Car boot sale of Fargues-sur-Ourbise

The May 1st Car Boot Sale in Fargues-sur-Ourbise

Every May 1st, Fargues-sur-Ourbise (47700) comes alive with the car boot sale organized by the association Bruyères et Genêts. The Place du Marché transforms at dawn into a treasure market, where individuals and second-hand enthusiasts gather in a festive and relaxed atmosphere, typical of Gascon spring.

Asparagus Sale, a Local Specialty

What sets this car boot sale apart is the presence of local asparagus producers who set up their stalls on the day. The asparagus from Lot-et-Garonne are renowned for their exceptional quality: the white asparagus from the Lot valley, tender and flavorful, is one of the prides of the Gascon terroir. Buying asparagus directly from local producers at the car boot sale has become a cherished ritual for the inhabitants of Fargues-sur-Ourbise and the surrounding villages.

A Friendly Car Boot Sale from 6:30 AM to 6 PM

Exhibitors are welcomed from 6:30 AM for setup, and the event runs until 6 PM. 2-meter linear pitches are available for 4 euros, by reservation before April 27th. A caterer and a refreshment stand are on-site to feed exhibitors and visitors throughout the day. The family atmosphere and the beauty of the rural setting make this car boot sale a successful spring getaway.

The Bruyères et Genêts Association

The association Bruyères et Genêts is the pillar of Fargues-sur-Ourbise's community life. Its name evokes the flora of the moors surrounding this village located on the border of Lot-et-Garonne and Landes de Gascogne. Involved in local life for many years, it organizes various festive and cultural events to maintain social connections in this rural commune on the banks of the Ourbise.

Fargues-sur-Ourbise, a Village in the Gascon Moors

Fargues-sur-Ourbise (47700) is a village in the Ourbise valley, a stream that winds through wooded hills on the border of the Landes. This preserved rural territory, marked by the presence of heather, broom, and pine forests, is a little-known gem in the south of Lot-et-Garonne. The May 1st car boot sale is a highly anticipated event that celebrates the return of spring, local traditions, and Gascon conviviality.