Car boot sale of the Sea of Bernières-sur-Mer

The Car boot sale of the Sea: treasure hunting with your feet in the sand

The Car boot sale of the Sea of Bernières-sur-Mer is an original event that takes place at the Îlot des Français, an outdoor space located on rue Victor-Tesnière, a few meters from Juno Beach. This exceptional setting, between the sea and the village, gives this car boot sale a unique atmosphere on the Côte de Nacre. Shoppers can combine a seaside walk with bargain hunting.

An event organized by parents of students

The APE (Association des Parents d'Élèves) of the Bernières-sur-Mer school is behind this car boot sale. The profits collected during this day are entirely reinvested in the financing of school activities and educational outings for the children of the town. It is therefore a solidarity and friendly event, where each purchase contributes to the well-being of the Bernières schoolchildren.

A human-sized car boot sale

With about thirty exhibitors, the Car boot sale of the Sea favors conviviality and the quality of exchanges. Individuals offer clothes, toys, books, dishes, trinkets, and various objects in a relaxed and family atmosphere. The catering provided on site by the APE volunteers allows visitors to eat while enjoying the sea view.

The Îlot des Français, a place steeped in history

The Îlot des Français, located on the edge of Juno Beach, is a green space that recalls the sacrifice of Allied soldiers during the D-Day landings of June 6, 1944. This memorial site, now a living and convivial space, regularly hosts community events. The Car boot sale of the Sea finds a setting that is both historical and seaside, typical of the identity of Bernières-sur-Mer.