Tréjouls Flea Market

A White Quercy flea market on May Day

Tréjouls is a small commune of 240 inhabitants in the north-west of Tarn-et-Garonne, canton of Lauzerte, deep in the White Quercy. Shaped by two parishes — Saint-Urcisse in the Lendou valley and Tréjouls in the Barguelone valley — the commune draws the silhouette of a butterfly with outstretched wings. Each 1st of May, the Organik Évents Arts association runs a flea market that has become a much-anticipated seasonal gathering.

A rural setting around the village hall

The flea market takes place around the village hall, at 410 chemin de la Salle des Fêtes. The format is resolutely on a human scale: bargain hunting outdoors in an open field, in an environment of limestone hills and agricultural plateaux characteristic of White Quercy. The hall itself serves as the logistics hub for refreshments and food.

What you can find

Mostly private sellers from the Quercy and around Lauzerte, the flea market offers the great classics: adult and children's clothing, toys, books, crockery, knick-knacks, small furniture, vinyl records and family bric-a-brac. A few exhibitors also bring vintage items, old tools and curiosities from Quercy barns. The organising association — with a cultural and event-based vocation — sometimes gives the day an artistic touch with craft stalls or shows.

Atmosphere and tips

1 May is a French bank holiday — one of the great traditional bargain-hunting dates. The day starts at 8 am and runs until 6 pm. Refreshments and food are available on site. Use your visit to discover Lauzerte, listed among the Most Beautiful Villages of France, just 10 minutes away: medieval Place des Cornières, cobbled lanes and panoramic views over the Quercy hills.