Riez Ensemble Garage Sale at Notre-Dame-de-Riez

Two garage sales at Notre-Dame-de-Riez in July

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.

What to find

• Local private sellers
• Clothes, shoes, baby gear
• Toys, games, books, comics
• Crockery, linen, small furniture
• Beach and summer gear
• Rural decor, vintage

Notre-Dame-de-Riez, Riez country village

~2,100 inhabitants. Named after the nearby Riez river. Historically Maraîchin, linked to marsh and water culture. Quiet, preserved, authentic, steps from the coast.

Riez Ensemble

Key local association — events, fêtes, cultural activities. Garage sales are their main fundraiser, mobilising all volunteers.

Around

Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (5 min, fishing port, sardine canneries, beaches), Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez (5 min), Challans (12 min), Riez marshes, Île d'Yeu (ferry). Many cycle paths to the beaches.