Car boot sale of the Bouilleurs de Cru of Bannes

Car boot sale of the Bouilleurs de Cru of Bannes

The Car boot sale of the Bouilleurs de Cru of Bannes (52360) is one of the spring events on the Langres plateau. Organized every year in April by the local association of Bouilleurs de Cru, this event hosts about forty exhibitors who come to offer their second-hand items, trinkets, clothes, furniture, and curiosities of all kinds.

Bannes is a small village in the canton of Langres, perched on the characteristic limestone plateau of this part of Haute-Marne. This geographical location gives it a peaceful and green setting, particularly pleasant in spring when nature awakens after winter. The car boot sale takes place in this bucolic setting, offering visitors a stroll among the stalls under the open sky of the plateau.

The association of Bouilleurs de Cru perpetuates a rural tradition deeply rooted in the Haute-Marne terroir. Originally, the 'bouilleurs de cru' were farmers authorized to distill their own fruits to produce brandies. While this practice has evolved significantly with legislation, the association has managed to renew itself and maintain a strong link with local traditions, notably through the organization of friendly events like this car boot sale.

The second-hand market in Bannes mainly attracts residents from neighboring villages on the plateau: Langres, Fayl-Billot, Coiffy-le-Haut, and the surrounding villages. The small scale of the event is precisely one of its charms: it offers a relaxed atmosphere, conducive to exchanges and good deals, far from the hustle and bustle of large flea markets. The exhibitors, mostly individuals, offer items genuinely sourced from the attics and cellars of the region.