When the station opened in 2007, it was more than just a transit stop; it signaled the arrival of the modern tram at Alicante’s heart, connecting everyone from shopkeepers to sun-seekers. With a whopping price tag of nearly 30 million euros, it became the biggest and deepest station in the network-so deep, if you dropped a churro, it might hit terminal velocity! The hall below is so spacious it could fit 500 people for events, though, in true Spanish fashion, it sometimes prefers a siesta and isn’t always in use.
With escalators, elevators, and multiple entrances from all sides-including a secret pedestrian tunnel from beneath Avenida Alfonso el Sabio parking-you’re stepping into a crossroad of stories, echoes, and a symphony of footsteps. It’s no mystery why Mercado is one of the busiest TRAM stations. It’s not just a hub; it’s the underground heart of Alicante, pulsing day and night as travelers stream in and out, each with their own destination in mind.
