Car boot sale Les Amis de l'Auze — Araules

The Les Amis de l'Auze car boot sale in Araules

Araules, a village perched in the Sucs of Haute-Loire between fir forests and volcanic plateaus, comes alive every last Sunday of June thanks to the car boot sale organized by the association Les Amis de l'Auze. This annual event, rooted in Auvergne rural tradition, is held at the Pialevialle football stadium, in the hamlet of Recharinges, a few kilometers from the village of Araules.

A bucolic setting in the heart of the Sucs

The Pialevialle stadium, in the locality of Recharinges, offers a green and typical setting of the Haute-Loire high plateaus. Surrounded by meadows and forests, this rural site hosts the car boot sale in a relaxed and authentic atmosphere. Signposts on the D15 between Le Puy-en-Velay and Valence allow visitors to easily find their way.

Tripe, an essential tradition

One of the specificities of this car boot sale lies in its Auvergne-inspired gastronomic offer. From 7 am, the volunteers of Les Amis de l'Auze serve tripe for €8, an emblematic dish of Haute-Loire peasant cuisine. This morning service is highly appreciated by exhibitors and early visitors who wish to start the day in the best conditions. At noon, a charcuterie and cheese meal is offered for €10, allowing you to fully enjoy the day on site.

The Les Amis de l'Auze association

L'Auze is a river that flows through the plateau communes around Araules. The association Les Amis de l'Auze unites the inhabitants of the area around cultural, sporting, and festive projects. This car boot sale is one of its flagship events, allowing both the local community to gather and visitors from the region to be attracted. The organization is entirely voluntary, and the resulting atmosphere is resolutely warm and friendly.

Treasure hunting in the heights of Haute-Loire

For flea market enthusiasts seeking a change of scenery, the Recharinges car boot sale offers a unique experience: treasure hunting at altitude, in a preserved natural setting, with the Auvergne accent and the aromas of local cuisine. Exhibitors generally offer typical items from country attics: old tools, rural tableware, peasant furniture, old books, and trinkets of all kinds.