Car boot sale of Proissans

The Proissans Car Boot Sale: May 1st at the Gates of Sarlat

Every May 1st, the village of Proissans hosts a car boot sale in its streets and on the village square. Located just 6 kilometers from Sarlat-la-Canéda, this village in the Périgord Noir offers a peaceful and authentic setting for this spring treasure hunting day, away from the tourist crowds of the nearby medieval city.

A Village of Character in Périgord Noir

Proissans is a discreet but charming village, nestled in the wooded hills surrounding Sarlat. Its Romanesque church, its pale stone houses, and its narrow streets lined with low walls form a typical Périgord Noir landscape. The car boot sale takes place in this bucolic setting, offering visitors a pleasant stroll among the stalls, with views of the Sarlat countryside.

Friendliness and Tradition

The refreshment stand and on-site catering allow visitors to eat throughout the day. The Proissans car boot sale perpetuates the tradition of popular May 1st events in Dordogne, where each village organizes its own treasure hunting and neighborly gathering.

Near Sarlat and the Major Sites of Périgord

The proximity to Sarlat-la-Canéda, a classified city of art and history, makes this car boot sale an ideal stop for visitors passing through the area. The castles of Puymartin and Campagnac, the Gouffre de Proumeyssac, and the prehistoric sites of the Vézère Valley are just a few minutes from Proissans.