Best Time to Visit Jávea When to visit Jávea? It depends on what you want – beaches, hiking, value or fiestas. Month-by-month guide. Read more about Best Time to Visit Jávea ](/practical-tips/best-time-to-visit)[ ### Car Rental in Jávea Renting a car in Jávea: what you need to know about prices, providers and airport pickup. Read more about Car Rental in Jávea ](/practical-tips/car-rental)[ ### Medical Care in Jávea Healthcare in Jávea: how to find doctors, hospitals and emergency care – with English-speaking options. 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