Car boot sale Flea market of Rochefort

The Car boot sale Flea market of Rochefort: treasure hunting in the heart of Colbert's city

Every first Sunday of the month, the Cours d'Ablois in Rochefort comes alive with a car boot sale and flea market that attracts treasure hunters, collectors, and strollers from all over Charente-Maritime. Located opposite the Tourist Office, this monthly event benefits from a strategic position in the center of town, a short walk from the Corderie Royale and the Maritime Arsenal, jewels of Rochefort's heritage founded by Colbert in the 17th century.

A lively flea market with 100 to 200 exhibitors

The monthly car boot sale and flea market in Rochefort hosts between 100 and 200 exhibitors at each event, including individuals and professionals. Stalls line the vast Cours d'Ablois from 6 a.m., offering a rich and varied assortment: antique trinkets, vintage crockery, second-hand books, collectibles, vinyl records, small decorative items, and attic curiosities. The sale of clothing and shoes is prohibited, ensuring a focus on flea market finds and everyday objects.

Rochefort, a city of art and history

Rochefort is a city of art and history founded in 1666 by Colbert to become the largest maritime arsenal in the Kingdom of France. The Corderie Royale, a 374-meter-long building listed as a historic monument, the frigate L'Hermione rebuilt identically, the Transporter Bridge, and the Napoleonic thermal baths make this city a remarkable heritage site. The monthly car boot sale and flea market fits perfectly into this atmosphere of discovery and curiosity that characterizes Rochefort.

A friendly gathering for treasure hunters in Saintonge

Access to the car boot sale and flea market is free for visitors, making it an accessible Sunday outing for everyone. Exhibitors pay a fee of 7 euros for a 2m x 2m pitch, with no prior reservation required; registration is done directly on site. Exhibitors can arrive from 6 a.m., with access closing at 7:45 a.m. The event continues until 5:30 p.m., giving treasure hunters plenty of time to browse and negotiate at the stalls.

Practical Information

The Car boot sale Flea market of Rochefort takes place opposite the Tourist Office, Cours d'Ablois, in Rochefort. Entry is free for visitors. Outdoor parking is available nearby. Toilets are accessible on site. This monthly event is a must-visit for all flea market enthusiasts in the Rochefort area and along the Charente coast.