Saint-Pierre-de-Maillé Antiques Fair

A fair by the Gartempe

Saint-Pierre-de-Maillé is a rural commune of around 850 inhabitants in the Montmorillonnais, eastern Vienne, on the Gartempe. The village stretches between the river and hillsides dotted with troglodyte caves inhabited since prehistory. Remarkable heritage (castle ruins, Notre-Dame church, troglodyte dwellings) and an outstanding natural setting make it one of Vienne's most endearing villages. The 15 August fair has become a key summer moment.

15 August in Saint-Pierre-de-Maillé

The 15 August choice follows the tradition of Poitevin village festivals, concentrating major events on summer public holidays. Peak tourist turnout guarantees attendance, while locals and neighbours gather after scattered holidays.

What to find

• Antique furniture: tables, chairs, chests, wardrobes
• Crockery, porcelain, earthenware, old glassware
• Knick-knacks, decorative objects, lamps
• Paintings, prints, frames
• Old books, reviews, postcards
• Old tools, farm objects
• Antique and costume jewellery
• Vinyl, records, old radios
• Baby gear, old toys, board games

A village of many treasures

Saint-Pierre-de-Maillé has remarkable heritage. La Roche caves, troglodyte dwellings carved in limestone, attest ancient human presence. Medieval castle ruins, Romanesque church, and Gartempe riverside walks provide many reasons to linger.

Eastern Montmorillonnais

In a particularly preserved part of the Montmorillonnais, near Vienne-Indre border. Brenne Regional Natural Park and its ponds nearby; Angles-sur-l'Anglin (Most Beautiful Village, 15 km); Saint-Savin-sur-Gartempe abbey (UNESCO frescoes, 10 km) make it an ideal weekend base.