28th Car Boot Sale and Craft Fair of Merville

28 years of tradition: the Merville Car Boot Sale and Craft Fair

For 28 years, the Foyer Rural de Merville has been organizing its Car Boot Sale and Craft Fair, which has become a must-attend event for bargain hunters and craft enthusiasts in the north of Toulouse. This longevity testifies to the attachment of the Merville residents to this popular event that marks the return of sunny days each year in this town in Haute-Garonne.

A dual event: car boot sale and crafts

The originality of this event lies in the coexistence of a classic car boot sale and a craft fair. On one hand, individuals offer their second-hand items: clothing, toys, books, tableware, trinkets, and small furniture. On the other hand, local artisans and creators present their productions: handmade jewelry, pottery, textile creations, local products, and gastronomic specialties. This alliance between second-hand goods and crafts makes this day a complete and diverse treasure-hunting experience.

The Foyer Rural, heart of associative life

The Foyer Rural de Merville is the pillar of the associative life of the commune. Located in the heart of the village, it federates local initiatives and organizes cultural, festive, and solidarity events throughout the year. The Car Boot Sale and Craft Fair is one of the highlights of this calendar, mobilizing many volunteers to welcome exhibitors and visitors in the best conditions.

Merville, between the Save river and the Bouconne forest

Merville is a commune of about 4,500 inhabitants located about twenty kilometers northwest of Toulouse, in the Save plain. The village benefits from the proximity of the Bouconne forest, the green lung of the Toulouse agglomeration. Its heritage includes an 18th-century castle and a listed church. The car boot sale is part of the dynamic of a village that combines a rural setting with urban proximity.

Conviviality and gastronomy

As every year, refreshments and food are provided by the volunteers of the Foyer Rural. Grills, sandwiches, and drinks accompany visitors throughout this day of treasure hunting and artisanal discovery. A moment of sharing appreciated by all.