Saint-Just d'Arbois Car Boot Sale

The Saint-Just Car Boot Sale in Arbois

Every September, the Saint-Just district of Arbois organises a small back-to-school car boot sale. With around twenty sellers, this human-sized event prioritises conviviality and proximity between sellers and bargain hunters.

A Neighbourhood Car Boot Sale

Far from large flea markets with hundreds of stalls, the Saint-Just car boot sale cultivates a neighbourhood spirit. Around 25 private sellers offer the contents of their attics and cupboards: crockery, trinkets, toys, clothes, books, and various objects. This is the type of car boot sale where you take the time to chat with sellers and negotiate prices in good spirits.

In the Heart of the Arbois Vineyards

The Saint-Just district is located in the historic part of Arbois, a town in the Jura famous for its wines and heritage. The car boot sale offers a pleasant reason to visit the town, stroll along the Cuisance river, and perhaps stop at a wine cellar to taste some Vin Jaune or Crémant du Jura after your bargain hunting.

An End-of-Summer Event

Scheduled for September, this car boot sale marks the transition between summer and autumn in the Jura. The atmosphere is gentle, and sellers take advantage of the last fine days to sell off items they no longer need.

A District Steeped in History

The Saint-Just district gets its name from the old parish church of Arbois. This area of the town, with its limestone winegrower houses and winding streets, bears witness to the city's medieval past. Bargain hunting in this historic setting adds a heritage dimension to the flea market day. Architecture enthusiasts will appreciate the sculpted facades and typical Jura vineyard courtyards that line the route between the stalls.