Car boot sale and Craft Fair of Saint-Père-sur-Loire

Car Boot Sale and Craft Fair in Saint-Père-sur-Loire

Every April, the town of Saint-Père-sur-Loire, in the Loiret region, hosts a spring event that combines a craft market and a car boot sale. This event, which can bring together up to a hundred exhibitors, takes place in the streets and spaces of this classified Val de Loire village, a short walk from the famous Saint-Benoît-sur-Loire Abbey.

The alliance of craftsmanship and second-hand goods

What makes this event rich is the complementarity between its two components. On one hand, creator artisans present their works: pottery, jewelry, textiles, carved wood, artisanal soaps, decorative objects made with care and passion by hand. On the other hand, car boot sale exhibitors offer clothes, books, toys, and everyday items at attractive prices. This combination attracts a varied, curious, and loyal audience, eager to enjoy a beautiful spring day in Saint-Père-sur-Loire.

What can be found

• Local artisanal creations: jewelry, pottery, textiles
• Local artisanal products
• Second-hand clothing, shoes, and accessories
• Books, records, and comic books
• Toys and children's games
• Tableware and decorative objects
• Small furniture and tools

Saint-Père-sur-Loire, a village in the Val de Loire

Saint-Père-sur-Loire is a commune in the Loiret region nestled in the Val de Loire, a territory classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site for its remarkable landscapes and architecture. A village with neat architecture, Saint-Père-sur-Loire is known for its Romanesque church and its tranquil atmosphere as an authentic Loire village. The proximity of the Royal Abbey of Saint-Benoît-sur-Loire attracts many visitors, who can combine a cultural visit with a craft market during their stay in April.

Information for exhibitors

The number of exhibitors can reach sixty or even a hundred depending on the editions. The participation fee is 2 euros per linear meter, with placement upon arrival. Entry is free for visitors and the event is held outdoors, in the village spaces.