Car boot sale APEL Sainte-Anne — Saint-Joachim

The APEL Sainte-Anne Car boot sale: hunt for treasures in the heart of the Brière marshes

Every May 8th, Les Ombrières de la Scène du Marais, 11 rue de Chiloup in Saint-Joachim, hosts the car boot sale organized by APEL Sainte-Anne. Organized by the Parents' Association of the Sainte-Anne Catholic school, this spring event takes place in an exceptional setting: in the heart of the Brière Regional Natural Park, in one of the most emblematic communes of this preserved natural territory.

Les Ombrières de la Scène du Marais: a unique covered space

The choice of Les Ombrières de la Scène du Marais as the venue is particularly judicious. This covered space, designed for the cultural and festive events of Saint-Joachim, offers exhibitors protection from the unpredictable May weather. Whether it rains or shines, the car boot sale can be held in good conditions, ensuring comfort and safety for both stalls and visitors. The architectural structure of Les Ombrières blends harmoniously into the Brière landscape.

APEL Sainte-Anne: supporting the local school

The APEL (Parents' Association for Free Education) Sainte-Anne is an active association serving the Catholic school of the same name in Saint-Joachim. Its actions aim to enrich the children's school life, fund educational outings, specific equipment, and school projects. The May 8th car boot sale is one of the highlights of the association's year, mobilizing parents and supporters around a common goal: the well-being and development of the children at Sainte-Anne school.

Saint-Joachim, an island in the heart of the Grande Brière

Saint-Joachim is a unique commune, made up of several inhabited islands in the heart of the Grande Brière Mottière. Accessible by causeways crossing the marshes, it is one of the most representative communes of this territory of peat bogs, canals, and white thatched cottages, recognized as a regional natural heritage site. Its strong cultural identity – the Brière culture, with its traditions of fishing, hunting, and thatching – attracts many visitors each year who can take advantage of the car boot sale to discover this exceptional region.

A spring gathering against a marshland backdrop

The May 8th public holiday is ideal for holding this event: residents and visitors can enjoy a long day to browse the stalls at Les Ombrières, discover the items offered by exhibitors, and explore the canals and landscapes of the Brière. This combination of a quality car boot sale and an exceptional natural environment makes the APEL Sainte-Anne Car boot sale a unique experience in Loire-Atlantique.