Car boot sale of July 14th in Métabief

The July 14th Car Boot Sale in Métabief: Treasure Hunting at the Foot of Mont d'Or

Every year, the national holiday is an opportunity for Métabief to liven up its mountain resort with a popular car boot sale. This summer event on July 14th brings together sellers and visitors in an exceptional alpine setting, at the foot of the Mont d'Or slopes (1,461 meters), a stone's throw from the Franco-Swiss border.

Métabief is a commune in the community of communes of Portes du Haut-Doubs, known for its family-friendly ski area in winter and its hiking trails in summer. The resort welcomes many holidaymakers and tourists every summer, who form a natural audience for this patriotic July car boot sale.

An Exceptional Mountain Setting

The July 14th Car Boot Sale in Métabief is held outdoors in the resort, taking advantage of the spectacular mountain scenery of the Haut-Doubs. The sellers, mainly individuals from the commune and surrounding areas, offer a varied selection of second-hand items: clothing, furniture, tableware, toys, books, and decorative objects. The resort's altitude (around 1,000 meters) guarantees pleasant temperatures even in the middle of July.

Métabief, Between Skiing and Hiking

The Métabief resort, nestled in the Mont d'Or massif, is one of the most popular family resorts in Franche-Comté. Summer and winter, it attracts nature and mountain sports enthusiasts. Its cable car offers an unforgettable panoramic view of the Alps and the Swiss plain in clear weather. The July 14th car boot sale is part of the resort's summer entertainment tradition, combining national festivity with a friendly second-hand market.