Car boot sale and Artisan Market of Chemazé – Safeguarding of the Saint-Léonard Church

Car Boot Sale and Artisan Market – Chemazé (53200) – Safeguarding of the Saint-Léonard Church

In Chemazé (53200), in the region of Château-Gontier-sur-Mayenne, an original event with a dual focus takes place every June: a car boot sale associated with an artisan market, all organized for the benefit of the safeguarding of the Saint-Léonard Church. This heritage project unites residents and associations around a common cause: the preservation of a religious building rooted in the village's history.

The Saint-Léonard Church of Chemazé is a significant element of the local built heritage. Like many religious buildings in rural villages, it suffers from the ravages of time and requires costly restoration work that municipal budgets cannot always cover. Heritage preservation associations therefore play an essential role, raising funds through popular events.

The artisan market brings a cultural and creative dimension to the event. Local ceramists, jewelers, weavers, wood sculptors, jewelry designers, leatherworkers, and potters present their creations. This showcase of Mayenne craftsmanship attracts an audience sensitive to the quality of handmade products and regional know-how, distinct from the usual car boot sale attendees.

The car boot sale completes the picture with the usual second-hand items: crockery, clothing, books, toys, light furniture, and decorative objects. The combination of the two aspects – living crafts and second-hand goods – creates a remarkably complete offering and attracts a diverse crowd.

All proceeds from the day – stall fees for exhibitors, sales from the refreshment stand and catering – are allocated to financing the work on the Saint-Léonard Church. Participating in this event means concretely contributing to the safeguarding of Chemazé's heritage.