Bucharest Cherry and Strawberry Festival Opens Amidst Complaints of High Prices

Bucharest's Matache Market has transformed into a vibrant celebration of summer's bounty with the opening of its Cherry and Strawberry Festival. Running until Sunday, the event aims to showcase Romanian produce, offer family-friendly activities, and provide relaxing spaces for visitors.

Organized by Sector 1 City Hall, the festival is open daily until 8:00 PM. Attendees can buy fresh fruits and traditional goods directly from farmers. The market also features specially designed relaxation areas with umbrellas and comfortable seating, alongside a themed photo zone. For younger visitors, creative workshops and activities are available, creating a welcoming environment for families.

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Don't go, it's a waste of time, the vendors are arrogant, they give you soggy cherries and strawberries, they all act smart.

Adjacent to the main festival, a "Flying Market" has been set up at the intersection of Mureș Street and Calea Griviței, offering authentic Romanian products. This market follows the same schedule as the main festival.

However, the festive mood has been tempered by customer complaints circulating online. Many visitors have expressed dissatisfaction with the prices, particularly for cherries, which are reportedly selling for up to 30 lei per kilogram. Some online comments described the experience as a "waste of time," citing "arrogant vendors" and the sale of "soggy" fruits. Questions were also raised about the taxes these vendors pay, which might contribute to the high prices.

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Cherries are quite expensive at 30 lei.