Car Boot Sale Plant Market of Chénérailles

A Double Spring Event in Creuse

Every May 8th, a public holiday, the commune of Chénérailles hosts an event that has become a local tradition: a large car boot sale combined with a plant market. Organized by the Chénérailles Festival Committee, this gathering attracts bargain hunters and gardeners to the streets and squares of this historic town in Marche creusoise.

The Plant Market, A Gardener's Rendezvous

The plant market is one of the highlights of this event. Nursery owners, horticulturists, and amateur gardeners offer a wide selection of flower plants, vegetable plants, shrubs, and aromatic plants. It's the ideal opportunity to stock up for the gardening season, discover old or local varieties, and get cultivation tips from enthusiasts.

The Car Boot Sale, A Treasure Hunter's Paradise

Alongside the plant market, the car boot sale takes over the town's streets and squares. Individuals unpack furniture, crockery, toys, clothes, books, and everyday items, offering visitors the chance to find bargains in a relaxed atmosphere. The combination of the two events creates a unique and festive atmosphere.

Chénérailles, A Small Town of Character

Chénérailles is a commune steeped in history, famous for its Tapestry of the Apocalypse once kept in its church. Located between Aubusson and Gouzon, the town has remarkable architectural heritage with its 13th-century church, medieval streets, and granite houses. The green and hilly landscape of Marche creusoise provides an enchanting setting for this day of treasure hunting and gardening.