Car boot sale Stade des Costières

The Stade des Costières Car Boot Sale: Hunting for treasures in the shade of a Nîmes sports monument

Every spring, the Stade des Costières in Nîmes transforms into an open-air treasure hunting ground. In its outdoor areas, private sellers set up in the early hours of the day to offer their attic finds to early morning visitors. This annual car boot sale, held in April, offers a unique and picturesque setting: hunting for treasures at the foot of the stadium that hosts the matches of Nîmes Olympique, one of the most popular football clubs in the Gard.

The Stade des Costières, a Nîmes icon

Inaugurated in 1989 and designed by architect Vittorio Gregotti, the Stade des Costières is one of Nîmes' most remarkable architectural achievements. With a capacity of over 18,000 seats, it hosts Nîmes Olympique matches and is a strong landmark in the city's sporting and cultural identity. Its ambitious architecture, impeccable pitch, and open surroundings make it a memorable place, even for non-sports fans who discover it during a car boot sale.

An early morning, well-oiled organization

The Stade des Costières car boot sale is known for its very early start. Sellers can set up from 5:30 am, welcomed and guided by the organization team who assign them their spot. Visitors arrive from 7 am to take advantage of the best deals. This early morning organization, typical of large car boot sales in the south of France, creates a special atmosphere, between the dawn mist and the first rays of the Languedoc spring sun.

An eclectic market under the April sun

Like any large-scale car boot sale, the one at the Stade des Costières offers a wide variety of items: furniture, tableware and table arts, clothing and accessories, toys and games, books and records, tools and gardening equipment, trinkets and decorative objects, collector's items and curiosities. Private sellers set their own prices and are open to negotiation, which is part of the charm of this type of event for experienced bargain hunters and casual browsers alike.

Practical information

The Stade des Costières car boot sale is generally held on a Sunday in April. Exhibitor setup from 5:30 am, visitor opening from 7 am. For registration conditions and precise dates, consult the announcements published on specialized flea market websites in the Gard and local social media.