Loge-Fougereuse Cystic Fibrosis Charity Flea Market

A flea market for a great cause

Loge-Fougereuse is a small commune of about 350 inhabitants in the haut-bocage Vendée, halfway between La Châtaigneraie and Pouzauges. Each year, it hosts a flea market whose proceeds fund cystic fibrosis research and patient support — a serious genetic disease affecting around 7,500 people in France.

The event is part of the long tradition of charity flea markets bringing villages together around a cause.

What to find

• Private sellers: crockery, knick-knacks, textiles
• Clothing, toys, baby gear
• Books, comics, records
• Tools, garden equipment
• Decorative items

The charity dimension

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease mainly affecting lungs and digestive system. Research progresses, treatments improve, but needs remain huge. Events like this flea market contribute to the national mobilisation led by Vaincre la Mucoviscidose.

By participating (as seller or visitor), each person supports the cause.

Loge-Fougereuse, haut-bocage village

Located in haut-bocage Vendée, hilly zone on Deux-Sèvres border. Hedgerow landscapes typical of this Vendée area. 10 min from La Châtaigneraie, 15 min from Pouzauges.

Access

Via D30 from La Châtaigneraie or D36 from Pouzauges. Free parking in village.

Extending the day

La Châtaigneraie heritage, Pouzauges 'Petite Cité de Caractère' with castle and Mont Mercure (Vendée's highest point), Puy du Fou at Les Epesses, haut-bocage walking/cycling.