Car boot sale of the 11 locks of Hédé-Bazouges

The car boot sale of the 11 locks, an exceptional heritage setting

The car boot sale of the 11 locks is held on the historic site of the 11 locks of the Ille-et-Rance canal in Hédé-Bazouges (35630). This site, classified as a historic monument, provides an exceptional setting for a car boot sale: exhibitors set up their stalls along the towpath and in the green spaces bordering the staircase of locks, which allows the canal to overcome a drop of 27 meters in just 2 kilometers.

The 11 locks, a jewel of Breton river heritage

The staircase of 11 locks in Hédé-Bazouges is one of the most remarkable structures on the Ille-et-Rance canal, a waterway built in the early 19th century to connect the English Channel to the Atlantic. The locks, lined with stone lock-keeper's houses, are nestled in a green valley where nature and heritage blend harmoniously. The site also hosts a garden of old crafts and interpretation areas for river heritage.

Bargain hunting along the water

The car boot sale of the 11 locks offers a unique bargain hunting experience, combining the search for a good deal with the discovery of an exceptional natural and heritage site. Visitors can extend their visit with a walk along the canal, watch boats pass through the locks, and enjoy the tranquility of this preserved place. Admission is free and the atmosphere is relaxed.