Valbonne Car Boot Sale

The Valbonne Car Boot Sale

Valbonne is a remarkable Provençal village located between the Sophia Antipolis technopole and Grasse, in the Alpes-Maritimes. Founded in the 16th century by the monks of the Abbey of Chalais, the village is distinguished by its unique orthogonal layout in Provence, organized around the famous Place des Arcades, lined with ogival vaults and colorful facades. This checkerboard plan, rare and precious, gives Valbonne exceptional architectural charm. It is in this elegant setting that the car boot sale takes place each year, taking over the right-angled streets and the central square for the greatest pleasure of bargain hunters.

A popular annual event for bargain hunters

The Valbonne Car Boot Sale has become a highly anticipated highlight of local life, bringing together the village's inhabitants and visitors from Sophia Antipolis, Grasse, Antibes, and surrounding communes. Private sellers offer a wide selection of second-hand items: vintage clothing, antique toys, old books, trinkets, Provençal decorative objects, and curiosities of all kinds. The lively and friendly atmosphere under the arcades and in the alleyways invites you to stroll, haggle good-naturedly, and find original treasures in an exceptional architectural setting.

Discover Valbonne

The car boot sale is the perfect opportunity to discover Valbonne and its unique heritage. The Place des Arcades, the beating heart of the village, hosts markets, festivals, and events throughout the year. The Abbey of Valbonne, founded in the 13th century, the checkerboard alleyways, and the houses with Provençal facades form a remarkable architectural ensemble. Food lovers will appreciate the restaurants and terraces bordering the square, while walkers can explore the garrigue and pine-covered hills surrounding the village.