Farfouille de la vogue de printemps de Malafretaz

The Farfouille de la vogue de printemps in Malafretaz

Every spring, the village of Malafretaz comes alive for its traditional vogue, a local Bresse festival par excellence. The farfouille, organized by the Club des Amis du Ballon Rond, is the highlight of this festive day, transforming the rue du Centre into a huge open-air car boot sale.

160 exhibitors in the heart of the Bresse village

The event attracts around 160 exhibitors who set up on either side of the rue du Centre, creating a lively and colorful treasure hunt route. Individuals offer everything that attics and cellars hold: clothing, toys, books, dishes, furniture, tools, trinkets, and curiosities of all kinds. The pitch fee, set at just 1 euro per linear meter, makes it one of the most affordable car boot sales in the department.

The authenticity of a village in the Bresse region of the Ain

Malafretaz, a small village in the Bresse region located between Bourg-en-Bresse and Montrevel-en-Bresse, retains the charm of the rural villages of the Ain with its traditional farms and green surroundings. The farfouille is part of the tradition of spring vogues, these village festivals that mark the return of good weather and bring the inhabitants together for a moment of shared conviviality.

The spring vogue: a complete village festival

The farfouille is part of the broader spring vogue of Malafretaz, a traditional festival that also includes entertainment, games, and a gathering for all the inhabitants of the commune and neighboring villages. This Bresse tradition, passed down from generation to generation, makes this April Sunday a day of celebration where young and old alike enjoy the return of good weather in the Bresse countryside.

Practical Information

Exhibitors are welcomed from 5 am, with no prior reservation possible: first come, first served. Visitors are welcomed from 7 am. Refreshments and food are available on-site, with a carousel for the children's enjoyment. Parking is free around the site. The event takes place in all weather, in the festive spirit of the spring vogue.