Grande Brocante de This

The Grande Brocante de This: over 600 exhibitors every May 8th

Every May 8th — a public holiday commemorating the Allied victory in 1945 — the village of This, in the Ardennes, hosts its grand annual flea market. With its over 600 exhibitors, it ranks among the most important flea markets in the Ardennes department and is a must-attend event for treasure hunters from the Grand Est region and neighboring areas.

600 exhibitors for an extraordinary day

What sets the Grande Brocante de This apart is, above all, its scale. With over 600 exhibitors spread across the streets, squares, and spaces of the village of This, this event offers an exceptional range of goods over several kilometers of stalls. Individuals clearing out their attics, professional flea market dealers, regional antique dealers, and specialized resellers gather for a day of commerce and exchange where all sorts of treasures can be found: furniture, tableware, books, vinyl records, toys, tools, militaria, vintage clothing, various collectibles, and unusual items.

Affordable pricing for exhibitors

The registration pricing conditions encourage the participation of as many people as possible: individuals pay a modest fee per linear meter (around €1/m), while professionals benefit from a slightly higher scale (3 to €5/m). This pricing distinction ensures a balance between individual and professional exhibitors and contributes to the diversity of goods offered. The 9 am opening time allows all exhibitors to set up in good conditions.

This, an Ardennes village on the edge of the forest

This is a village in the canton of Rethel, located in the Ardennes, near Charleville-Mézières. This small rural town, surrounded by the typical forest and hedgerow landscapes of the French Ardennes, offers an authentic and preserved setting for this major annual event. The flea market tradition is well-established here, and May 8th has become, over the years, a key date in the calendar for Ardennes treasure hunters.

Practical Information

The Grande Brocante de This takes place every May 8th (public holiday) in the village of This. Opening hours are generally from 9 am to 6 pm. Entry is free for visitors. Individual exhibitors register with the organizers, with pitches available per linear meter. For rainy dates or in case of bad weather, it is advisable to contact the organizers. This is accessible from Charleville-Mézières (about 30 km) and Rethel (about 25 km).