Brocante de Montcy-Saint-Pierre

The Brocante de Montcy-Saint-Pierre: Neighborhood Spirit in Charleville-Mézières

Every spring, in May, the Montcy-Saint-Pierre neighborhood of Charleville-Mézières (08000) enlivens its main square with an annual flea market/car boot sale. This local event, organized at the neighborhood level, perpetuates the tradition of neighborhood flea markets that enrich the associative fabric of the Ardennes.

Place de Montcy Saint-Pierre: At the Heart of the Neighborhood

The event location, Place de Montcy Saint-Pierre (1 place de Montcy Saint-Pierre), is the beating heart of this residential neighborhood in Charleville-Mézières. From 6 am to 6 pm, exhibitors and visitors take over the square for a long day of treasure hunting. Residents of the neighborhood have priority for registration, with dedicated registration slots from the parish.

Registrations take place at the parish hall on rue J. Ferry, initially exclusively for residents of Montcy-Saint-Pierre, then opened to everyone a few days later. The fee is €6 for 3 meters of space. Spots fill up quickly, so it is advisable to register promptly.

A Village Atmosphere in the Heart of the Prefecture

The Montcy-Saint-Pierre flea market is unique in resembling a village flea market, despite being located in the prefecture of the Ardennes. The atmosphere is friendly and family-oriented, with many neighbors gathering to clear out their attics and find good deals. You can find a wide variety of everyday items: clothing, toys, books, dishes, small furniture, and trinkets of all kinds.

Charleville-Mézières, Prefecture of the Ardennes

Charleville-Mézières is the prefecture of the Ardennes department (08), known worldwide for its International Puppetry Festival, its baroque Place Ducale, and its connection to the poet Arthur Rimbaud. The Montcy-Saint-Pierre neighborhood, in the northern part of the city, offers a quiet and green residential setting conducive to this neighborhood event.