Car boot sale of Le Chemin des Rencontres - Laburgade

The Car Boot Sale of Le Chemin des Rencontres in Laburgade

Laburgade is a village in the Lot (46230), located in the Cahors area, in the heart of Quercy blanc. This region of limestone plateaus, small stone villages, and lavender offers a serene and picturesque setting. Laburgade perpetuates the tradition of the village festival every summer, a festive event spread over several days (usually three), animated by the association Le Chemin des Rencontres.

Le Chemin des Rencontres, the driving force behind the festival

The association Le Chemin des Rencontres, whose general assembly is held each year in February or March, is the main organization behind the annual Laburgade festival. Recognized locally and featured in Le Petit Journal du Lot, this volunteer association mobilizes its members to organize concerts, competitions, and cultural events throughout the three festive days. The car boot sale is one of the highlights of this festival.

A car boot sale at Place des Festivités

The car boot sale takes place at Place des Festivités in Laburgade, from 7 am to 6 pm. Fewer than 50 private exhibitors participate, offering everyday items, clothing, books, toys, dishes, and various bric-a-brac. The atmosphere is intimate and friendly, typical of rural car boot sales in Quercy. The site is outdoors, with toilets, parking, and refreshments available on site. The 2025 edition was held on Sunday, August 24, confirming the late-summer summer event.

The Laburgade village festival

The Laburgade festival is a true event in village life, mobilizing all the inhabitants and local associations. Concerts, entertainment, shared meals, and the car boot sale follow one another for three days to create a moment of conviviality and popular celebration in this village in Quercy blanc. The local newspaper Le Petit Journal regularly covers this event, testifying to its integration into community life.

Access

Laburgade is accessible from Cahors (about twenty kilometers) and from Lalbenque (a few kilometers). Parking available on site. Refreshments and toilets available during the festival.