Autumn Street Sale

The autumn street sale of Secours populaire de Châteaulin

Every November, Châteaulin buzzes to the rhythm of the autumn street sale organized by the Secours populaire français. With over 900 m² of sales area, this solidarity event is one of the unmissable dates in the flea market calendar in the interior of Finistère. Clothes of all sizes, furniture, books, crockery, household appliances, toys, decorative items: the selection is immense and is renewed with each edition.

Secours populaire, a player in solidarity in Finistère

The Secours populaire français is an association that helps people in situations of poverty and exclusion. The Châteaulin delegation animates the Pays de Châteaulin-Porzay territory and organizes several events each year to collect funds and donations. The autumn street sale is its flagship event: the items sold come from donations from local residents, and the proceeds are fully reinvested in local social actions — food aid, school support, leisure activities for families in need.

The volunteer commitment underlying this event is considerable: sorting, stocking shelves, welcoming the public, cashiering — all tasks carried out by Secours populaire volunteers to ensure the day runs as smoothly as possible.

A second-hand market at low prices

The street sale is held at the rocade de Quimill, in Châteaulin, a site easily accessible from the town and its surroundings. The event's draw extends far beyond the town's borders: residents from Châteaulin-Porzay, the Pays de Quimper, and the entire Centre-Finistère region gather to browse the stalls and find bargains. Admission is free, which helps to make it a popular event accessible to all budgets.

Châteaulin, in the heart of the Aulne

Châteaulin is a commune in the interior of Finistère, nestled in the Aulne valley and surrounded by the Monts d'Arrée and Montagnes Noires. As a sub-prefecture of the department, it is known for its wild natural landscapes and its water sports competitions on the Aulne river. The associative fabric is vibrant, and the Secours populaire street sale is one of its most emblematic examples.