Les Carquefouilles — Carquefou

Les Carquefouilles, a major second-hand event in Loire-Atlantique

Every September, the Parc du château de la Fleuriaye in Carquefou transforms into a huge second-hand market for Les Carquefouilles. With 300 to 350 exhibitors gathered in this exceptional natural and heritage site, this event is one of the most important car boot sales in Loire-Atlantique and a must-attend event for all treasure hunters from the Nantes metropolitan area and beyond.

An exceptional site: the Parc du château de la Fleuriaye

The Parc du château de la Fleuriaye is one of Carquefou's heritage jewels. This remarkable landscaped park, which surrounds the Château de la Fleuriaye, offers a setting of greenery, elegance, and serenity ideal for hosting an event of the scale of Les Carquefouilles. The shaded paths, lawns, and open spaces of the park allow for the comfortable installation of numerous stalls and ensure visitors a pleasant stroll among the exhibitors, in a setting of great natural and historical beauty.

300 to 350 exhibitors, a plentiful offering

With 300 to 350 exhibitors, Les Carquefouilles offers a rare breadth of second-hand goods in the region. The size of each pitch, set at 5x3 meters for 15 euros, allows exhibitors to present their items in good conditions and even set up bulky objects. The diversity of participants—individuals, families, collectors, and sometimes semi-professionals—guarantees a rich and varied offering that satisfies all tastes and budgets.

An event rooted in Carquefou's identity

Over time, Les Carquefouilles have become much more than just a car boot sale: they are an identity event for the town of Carquefou, whose name they proudly bear. This large-scale event is a vector of influence for the town, attracting thousands of visitors each autumn from across the department and neighboring territories. Les Carquefouilles demonstrate the ability of associations and the municipality to organize quality popular events in a remarkable heritage setting.