Braderie Printemps-Été de Chartres

La Braderie Printemps-Été de Chartres

Every last Saturday of March, Chartres officially launches the street sale season with its big Spring-Summer Braderie. This popular annual event brings together local shopkeepers and individual exhibitors in the streets and squares of the Chartres city center, offering visitors a full day of bargains under the sign of spring renewal.

A Commercial and Festive Event

The spring street sale in Chartres is much more than just a flea market: it is a real highlight of Chartres' commercial life. Downtown shops actively participate in the event, offering exceptional sales and discounted items on sidewalks, in the tradition of the great street sales of northern France. Individual exhibitors mingle, creating a lively and friendly atmosphere.

The Exceptional Setting of Chartres

The street sale benefits from the unique setting of Chartres, a city of art and history dominated by its majestic Gothic cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The picturesque alleys of the historic district, the lively squares, and the shopping streets of the city center form a perfect backdrop for this spring commercial event. Visitors can combine their visit to the street sale with the discovery of the historical riches of the Beauce city.

Clothing, Objects, and Finds of All Kinds

The offerings during the Braderie Printemps-Été de Chartres are particularly varied. You can find clothes for all seasons discounted by ready-to-wear boutiques, as well as decorative items, leather goods, books, records, and all sorts of objects offered by individuals. It's the ideal opportunity to refresh your wardrobe for the good season or to find original pieces at a lower cost.

A Chartres Spring Tradition

This street sale is part of the long tradition of spring street sales that punctuate the festive calendar of towns in the Centre-Val de Loire region. It attracts a loyal crowd every year from Chartres and surrounding towns in Eure-et-Loir, making it a social as well as a commercial event. On the last Saturday of March, the city comes alive from the morning and the street sale continues until the end of the day.