Brocante Vide-Grenier de Gouzon

The Gouzon Flea Market and Car Boot Sale: Treasure Hunting on July 14th in Combraille

July 14th is traditionally a day of celebration in France, and Gouzon is no exception, offering its flea market and car boot sale on the Place de l'Église. This event is part of the national holiday festivities, giving visitors the opportunity to combine treasure hunting with republican celebration. Stalls are set up around the church and in the adjacent streets of this historic town in Combraille.

Gouzon, a Former Stronghold of Combraille

Gouzon is a town with a rich past, its name evoking an old fortified place. Located on the road between Guéret and Montluçon, at the crossroads of Combraille and Marche, the village has been a crossroads since the Middle Ages. The church, around which the flea market is held, is the historic heart of the town. The granite houses, narrow streets, and surrounding countryside form a typical landscape of this part of Creuse, at the junction between Limousin and Auvergne.

ASG, a Player in Gouzon's Community Life

L'Avenir Sportif de Gouzon (ASG) is a versatile association that enlivens local life beyond just sports. The association regularly organizes flea markets and car boot sales, contributing to the dynamism of the town. Its events, held at the stadium or in the village center, bring together individuals and professionals in a friendly atmosphere, with on-site catering and covered areas in case of bad weather.

Practical Information

The flea market is held on the Place de l'Église and in the streets of Gouzon's center. Entry is free for visitors. Gouzon is accessible from Guéret via the D942, about 30 km east of the prefecture. The town has shops, cafes, and restaurants for refreshments.