Esplanade Book Market

The Book Market, a bibliophile's paradise

On Wednesdays and Saturdays, the Esplanade Charles de Gaulle hosts a second-hand book market that delights reading enthusiasts and bibliophiles. Professional and amateur booksellers line their stalls with novels, essays, art books, comic books, old books, magazines, prints, and musical scores. Prices are generally very affordable, and it's not uncommon to find rare editions or out-of-print works for a few euros. The market is held just a stone's throw from the Place de la Comédie and the Corum.

The Esplanade, the city center's green lung

The Esplanade Charles de Gaulle is a vast public garden located between the Corum, Montpellier's convention center and opera house, and the historic Écusson district. Lined with shaded alleys and adorned with fountains and sculptures, it is a favorite spot for Montpelliérains to stroll. The book market blends harmoniously into this green setting, inviting passers-by to stop, browse, and chat with the passionate booksellers.

An accessible cultural event

The Esplanade Book Market is a free cultural event open to all. Students, retirees, avid readers, and the simply curious gather to rummage through the bins and piles of books. The atmosphere is peaceful, conducive to discovery and literary exchange. After the hunt, the benches of the Esplanade invite you to start reading your finds, lulled by the murmur of the fountains.