Brocante of Beaumont-le-Roger May 1st

The May 1st Flea Market, 100 exhibitors in Beaumont-le-Roger

Every May 1st, Beaumont-le-Roger hosts its large annual flea market with around 100 exhibitors. This event, organized on Labor Day, is one of the highlights of the year in this medieval town in the Risle valley. Professional dealers and private exhibitors offer a complete panorama of antique and second-hand items in the exceptional historical setting of Beaumont-le-Roger.

Beaumont-le-Roger, medieval town with romantic ruins

Beaumont-le-Roger is a commune of about 3,000 inhabitants dominated by the majestic ruins of its 13th-century Augustinian priory. These ruins, among the most beautiful medieval ruins in Normandy, form a unique romantic setting that gives the flea market a special atmosphere. The town is built on the banks of the Risle, whose meanders create an exceptional natural landscape in the Norman greenery.

100 exhibitors, a dense and varied offering

With its 100 exhibitors, the May 1st flea market in Beaumont-le-Roger is a significant event for a town of this size. This number reflects the attractiveness of the event and the dynamism of local associations. The stalls offer a wide assortment: Norman and Breton furniture, regional earthenware and ceramics, silverware and antique cutlery, old books and documents, vintage clothing and accessories, antique toys and games, knick-knacks and decorative objects, tools and craft items.

May 1st, a festive and friendly day

May 1st is a public holiday with a particularly festive atmosphere in France. Families and friends take advantage of this day off to meet and stroll among the flea market stalls. The atmosphere is relaxed and joyful, enhanced by the spring warmth and the beauty of Beaumont-le-Roger's natural setting. The tradition of lily of the valley on May 1st blends with that of bargain hunting to create a unique event in the collective memory of the people of the Risle.