Brocante de La Ferté-Vidame (spring)

The Spring Flea Market of the Comité des Fêtes

Every spring, the Comité des Fêtes de La Ferté-Vidame invites bargain hunters and lovers of beautiful finds to its annual May flea market. The event brings together about 120 exhibitors, a mix of private sellers and flea market professionals, who take over the village center for a day of open-air unpacking.

Admission is free for visitors. Pitches are available for rent at a modest linear meter rate, with no mandatory reservation depending on the edition. Refreshments and light catering are usually available on site to enhance the day.

La Ferté-Vidame, Petite Cité de Caractère

La Ferté-Vidame is a commune in Eure-et-Loir (28340) belonging to the Perche region, labeled a Petite Cité de Caractère. It is best known for its 18th-century castle, former residence of the Duke of Saint-Simon, whose neoclassical ruins and vast landscaped park are now owned by the Department of Eure-et-Loir. This exceptional setting gives local events a unique atmosphere.

The village center is crossed by charming streets, lined with characterful houses, a medieval church, and local shops. It is in this environment that the spring flea market takes place, attracting visitors from neighboring communes such as Senonches, Châteauneuf-en-Thymerais, and Dreux.

A Popular Tradition in the Heart of the Perche Eurelien

The spring flea market of La Ferté-Vidame is part of the local festive calendar, alongside an autumn edition held in September. Together, they punctuate the associative life of the commune, allowing residents to clear out their attics and cellars while introducing the village to external visitors.

Bargain hunters will find a wide variety of items: country furniture, tableware, old books, vintage clothing, toys, and collectibles. The mix of local sellers and professional dealers guarantees an eclectic and quality offering.

Practical Information

The flea market takes place outdoors in the center of La Ferté-Vidame, accessible by car from Dreux (N12, approx. 20 km) or from Nogent-le-Rotrou. Parking is available on the outskirts of the village. For any information on precise dates, contact the town hall or the Comité des Fêtes at 02 37 37 62 45.