24th BCV Car Boot Sale — Saint-Viaud

The 24th Car Boot Sale of the Badminton Club de Viaud in Saint-Viaud

The Badminton Club de Viaud (BCV) has been organizing its annual car boot sale at the Salle du Lac, Rue du Parc des Sports, in Saint-Viaud for over two decades. This 24th edition confirms the establishment and popularity of an event that brings together exhibitors and visitors in a friendly and sporting atmosphere, in May, to mark the end of spring and celebrate the associative season.

La Salle du Lac, a privileged setting

The Salle du Lac in Saint-Viaud owes its name to its proximity to the communal lake, a natural space for relaxation and leisure that characterizes this town in the Nantes region. This versatile facility, located on Rue du Parc des Sports, hosts the commune's sporting and associative events. For the BCV car boot sale, it offers a comfortable indoor space, appreciated by both exhibitors and visitors who can browse the stalls protected from the weather.

Saint-Viaud, a commune in the Loire estuary

Saint-Viaud is a commune in the north of Loire-Atlantique, in the Nantes region, near the Saint-Nazaire bridge and the Loire estuary. Surrounded by hedgerows and preserved rural areas, it offers a peaceful living environment while being well connected to the region's economic centers. Its associative community, of which the Badminton Club de Viaud is an active representative, contributes to the quality of life of the inhabitants and the vibrancy of the area.

The Badminton Club de Viaud, a committed organizer

The Badminton Club de Viaud is an amateur sports club that practices and promotes badminton in Saint-Viaud and surrounding communes. The organization of the annual car boot sale is one of its main fundraising and outreach activities. The profits generated by the event help cover equipment costs, federation memberships, and competition travel expenses. This car boot sale is also an opportunity to open the club to the general public and introduce badminton to potential new players.

Participation conditions

The edition welcomes 75 exhibitors. Pitches are offered between €13 and €15 depending on the size, a reasonable price for the quality of the welcome provided. Visitors can freely explore the stalls and discover a wide variety of items: clothing, toys, books, sports equipment, tableware, tools, and collectibles. Catering is usually provided by club volunteers, allowing visitors to extend their day pleasantly.

Practical information

The 24th BCV car boot sale is held in May at the Salle du Lac, Rue du Parc des Sports, 44320 Saint-Viaud. 75 exhibitors. Exhibitor fee: €13-15€. Free entry for visitors.