14th Dannemarie Militaria Fair

The reference militaria fair in the Sundgau

The Dannemarie Militaria Fair is a must-attend event for all military history enthusiasts and collectors of antique war-related items. For its 14th edition, on Saturday, May 9, 2026, the Salle des sports in Dannemarie once again hosts this specialized event that has earned this town in the Sundgau region a reputation far beyond the borders of the Haut-Rhin department.

Dannemarie, a Sundgau town with a rich history

Dannemarie (68210) is a municipality of about 2,400 inhabitants located in the Sundgau region, about twenty kilometers southwest of Altkirch. This border territory, which has seen its borders shift between France and Germany over the centuries, has a collective memory deeply marked by the conflicts of the 20th century — which explains the particular significance of such an event in this region. The numerous military cemeteries, commemorative monuments, and local museums bear witness to the intensity of the fighting that has crossed this strategic area.

A specialized and comprehensive offering for collectors

The Dannemarie Militaria Fair brings together specialized exhibitors — professional militaria dealers, private collectors, and estate liquidators — offering a wide range of items:

• Antique weapons: rifles, pistols, sabers, bayonets, trench knives
• Uniforms and equipment: jackets, trousers, belts, boots, helmets (Adrian, Stahlhelm, British…)
• Medals and decorations: Croix de Guerre, Legion of Honour, Iron Cross, Allied and Axis medals
• Documents and archives: photographs, military service records, staff maps, trench newspapers
• Technical equipment: binoculars, compasses, gas masks, engineering tools
• Propaganda items: posters, badges, insignia, pennants, flags
• Models and figurines: scale models of armored vehicles, aircraft, and military ships

All eras are represented, from the Franco-Prussian War of 1870 to the conflicts of the 20th century, with a strong presence of both World Wars, which are particularly well-documented in this geographical area.

An organized and secure event

The sale of weapons at this type of fair is subject to current French regulations: only weapons classified in category D (deactivated weapons, antique weapons manufactured before 1900, or replicas) can be sold freely; weapons in other categories require regulatory authorization. The organization ensures that these rules are respected by exhibitors. The fair is therefore a safe and legal place for transactions between serious collectors.

Paid entry, access reserved for informed enthusiasts

In accordance with the practices of specialized fairs of this type, entry is paid, which helps to ensure a quality audience, composed of serious enthusiasts and informed collectors. The event is open to the general public aged 18 and over, whether they are military history enthusiasts or simply curious individuals wishing to discover this rich and often little-known heritage.