Car boot sale of Suze-la-Rousse

The car boot sale of Suze-la-Rousse: 200 exhibitors at the foot of the castle

Suze-la-Rousse is one of the most emblematic villages of Tricastin in southern Drôme. Dominated by its imposing medieval castle, transformed over the centuries before housing the University of Wine, the village hosts a large car boot sale each year that attracts up to 200 exhibitors.

A large-scale car boot sale

With up to 200 exhibitors, the Suze-la-Rousse car boot sale is among the largest in the Drôme department. This significant capacity reflects the well-honed organization of local volunteers and the attractiveness of the site. Private exhibitors offer a complete range of second-hand items: furniture, tableware, clothing, toys, books, tools, and trinkets of all kinds.

The Suze-la-Rousse castle and the University of Wine

The architectural setting of Suze-la-Rousse is exceptional. The medieval castle, founded in the 12th century and remodeled in the Renaissance, overlooks the village with its square towers. Since 1978, it has housed the University of Wine, a world-renowned institution for wine trade training and sensory education. This remarkable heritage adds to the prestige of the car boot sale and encourages many visitors to extend their visit with an exploration of the castle and its exhibitions.

The wine-growing Tricastin in the background

Suze-la-Rousse is at the heart of the Tricastin, a renowned wine appellation that produces excellent quality red, white, and rosé wines at reasonable prices. The vine-covered hills surrounding the village, with the first reliefs of Vaucluse and the distant shadow of Mont Ventoux in the background, form a landscape of character. The car boot sale is a great opportunity to discover this wine-growing territory while hunting for treasures.

Practical information

The Suze-la-Rousse car boot sale was held on September 7, 2025, with up to 200 exhibitors. Free entry for visitors. Information from the Suze-la-Rousse town hall.