Bonneuil-Matours Monthly Brocante Garage Sale

A monthly rhythm for thrifters

Bonneuil-Matours is a Grand Châtellerault commune, around 1,900 inhabitants, between Châtellerault and Chauvigny on the Vienne river, at the edge of Moulière forest. Thierry Ormal, a passionate organiser, runs a monthly brocante garage sale there every 4th Sunday — now a regular fixture for thrifters across the region.

2026 calendar

• Sunday 26 April 2026
• Sunday 24 May 2026
• Sunday 28 June 2026
• Sunday 26 July 2026
• Sunday 23 August 2026
• Sunday 27 September 2026
• Sunday 25 October 2026
• Sunday 29 November 2026
• Sunday 27 December 2026

Monthly concept

Unlike one-off events, monthly brocantes run on a steady rhythm. Sellers come back each month, sell down stocks gradually, and bond with regulars. Thrifters can visit multiple times a year, multiplying chances of that prized find. Friendly vibe, no big-event crush.

What to find

• Antique and vintage furniture
• Dishware, glassware, silver
• Books, comics, vinyl, CDs
• Knick-knacks, frames, lighting
• Vintage clothing, accessories
• Toys, games, plush
• Old tools, trade objects
• Postcards, paper ephemera
• Curiosities, unusual items

Seller info

€2/metre, very affordable. Setup from 6:30am. Public 8am-5pm. Thierry Ormal (+33 6 14 90 68 03) handles registration. Outdoor on Place du Commerce, with bar, catering, toilets and parking on site.

Bonneuil-Matours, Grand Châtellerault commune

Nestled in a Vienne meander, at the Clouère confluence. Picturesque town with Saint-Barthélémy church, former castle, and scattered hamlets. Next to Moulière forest (one of the Vienne's finest) and dynamic Grand Châtellerault. Increasingly draws families seeking a preserved setting 20 min from Châtellerault and 35 min from Poitiers.

Visitor tips

Come early for best choice (8am opening). Small cash helps — haggling is common. Friendly vibe, sellers often happy to discuss their items' history. Regular thrifters: come several months — stocks refresh, some sellers only attend occasionally.