Vivonne Brocante and Antiques Fair

A professional fair in a heritage setting

Vivonne is a small town of about 3,500 inhabitants 20 km south of Poitiers, at the confluence of the Clain, Vonne and Palais. On Sunday 26 April 2026, a brocante and antiques fair unfolds at Cercigny Chapel, a lovely heritage venue. Doors at 9am, 30 or so professional sellers, clearly distinguishing it from a classic garage sale.

A 100% professional fair

Unlike a standard vide-grenier, this event is for professional antiques dealers only. Visitors therefore get a more selective and quality offering: expertised pieces, restored antique furniture, authenticated curios. Prices match — but so does the quality. Ideal for collectors, decorators and antiques lovers.

What to find

• Antique and period furniture (Louis XV, Louis XVI, Napoleon III, Art Deco)
• Antique paintings, engravings, watercolours
• Porcelain, faience (Limoges, Sarreguemines...)
• Silver, goldsmithery
• Antique lighting and chandeliers
• Clocks, watches
• Bronzes, sculptures
• Libraries, antique and bound books
• Collectibles, numismatics
• Postcards, paper ephemera

Cercigny Chapel

Cercigny Chapel is a heritage site in Vivonne, adding charm to the event. Old architecture, green surroundings, a muted atmosphere that contrasts with the bustle of open-air flea markets.

Vivonne, gateway to Lusignanais

Saint-Étienne church (12th c.), old streets, a mill, Clain banks. Local chief-town and gate to Lusignanais (Lusignan and Melusine tower) and southern Vienne. Sanxay Gallo-Roman sanctuary less than 30 min away, Coulombiers castle too.

Visiting tips

Professional fairs reward a slow pace: examine pieces, chat with sellers (often happy specialists), negotiate politely. Bring a suitable budget and vehicle for possible furniture finds.