Car boot sale Comité des Fêtes — Saint-Mars-du-Désert

The Car Boot Sale of the Comité des Fêtes in Saint-Mars-du-Désert

Every spring, in April, the Comité des Fêtes of Saint-Mars-du-Désert organizes its car boot sale at impasse Saint-Martin, in the heart of the commune. This event brings together about a hundred private exhibitors and attracts many visitors from neighboring communes and the Nantes metropolitan area for a day of treasure hunting and conviviality.

Saint-Mars-du-Désert, a dynamic commune in northern Loire

Saint-Mars-du-Désert is a commune in the north of Loire-Atlantique, part of the Erdre et Gesvres inter-municipal community. Despite its name suggesting aridity, the commune is actually a green territory, marked by the Erdre valley and its alluvial plains. The commune has experienced strong demographic growth for several decades, attracting families who choose a rural lifestyle while remaining close to Nantes. This active and engaged population is reflected in the richness of local community life.

The Comité des Fêtes, a driving force in local life

The Comité des Fêtes is one of the most active associations in Saint-Mars-du-Désert. Throughout the year, it organizes various festive and cultural events that punctuate the social life of the commune. The annual car boot sale is one of the highlights. Beyond its fundraising objective, the event creates a space for meeting and exchange between old and new residents, contributing to social cohesion in a rapidly growing commune.

Participation Conditions

The impasse Saint-Martin site can accommodate approximately 120 exhibitors. The pitches measure 2 meters by 5 meters and are offered at a price of 12 euros. This generous space and accessible price make it easy for everyone to participate, whether it's a neighbor clearing out their attic or a regular car boot sale participant. Visitors have free access to the site.

A Popular Spring Event

The car boot sale being held in April, with the first fine days of spring, contributes to its success. Residents take advantage of this time to declutter their homes after winter and find bargains. The diversity of items offered—clothing, toys, books, tableware, appliances, tools—always guarantees great surprises for the most persistent treasure hunters.