Place Velpeau Car Boot Sale

Car Boot Sale and Velpeau Neighbourhood Festival

Each early summer, Place Velpeau buzzes with the rhythm of its annual car boot sale, a true institution of the neighbourhood. Private sellers set up all around this tree-lined square to offer clothes, toys, books, crockery, trinkets, small furniture, and everyday objects. The car boot sale is often combined with the neighbourhood festival, featuring entertainment, music, and food stalls, creating a unique festive and popular atmosphere in the Tours urban area.

Velpeau, the neighbourhood with heart

The Velpeau neighbourhood, named after the famous Tours surgeon Alfred Velpeau, is a residential and commercial area south of the centre of Tours. Its central square, schools, associations, and market make it a true village within the city. The car boot sale perpetuates this community and solidarity spirit. A few minutes' walk away, visitors can reach the banks of the Cher river, the Bergeonnerie lake, or the Grandmont park, the green lungs of the city.

A summer day of treasure hunting

The Place Velpeau car boot sale is one of the last major car boot sales of the Tours spring season. Entry is free, and the shaded setting of the square offers pleasant comfort for browsing even during the hottest hours. The refreshment stand and food stalls allow you to extend the day in a friendly atmosphere.