Montauroux Flea Market - Place du Clos

A flea market in a perched village of the Pays de Fayence

Perched on its rocky outcrop at 400 metres, Montauroux lies in the high Var on the border of the Alpes-Maritimes, near Lake Saint-Cassien. Its Place du Clos, lined with plane trees and ochre-toned facades, is one of the most photogenic spots in the Provence hinterland for a flea market.

A monthly unload with strong Provençal character

The 9 August 2026 edition is part of a series of recurring flea markets throughout the year in Montauroux. Stalls come from the Var and the neighbouring Alpes-Maritimes, balancing private sellers with occasional dealers. Browsing is slow, sheltered from the summer sun under the leafy canopy.

• Provençal crockery, tians and Moustiers faience
• old linens, embroidered sheets, curtains and fabrics
• old books and Riviera postcards
• rustic furniture, rush-seated chairs, chests
• old tools, farming and cellar items
• costume jewellery, trinkets, vintage lighting

A gateway to a stunning village

Montauroux preserves striking authenticity with its cobbled lanes, its baroque Saint-Barthélemy chapel and its parish church. After browsing, wander the lanes, stop at a terrace or head down to Lake Saint-Cassien for a swim.

Atmosphere

The 9 August edition falls in peak summer, promising a lively crowd of residents, holidaymakers and seasoned hunters. Polite bargaining and gentle pace make for the Provençal village charm that defines inland Var flea markets.