Large car boot sale on Ascension Day in Pont-de-l'Arche, 480 exhibitors on the banks of the Seine
The Foire à tout de l'Ascension de Pont-de-l'Arche is one of the largest car boot sales in the Eure region with its 480 exhibitors. Every Ascension Thursday, the medieval Norman city on the banks of the Seine hosts this giant sale, a must for bargain hunters in Normandy. Free entry, family-friendly and convivial atmosphere throughout the day.
The Foire à tout de l'Ascension de Pont-de-l'Arche is a major event in the brocante calendar of the Eure region. With 480 exhibitors, it is among the largest car boot sales in Normandy, attracting thousands of visitors from Rouen, Évreux, Seine-Maritime, and Calvados for an exceptional day of treasure hunting.
Pont-de-l'Arche is a city of art and history nestled at the confluence of the Eure and the Seine, about twenty kilometers south of Rouen. Its medieval ramparts, its collegiate church Notre-Dame-des-Arts, and its half-timbered houses make this Norman city an exceptional setting to host one of the largest car boot sales in the region.
Ascension Thursday, a public holiday, is traditionally a good day for large flea markets. Pont-de-l'Arche takes advantage of this day to gather 480 exhibitors in its streets and squares, offering bargain hunters a rich and varied experience. Furniture, tableware, clothing, toys, books, vinyl records, tools, and collectibles are displayed in a popular festive atmosphere.
The Foire à tout de l'Ascension enjoys a reputation that extends far beyond the department's borders. Norman flea market enthusiasts place it among the must-attend events of the spring, alongside the major street sales in Rouen and the flea markets in Évreux.
2026 edition of the Foire à tout de l'Ascension de Pont-de-l'Arche, Thursday, May 14, 2026, 480 exhibitors on the banks of the Seine.
From Rouen, take the A13 towards Paris, exit Pont-de-l'Arche (approx. 20 minutes). From Évreux, take the N154 north (approx. 35 minutes).
Free parking on the outskirts of the town. Plan to arrive early in the morning to find a spot easily.
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