Braderie Brocante de Montendre

The Braderie Brocante de Montendre: The Back-to-School Celebration in Haute Saintonge

Each year at the end of September, the town center of Montendre transforms into a vast open-air market for the Street Sale-Flea Market of the Shopkeepers. This festive event, organized over two days, brings together local shopkeepers, flea market exhibitors, and individuals looking to hunt for treasures or sell their items.

A Weekend of Entertainment in the Heart of the Spa Town

Montendre, a small town in Charente-Maritime nestled in the south of the department on the edge of the Double Saintongeaise forest, is known for its lake, its thermal baths, and its medieval heritage. The town center, with its shopping streets and main square, offers an ideal setting for this back-to-school street sale. Visitors wander among the flea market stalls, the shopkeepers' stands offering end-of-line items and promotions, and the entertainment organized for the occasion: tombola, games, and ambient music.

Flea Market and Bargains for Everyone

The street sale skillfully blends the spirit of the traditional flea market with that of a commercial street sale. On one hand, bargain hunters sift through old tableware, trinkets, vintage clothing, and decorative items. On the other hand, Montendre's shopkeepers are clearing their stocks and offering items at reduced prices. On-site catering, provided by local associations and shopkeepers, allows visitors to extend their stroll throughout the day.

Montendre, Crossroads of Haute Saintonge

Located on the road between Jonzac and Blaye, Montendre benefits from a geographical position that attracts visitors from all over southern Charente-Maritime and northern Gironde. The surrounding forest, the Baron-Desqueyroux lake, and the local heritage make it a pleasant destination to complement a day of treasure hunting with a walk in nature.