50th Fair of Everything and Curiosity of Issoudun

Half a century of treasure hunting in Issoudun

In 2026, the Foire du Tout et de la Curiosité d'Issoudun celebrates its 50th edition, an exceptional anniversary for this event which has become the largest flea market in Berry. Every first Sunday of September, the streets of the medieval city are transformed into a huge open-air flea market where hundreds of exhibitors offer antiques, old furniture, trinkets, books, tableware, tools, vinyl records, curiosities, and unusual objects. Treasure hunters from all over France converge on Issoudun for this day that combines good deals and heritage discoveries.

Issoudun, medieval city of Berry

Issoudun is a city steeped in history in the heart of Berry. Its White Tower, a 12th-century keep, overlooks the Théols valley. The Hospice Saint-Roch museum, housed in a former 15th-century Hôtel-Dieu, holds a remarkable collection of contemporary art with works by Balzac and a unique Jesse tree sculpture in France. The Foire du Tout is part of this living heritage, transforming the cobbled streets into a labyrinth of stalls and finds each year.

50 years of passion and conviviality

Created in 1977, the Foire du Tout et de la Curiosité was born from the desire to liven up the town center of Issoudun and perpetuate the tradition of Berry fairs. Over the decades, it has become a must-attend event that attracts several thousand visitors. The atmosphere is warm and popular: people bargain, rummage through boxes, meet friends. Local food is available on-site with potato pancakes, Berry rillettes, and Reuilly wines.