City market in Żywiec

The municipal market in Żywiec, known as Targówek, is one of the most recognizable trading places in the city. Located at Świętokrzyska 40B, right next to the NOWA Shopping Centre, it has been a key destination for everyday shopping for residents of Żywiec and the surrounding area for many years.

The market occupies a fenced and paved area of approximately 2,300 m². It offers covered market stalls, numerous trading spaces, a parking area, lighting and access to toilets, ensuring comfort for both customers and vendors. Trading takes place from Monday to Saturday, with the widest selection of products traditionally available on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

The Targówek Municipal Market is open:

• Monday – Saturday: 6:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Sunday: 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

The busiest days, offering the largest number of vendors and the richest assortment, are Wednesdays and Saturdays.
On Saturdays, legal and supervised animal trading is also conducted under the supervision of a certified veterinarian.

Trading is permitted only in designated areas and in accordance with the applicable market regulations. Vendors are required to maintain cleanliness at their stands, use only assigned trading spaces and hold the necessary permits. The full market regulations are available for download on the website.

The history of fairs and markets in Żywiec dates back to 1518, when the city was granted the privilege to organize official fairs. For centuries, trade has played a vital role in the life of the city, bringing together merchants, farmers and craftsmen from the region.

Today, the Targówek municipal market in Żywiec continues this tradition. It is a place of meetings, everyday shopping and local exchange – combining historical heritage with a modern, well-organized trading space.

If you value local products, attractive prices and the authentic atmosphere of a traditional market, Targówek is a place well worth visiting regularly.