Guérard Flea Market (July)

The Guérard Flea Market: A Summer Tradition in the Grand Morin Valley

At the height of summer, Guérard becomes the Brie region's bargain-hunting capital for a day. The annual flea market, held around Rue des Violettes, brings together some 300 exhibitors from 6 am onwards. Private sellers emptying their cellars and attics, seasoned brocanteurs and antique professionals set up side by side in a friendly atmosphere that makes the charm of this summer event. The aisles stay lively until 5.30 pm, giving visitors long hours to hunt for hidden gems.

A Flea Market with a Bastille Day Flair

Traditionally linked to the 14 July Bastille Day period, this flea market takes on a festive national holiday feel. Concert, food trucks, children's rides and a refreshment stand run by volunteers extend the pleasure of bargain hunting well beyond the simple stalls. Families enjoy a full day of entertainment, while collectors take advantage of the diverse offerings to enrich their finds. On-site parking makes access easy to this particularly popular event.

A Varied Selection for Every Taste

Rue des Violettes and adjoining streets transform into a large open-air market where antique dishes, linens, clothing, toys, tools, vinyl records, books, curios and small furniture stand side by side. Professional dealers offer rarer pieces, period furniture, paintings and decorative objects that appeal to lovers of traditional living. The diversity of stalls makes this flea market a true treasure trove for methodical hunters and Sunday strollers alike.

Guérard, a Peaceful Village Between Paris and Brie

Located in the Grand Morin valley, halfway between Coulommiers and Crécy-la-Chapelle, Guérard is a rural commune that has preserved its village character while benefiting from proximity to the Paris region. Surrounded by rolling landscapes, woodlands and meadows, it offers visitors a peaceful, authentic setting. Its built heritage and natural environment invite extending the day with a walk along the Grand Morin or a discovery of nearby villages.

Extending the Day in the Pays Créçois

Bargain hunters wishing to turn their trip to Guérard into a real getaway will find plenty of nearby attractions. Crécy-la-Chapelle, nicknamed the 'Venice of Brie' for its canals, the Notre-Dame collegiate church and its old houses, is well worth a visit. Coulommiers invites visitors to discover its abbey and famous cheese, a pillar of Brie gastronomy. Disneyland Paris, just a few kilometres away, offers a complementary family option for those wishing to extend the weekend.

Practical Information

The Guérard flea market is held on Rue des Violettes in Guérard (77580), in early July. Hours: 8 am to 5.30 pm, exhibitor set-up from 6 am. Free admission for visitors. About 300 exhibitors. Refreshments, food, rides, concert and on-site parking.