25th Bignoux Champagne Capsule Exchange

25th edition: a quarter-century of passion

A champagne capsule exchange turning 25 in 2026 is remarkable. Bignoux, a small Greater Poitiers commune, has become a known placomusophile rendezvous for western France's collectors. The 25th fair runs Sunday 14 June 2026.

Placomusophilia is a popular French collection with tens of thousands of enthusiasts. Each capsule (muselet plate) is unique: house name, decorative pattern, sometimes serial number or limited edition. Tens of thousands of references — one of the richest, most affordable collections.

What to find

• Capsules from all big champagne houses (Moët, Krug, Roederer, Dom Pérignon)
• Independent Champagne growers' capsules
• Crémant and other sparkling capsules
• Old, rare, numbered capsules
• Special editions (Christmas, anniversaries)
• Specialist documentation, catalogues, albums

Exchange fair: the principle

Main logic is not classic buying but collector-to-collector swaps: doubles, missing, rare pieces traded. Sales also happen, with prices from cents (common) to hundreds of euros (rare).

Bignoux, a discreet Greater Poitiers village

About 1,100 inhabitants 10 km east of Poitiers in the Poitou countryside. Rural heritage (Romanesque church) and capital-proximity make a pleasant setting. Also has an annual flea market — active community life.

Nearby

Poitiers (15 min). Chauvigny medieval town (20 min). Saint-Savin UNESCO abbey (40 min).

Beginner tips

Curious non-collectors: a great entry point — placomusophiles love sharing knowledge. Start a collection cheaply (a few euros for 30 capsules). Bring an album or box for first finds. Fairs are learning as much as trading spots.