Car boot sale Quartier du Toulon of Périgueux

The Toulon car boot sale: May 8th in the heart of Périgueux

Every May 8th, the Comité de Quartier du Toulon (CQT) organizes a car boot sale on Place de Verdun and the adjacent streets, in the historic Toulon district of Périgueux. This annual event transforms the city center of the Dordogne prefecture into a vast hunting ground for treasures, from 7 am to 6 pm.

The Toulon district, historic heart of Périgueux

Toulon is one of the oldest and liveliest districts in Périgueux. Located between the Cathédrale Saint-Front and the boulevards, it is home to shops, restaurants, and places to live. Place de Verdun, a large esplanade in the city center, offers an ideal location for this urban car boot sale, easily accessible by car or on foot from all parts of the city.

A friendly and popular car boot sale

The Toulon car boot sale attracts many exhibitors and visitors each year, making May 8th a highlight of the district's life. The refreshment stand and the sandwich and fries stand provide on-site catering, allowing bargain hunters to regain their strength between finds. The popular and relaxed atmosphere makes this event a family-friendly gathering appreciated by the people of Périgueux.

The Comité de Quartier du Toulon, a player in local life

The CQT, an active and committed neighborhood association, organizes this car boot sale with a focus on friendliness and neighborhood animation. The event contributes to the commercial and social dynamism of Toulon, bringing together residents, shopkeepers, and visitors for a day of treasure hunting and outdoor encounters.