Car boot sale of the Comité des Fêtes de Contres

The fête committee's car boot sale

The fête committee of Contres organizes its car boot sale every year in the town center. This popular event brings together individuals from the municipality and surrounding areas for a friendly day of selling and buying second-hand items.

Contres, heart of the wine-growing Sologne

Contres is a dynamic small town in southern Loir-et-Cher, in the heart of the wine-growing Sologne. Surrounded by vineyards and forests, it benefits from a central position between Blois, Romorantin, and Cheverny. The car boot sale takes advantage of this attractiveness to draw a large crowd.

A day of popular treasure hunting

The exhibitors offer the classics of a car boot sale: toys, clothes, tableware, trinkets, books, and small furniture. The atmosphere is family-friendly and relaxed, with a refreshment stand and light catering on site. A moment of sharing appreciated by the local community.

The fête committee of Contres

The fête committee of Contres is an association of dynamic volunteers who liven up the festive life of the town throughout the year. National holidays, neighborhood meals, Christmas events, and the car boot sale punctuate the calendar of events organized by this motivated team. The annual car boot sale is an opportunity to raise funds to finance future events for the benefit of all residents.

Contres, crossroads of southern Loir-et-Cher

Contres is a charming small town that plays a central role in southern Loir-et-Cher. Located at the crossroads of several roads, it attracts residents from many surrounding towns for its shops, services, and events. The car boot sale benefits from this attractiveness to bring together a significant number of exhibitors and visitors, creating a popular and festive event.

Atmosphere and finds

The fête committee's car boot sale is characterized by its relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere. The exhibitors, all individuals, offer the classic items of a car boot sale: toys and board games, second-hand clothes and shoes, tableware and table arts, books and DVDs, small furniture, and decorative objects. Prices are generally very attractive, and bargaining is part of the fun. The refreshment stand and light catering provided by volunteers complete this friendly day.