Bourse Militaria de Cruas

An essential militaria fair in Ardèche

Every year in April, the town of Cruas (07350) hosts its Bourse Militaria, organized by the Tir Sportif de Cruas. This event dedicated to collectors is held at the Salle des Fêtes, Place René Cassin, in the center of the Ardèche commune. Since its first editions, it has established itself as an unmissable regional event for enthusiasts of militaria, antique weapons, and items related to military heritage and hunting.

The event brings together specialized exhibitors—individuals and professionals—who offer a wide variety of items: military uniforms, equipment, decorations and medals, regulation and collectible weapons, shooting and hunting accessories, historical books and documents, photographs and military souvenirs, as well as objects related to war heritage. The quality and rarity of the pieces exhibited attract collectors from all over the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region and beyond.

An indoor multi-collection show

Held indoors, the fair offers visitors appreciable comfort, regardless of the spring weather. The Salle des Fêtes de Cruas has sufficient capacity to accommodate numerous exhibitors and visitors in good conditions. The nearby parking facilitates access for those coming with equipment or with family.

The fair is not limited to militaria stricto sensu: it also hosts fairs related to hunting and shooting, consistent with the activity of the organizing club. Therefore, one can also find collectible cartridges, hunting accessories, used sports shooting equipment, as well as specialized books and magazines. This versatility makes it an attractive multi-collection show for a varied audience of enthusiasts.

The 10th edition and the dynamism of the Tir Sportif de Cruas

The fair has reached its 10th edition, demonstrating its deep roots in the cultural and associative life of Cruas and the loyalty of its audience. Carefully organized by the members of the Tir Sportif de Cruas, it has become a true local institution over the years, with a reputation that extends far beyond the borders of the Ardèche department.

The organizing club, the Tir Sportif de Cruas, is an Ardèche sports association that practices target shooting. By organizing this annual fair, it contributes to the influence of its commune and the promotion of military and hunting heritage to the general public. For any information, the main contact is Mr. Hervé Uguen, reachable at 06 78 45 97 15.

Cruas, a commune in Ardèche on the banks of the Rhône

Cruas is a commune in southern Ardèche, located on the right bank of the Rhône, between Montélimar and Le Teil. It is particularly known for its 11th-century Romanesque abbey church, a listed Historic Monument, and for its nuclear power plant. The commune belongs to the territory of the Ardèche Rhône Coiron community of communes. Its geographical location, at the crossroads of major communication routes, makes it easily accessible from the entire region.