Jardres Flea Market and Antique Market

Jardres, Poitou countryside village

A commune of about 1,500 inhabitants 12 km east of Poitiers, between the capital and Chauvigny. Preserved rural character: Romanesque church, hedgerow landscape, active community life. Two markets in 2026: Sunday 14 June and Sunday 13 September — a rhythm typical of dynamic rural villages.

Each date has its flavour: June opens summer and draws Sunday families; September is more hunter-oriented with pros preparing pre-winter pieces.

What to find

• Village bric-à-brac
• Tableware, porcelain, glass
• Adults' and children's clothes, shoes
• Toys, games, books, comics
• Small furniture, decor
• Garden gear and tools (common in villages)

Twice a year: a good rhythm

Hunters can return: June = winter-accumulated goods; September = post-summer clear-outs. Sellers adjust. Testifies to local community dynamism.

Jardres near Chauvigny

Very close to Chauvigny (5 km), iconic Vienne medieval town with 5 fortresses (among Europe's most important). Big tourism asset: combine Jardres market with the Bishops' Castle and medieval town. Also Poitiers nearby (15 min).

Nearby

Chauvigny (5 min). Poitiers (15 min). Saint-Savin UNESCO abbey (25 min). Angles-sur-l'Anglin (40 min). La Roche-Posay (40 min).

Visit tips

Arrive before 9 am. Morning cool, then June heat or September mildness. Park and walk the village. Chat with sellers — stories abound. Lunch at refreshment stand or Chauvigny restaurant.