Bouquinistes de la Rue du Taur Market

The Rue du Taur Bookstall Market, a Literary Rendezvous in Toulouse

In the heart of Toulouse's historic center, Rue du Taur hosts a bookstall market every Saturday that delights lovers of books and old paper. Set up along the facade of the Crous, six young and passionate booksellers offer a stock of over 8,000 titles covering all fields of knowledge and literature. This market perpetuates an old tradition of open-air booksellers, in the spirit of the famous quays of Paris.

A Vast and Eclectic Selection

The market stalls are brimming with literary treasures for all tastes and budgets. Paperbacks sit alongside hardcover editions, classic comic books are next to contemporary graphic novels. French and foreign literature, history, philosophy, humanities, fine arts, photography: each week brings its share of new discoveries. Prices are deliberately kept low to make reading accessible to as many people as possible.

Beyond Books: Posters, Photos, and Vinyl Records

The Rue du Taur bookstall market is not limited to books. A specialized stall offers original movie posters, art photographs, and vinyl records. Film buffs, music lovers, and collectors can find items that are often unavailable elsewhere, in a setting conducive to strolling and discovery.

Rue du Taur, a Toulouse Cultural Hub

Rue du Taur is one of Toulouse's most emblematic streets, connecting Place du Capitole to the Basilica of Saint-Sernin. Historically associated with booksellers and bookstores, it offers a natural setting for a bookstall market. Passersby walking up the street between shops, restaurants, and cultural venues gladly stop to browse a book or search the bins for a gem.

An Accessible and Friendly Market

Open from 9 am to 6 pm every Saturday, the Rue du Taur bookstall market is free to enter and can be visited at any time of the day. The booksellers are always available to advise readers, guide their research, or share their passion for books. It is a meeting and exchange place that contributes to the cultural vitality of Toulouse's center.