Marsaxlokk Sunday Fish Market

You'll find Marsaxlokk to the South East end ofthe island of Malta. This is a beautiful fishing village and one of the oldest ports in Malta, with the population of 3,277 people. The name Marsaxlokk comes from Mersa and Xlokk, Arabic words meaning harbor and south eastern wind of the Mediterranean. Resulting in Marsaxlokk- harbor with the south east wind.. Marsaxlokk stands as the second largest natural harbor of Malta.

Fishing is the primary occupation of the Marsaxlokk people. Such a peaceful setting is a proud defender of it's Maltese traditions. Marsaxlokk people form strong communities that rely on each other. The population has grown in nearby villages which has decreased the fishing industry somewhat. However, Malta's majority of fish surplus is from the fish caught in this picturesque fishing harbor. Lampuki is a popular fish that is caught in large numbers during the spring. A fish market is held on Sundays on the open quay selling the fresh catch. This Sunday market can be seen selling other fresh local produce, clothes, footwear and tourist souvenirs.

There is no better place in Malta to experience the fresh Mediterranean seafood than Marsaxlokk. The best time to go is during the Sunday Market. Tables of seafood are laid out for passer byes. Here the restaurants will purchase quantities of fish that are quickly eaten by the many visitors to the village. Here at the Marsaxlokk Sunday Market you will see the true nature of life in a Maltese fishing village.Marsaxlokk is amazing.

There are many natural harbors in Malta. Marsaxlokk having the second largest, and positioned with a relatively protected and calm water, is why it has been a fishing haven for countless generations. The people of this area go back to a time where they lived in the Ghar Dalam Cave next to the neighboring village of Tas Silig. Neolithic settlements have left behind evidence of their fishing capabilities and the importance of it in their daily lives.

People who take pleasure in statue will love the various statues around the village of Marsaxlokk. Our Lady in a Luzzu, St Andrew, the patron saint of Fishermen and the Madonna and Child are extremely excellent instances of the protectors of this gorgeous fishing village. In 1900 the statue of Madonna and Child was gifted to Marsaxlokk for Lecce, Italy


There is no shortage of accommodations in Marsaxlokk. You can easily find apartment rentals, hotels and guesthouses at a very reasonable rate. The bus will take you here from Valetta on bus route 27. If you are coming from Bugibba route 627 and from Sliema route 427. The bus ride is an enjoyable part of the Malta experience not to be missed. Taxi's are available for those in more of a hurry.