Two summer rendezvous by the Riez Ensemble association
Riez Ensemble association runs two garage sales at Notre-Dame-de-Riez in July 2026: Sunday 5 July and Tuesday 14 July. A village near Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, Notre-Dame-de-Riez offers an authentic rural setting for hunting beside the Côte de Lumière.
Riez Ensemble runs several annual events for local life at Notre-Dame-de-Riez. For 2026, two July sales: Sunday 5 July and Tuesday 14 July (Bastille Day). Two chances for Côte de Lumière holidaymakers and Riez locals to hunt inland, quieter than major seaside resorts.
The village is a genuine haven between Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (5 km) and Challans (12 km). Rural centre, Maraîchin traditions — authentic stop away from summer seaside crowds. Mixed public: residents, locals, inland-curious holidaymakers.
~2,100 inhabitants. Named after the nearby Riez river. Historically Maraîchin, linked to marsh and water culture. Quiet, preserved, authentic, steps from the coast.
Key local association — events, fêtes, cultural activities. Garage sales are their main fundraiser, mobilising all volunteers.
Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (5 min, fishing port, sardine canneries, beaches), Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez (5 min), Challans (12 min), Riez marshes, ÃŽle d'Yeu (ferry). Many cycle paths to the beaches.
Sunday 5 July 2026 and Tuesday 14 July 2026 (public holiday). Usually 8am-6pm.
Notre-Dame-de-Riez, 85270. Exact venue via Riez Ensemble.
Riez Ensemble association.
Free entry.
Via Riez Ensemble.
Volunteer-run bar and food.
Via D32 (Challans / Saint-Gilles) or D59.
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Notre-Dame-de-Riez
Notre-Dame-de-Riez, 85270 Notre-Dame-de-Riez