Bavent Car Boot Sale

The Bavent Car Boot Sale: Treasure Hunting under the Norman Sun

Every first Sunday in August, Bavent hosts its summer car boot sale around the stadium and in the neighboring streets. This event complements the spring Foire aux Greniers and allows treasure hunters to enjoy the good weather to browse the open-air stalls. The proximity to the coast — Cabourg and Merville-Franceville-Plage are just a few minutes away — attracts a mixed crowd of permanent residents and summer holidaymakers.

A Summer Car Boot Sale in the Heart of the Village

The Bavent car boot sale covers an extended area around the communal stadium, offering comfortable space for exhibitors and visitors. The summer format fosters a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, with families coming to spend the morning treasure hunting before heading to the beach. The stalls are overflowing with summer clothes, toys, holiday books, tableware, decorations, and collectibles.

Bavent, a Norman Village Between Land and Sea

A rural commune in Calvados, Bavent is located at the crossroads of the Caen plain and the Pays d'Auge. The village is crossed by the Dives river and bordered by the marshes of the lower valley. Its typically Norman architectural heritage — half-timbered farmhouses, Romanesque church, and brickworks — makes it a popular stop for walkers. In summer, the population swells with the influx of tourists attracted by the nearby Côte Fleurie beaches.

An Ideal Complement to the Spring Foire aux Greniers

While the April Foire aux Greniers mainly attracts local residents, the August car boot sale benefits from the summer tourist traffic. Holidaymakers take the opportunity to find original souvenirs or beach equipment at a lower cost, while residents seize the chance to clear out their attics before the start of the school year. This complementarity makes Bavent a particularly active commune for flea markets in Calvados.

Practical Information

The car boot sale is held around the stadium and in the neighboring streets of Bavent. Entry is free for visitors.