Car boot sale of the Foire aux bestiaux of Monêtier-les-Bains

The car boot sale of the Foire aux bestiaux

The car boot sale of Monêtier-les-Bains is part of the traditional Foire aux bestiaux, a highlight of alpine pastoral life. Organized by the Aiglons Monêtier, this car boot sale livens up the village-resort at the foot of the slopes of Serre Chevalier.

Monêtier-les-Bains, an alpine spa resort

Le Monêtier-les-Bains is a mountain village located at 1,480 meters above sea level in the upper Guisane valley. The commune is part of the Serre Chevalier ski area and is renowned for its thermal waters, with the Grands Bains being the flagship establishment. The village retains remarkable architectural heritage: a 13th-century church, painted sundials, and traditional stone houses.

What to find at the stalls?

Exhibitors offer a wide range of second-hand items: antique tableware, trinkets, frames and mirrors, books and magazines, toys, clothing, small appliances, tools, sports equipment, vinyl records, and CDs. In this mountain resort, you can often find second-hand ski and hiking equipment, technical clothing, and items typical of alpine life.

Serre Chevalier, ski area and preserved valley

Serre Chevalier is one of the largest ski areas in the Southern Alps, extending from Briançon to the Col du Lautaret over 250 km of slopes. In summer, the Guisane valley offers an ideal setting for hiking, mountain biking, and outdoor activities. The proximity of the Écrins National Park and the Col du Galibier attracts sports tourism that readily takes advantage of local car boot sales.