Car boot sale ASCL Saint-Jean-de-Védas

The ASCL car boot sale, sporting conviviality

In June, the ASCL (Association Sportive et Culturelle) organizes its annual car boot sale at the Salle des Granges in Saint-Jean-de-Védas. Individuals — often families belonging to the association and residents of the town — offer clothes, toys, books, sports equipment, trinkets, tableware, and various items. The event takes place partly indoors and partly outdoors, offering a pleasant setting regardless of the weather.

Saint-Jean-de-Védas, a wine-growing village turned town

Saint-Jean-de-Védas is a town of over 10,000 inhabitants located southwest of Montpellier, between the wine-growing hillsides and the Étang de l'Arnel. The historic village, grouped around its Romanesque church, has retained its Provençal charm with its narrow streets and shaded squares. The Salle des Granges, a former agricultural building converted into a multi-purpose hall, bears witness to the town's wine-growing past and offers a characterful setting for association events.

Hunt for treasures and support local sports

The ASCL car boot sale is a festive occasion that goes beyond simple treasure hunting. The association's volunteers provide refreshments and food, often with outdoor barbecues. The profits are donated to the ASCL's sports and cultural sections, helping to fund equipment, travel, and events. A solidarity gesture for bargain hunters who find good deals.