Grand spring street sale in the city center of Lens, boulevard Basly
The Braderie de Printemps de Lens is one of the unmissable events of the mining basin. Every year in April, boulevard Basly and the adjacent streets of the city center host over 220 exhibitors offering clothing, decorative items, antiques, and bargains of all kinds. This festive event enlivens the heart of the capital of the Mining Region for a great day of open-air treasure hunting.
Lens, an emblematic city of the UNESCO World Heritage mining basin, hosts its grand street sale every spring on boulevard Basly, a historic shopping street in the city center. With over 220 exhibitors, both professionals and individuals, it is one of the largest events of its kind in the Lens agglomeration.
The spring street sale is part of the long tradition of large popular markets in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. The aisles of boulevard Basly are transformed into a huge open-air market where you can find clothing, accessories, tableware, trinkets, toys, and vintage items. On-site catering and a friendly atmosphere make this day a moment of sharing appreciated by families in Lens.
Braderie de Printemps de Lens on Sunday, April 19, 2026, boulevard Basly in the city center. Over 220 exhibitors expected.
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Boulevard Basly, centre-ville
Boulevard Basly, 62300 Lens