Car boot sale of Preixan

The Preixan Car Boot Sale

The village of Preixan, located in the Aude valley a few kilometers southeast of Carcassonne, organizes a popular car boot sale every summer that livens up this rural village in the heart of the Aude countryside. This annual event is an opportunity for the residents of Preixan and neighboring towns to meet in a festive and relaxed atmosphere.

Preixan, on the outskirts of the Medieval City

Preixan belongs to the rural area surrounding Carcassonne, a city whose medieval citadel is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The village benefits from a privileged position between the vineyards of Razès and the first reliefs of the Corbières. Surrounded by vineyards and cultivated fields, Preixan has retained its character as an agricultural village while benefiting from its proximity to the Aude capital.

A Human-Sized Second-Hand Market

The Preixan car boot sale is a human-sized event, true to the spirit of small rural villages. Private sellers, often residents of the village and neighboring towns - Cavanac, Leuc, Lavalette, Roullens - offer the contents of their attics and cellars in a good-natured atmosphere. You can find items of all kinds: adult and children's clothing, toys and books, crockery and small appliances, furniture and decorative objects, tools and garden equipment. The small size of the car boot sale facilitates direct exchanges between sellers and buyers.

The Medieval City as a Backdrop

Preixan is located in the direct influence zone of Carcassonne, and many tourists visiting the medieval city venture into the surrounding countryside. On the day of the car boot sale, some of them make a detour to Preixan to discover authentic rural life in the Aude, far from the tourist hustle and bustle of the Citadel. This presence of external visitors enriches the atmosphere of the second-hand market.

Friendliness and Tradition

Local volunteers run a refreshment stand throughout the day, offering cold drinks and coffee to exhibitors and visitors. It is also an opportunity for the village elders to meet and chat in the public space, perpetuating a festive tradition that unites generations.

For Exhibitors

Individuals wishing to set up a stall can contact the Preixan town hall or the local festival committee. Entry is free for visitors.