Dry Car Boot Sale

The Dry Car Boot Sale: in the vineyards of the Val de Loire

Dry is an exceptional wine village, nestled between the slopes of the Loire and the Beauce plateau, about thirty kilometers west of Orléans. Renowned for its local wines from the Giennois and Val de Loire slopes, this village of rare authenticity organizes a popular car boot sale every early September that brings together locals and visitors in a warm village atmosphere.

A Car Boot Sale in the Heart of the Wine Village

The car boot sale takes place on the town hall square and the surrounding streets of the village of Dry, offering a picturesque setting between tuffeau houses and wine cellars. Private sellers offer their items from dawn, and visitors can wander freely between the stalls:

• Clothing for the whole family, shoes and accessories
• Old and modern toys, board games
• Books, magazines, comics and vinyl records
• Tableware, table arts and kitchen items
• Trinkets, souvenirs and curiosities of all kinds
• Garden tools, DIY equipment
• Furniture, decoration and vintage items

Dry, a Village Between Loire and Beauce

The territory of Dry extends from the banks of the Loire to the first cereal expanses of Beauce, offering a striking diversity of landscapes. The village is crossed by the Rimarde river and surrounded by carefully maintained vineyards. The Saint-Germain church, dating from the 12th century, dominates the village and testifies to the long history of this charming commune.

A Day Between Car Boot Sale and Discovery of the Territory

Dry's exceptional location in the Val de Loire invites visitors to combine their car boot sale getaway with a discovery of the region. The wine slopes, troglodyte cellars, and the banks of the Loire offer beautiful walks on foot or by bike before or after visiting the market. Local wine cellars sometimes offer tastings during this festive day.

Practical Information

The car boot sale is held on Rue de la Verronnerie and on the town hall square of Dry (45370), in early September. Opens at 7:30 am, closes at 5:30 pm. Free entry. Contact and registration: Dry town hall, 02 38 45 71 07. Parking in the village streets.