Car boot sale of the Abbaye de Clairmont in Olivet

Car boot sale of the Abbaye de Clairmont – Olivet (53410)

In the exceptional setting of the Abbaye de Clairmont, a Cistercian site in northern Mayenne, the association Les Amis de Clairmont organizes a car boot sale every June that combines heritage and conviviality. This unique event attracts both bargain hunters and medieval architecture enthusiasts for an unforgettable day in a rare historical setting.

The Abbaye de Clairmont is a Cistercian monument founded in the 12th century, one of the major religious heritage sites in Mayenne. Its ancient buildings, cloisters, and gardens form a remarkable architectural ensemble, classified as historical monuments. Olivet, a commune in northern Mayenne, is thus the guardian of an exceptional heritage that attracts visitors and the curious all year round.

Les Amis de Clairmont is the association dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of this exceptional site. It organizes various events to keep the place alive and to finance the restoration and maintenance work essential for the conservation of such heritage. The June car boot sale is one of these events: popular and accessible, it attracts a large audience who discover or rediscover the abbey in a festive context.

Exhibitors set up their tables in the courtyard and outbuildings of the abbey, offering visitors an incomparable setting for their bargain hunting. Usual second-hand items mingle with the Cistercian architectural setting: crockery, old and modern books, decorative objects, clothing, trinkets, and furniture. Some exhibitors also offer items related to local heritage or crafts.

Entry to the car boot sale is free. Visitors are invited to explore the abbey and its surroundings, enjoying a combined visit of the event and the monument. The profits support the conservation and enhancement projects of the Abbaye de Clairmont.