Spring Car Boot Sale of Champagnole

The spring car boot sale, a Champagnole classic

Every spring, Champagnole hosts its traditional car boot sale which marks the return of good weather in the Haut-Jura. This event brings together the inhabitants of the town and surrounding communes who come to clear out their attics and offer their finds to passing bargain hunters.

Champagnole, gateway to the Haut-Jura

Sub-prefecture of the Jura, Champagnole is a town of 8,000 inhabitants located on the banks of the Ain river, at an altitude of 540 meters. It is the gateway to the Haut-Jura and benefits from an exceptional natural environment between forests, lakes, and waterfalls. The car boot sale takes place outdoors, allowing visitors to enjoy the mountain setting while hunting for treasures.

A family and popular event

This car boot sale attracts a family and popular crowd. You can find everything: children's toys, clothes of all sizes, dishes and trinkets, books, garden tools, decorative objects, and small furniture. Prices are generally very affordable, and bargaining is part of the game. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, reflecting the welcoming nature of this Jura town.