Apremont Amicale Laïque Flea Market

Apremont Amicale Laïque flea market

Apremont is a remarkable central Vendée commune of about 1,900 inhabitants, known for its Renaissance castle and medieval towers listed historic monuments. Great tourist appeal thanks to exceptional architectural heritage and Vendée coast proximity. Each year, the Amicale Laïque holds its flea market for the public school.

2025 edition: Sunday 29 June 2025. Likely 2026 date: Sunday 28 June 2026 (brocabrac.fr). Late-June flea market benefits from early holidaymakers and fine weather.

What to find

• Private sellers: crockery, knick-knacks, textiles
• Children's clothing, toys, baby gear
• School books, comics, board games
• Small furniture and decor
• Tools and DIY

Apremont Amicale Laïque

Parents association of the Apremont public school. Annual flea market is the flagship event funding school trips, discovery classes and educational projects. Supporting public school is important in Vendée, historically marked by strong Catholic education.

Apremont, art-and-history village

One of Vendée's finest villages, Petite Cité de Caractère. 16th-century Renaissance castle with towers and gardens dominates the village and Vie valley. 15 min from Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, 20 min from Challans, 25 min from La Roche-sur-Yon. Part of Vie et Boulogne community of communes.

Access

Via D21 from Saint-Gilles or D978 from Challans. Free parking.

Extending the day

Apremont castle visit, Apremont lake and leisure base, Saint-Gilles beaches and port, Saint-Jean-de-Monts dunes.