Maintenon Car Boot Sale

The Maintenon Car Boot Sale: Treasure Hunting at the Foot of the Château

Every spring, Maintenon hosts its annual grand car boot sale, a must-attend event for bargain hunters from the Pays Chartrain and the Pays de Maintenon. The event takes place at the Maurice Leblond village hall, right in the heart of this town in Eure-et-Loir (28130), famous for the Château of Madame de Maintenon and the monumental aqueduct of Louis XIV.

An Exceptional Historic Setting

Maintenon holds a special place in French history: it was here that Françoise d'Aubigné, known as Madame de Maintenon, the morganatic wife of Louis XIV, lived. The Château de Maintenon, a listed historic monument, overlooks the Eure valley and attracts thousands of visitors each year. The Maintenon Aqueduct, an impressive hydraulic structure from the Grand Siècle, is another jewel of the local heritage. The car boot sale is part of this rich cultural and heritage context.

Finds for All Tastes

Private sellers offer antique furniture, tableware and table art, books, clothing and accessories, toys, trinkets, and decorative objects. The variety of stalls delights bargain hunters who scour Maintenon throughout the day in search of that rare find or a simple good deal.

A Family and Popular Event

The Maintenon car boot sale attracts families from all over the region each year. Locals and visitors mingle in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The town also offers many nearby attractions, including the château and its gardens open to the public, making it a complete outing for a great day out in Eure-et-Loir.