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Supermarket Hours Set for Spain’s Constitution Weekend as Major Chains Confirm Openings

Spanish labor law provides no compensatory day for Saturday holidays, leaving hours to each retailer.

Overview

  • Constitution Day on Saturday, Dec. 6, and the Immaculate Conception on Monday, Dec. 8, are national holidays, with Saturday not moved to Monday under the labor statute.
  • Carrefour hypermarkets list holiday and Sunday hours of 10:00–22:00, with Dec. 6 and Dec. 8 scheduled to open, and the chain advises checking store pages for variations by format.
  • Mercadona departs from its typical holiday closures in Barcelona and the rest of Catalunya, with most stores reported open from 9:00 to 15:00 on Dec. 6.
  • Lidl is reported to operate on its usual schedule across Barcelona and Catalunya on both holidays, while Consum confirms 09:00–21:30 openings on Dec. 6 and Dec. 8 and Sunday closure.
  • Other chains show mixed plans by location and store type: Alcampo says most outlets keep standard hours, Dia opens Saturday on its normal schedule, Caprabo varies, and Charter largely maintains usual hours, so shoppers should verify local listings.