Talence Car boot sale

The Talence Car Boot Sale, in the Park of the Château de Thouars

Every year in March, the Château de Thouars alley in Talence hosts a car boot sale that marks the beginning of the spring flea market season in the Bordeaux metropolitan area. This majestic alley, lined with century-old plane trees, offers an exceptional setting for bargain hunting: stalls are lined up under the canopy of trees, creating a bucolic atmosphere in the heart of the city. Private sellers offer clothes, toys, books, crockery, trinkets, small furniture, and decorative objects.

The Château de Thouars, a Heritage Gem of Talence

The Château de Thouars is an 18th-century chartreuse surrounded by a vast landscaped park. Owned by the town of Talence, it now houses a cultural center and exhibition spaces. The park, open to the public, is one of the green lungs of the commune. The main alley of the castle, straight and shaded, is an ideal place for organizing outdoor events. The car boot sale takes advantage of this prestigious setting to offer visitors a pleasant and exotic bargain hunting experience.

Talence, a University and Residential Town

Talence is a town of over 43,000 inhabitants, bordering Bordeaux to the south. It hosts a significant part of the University Campus of Bordeaux and is characterized by a mix of residential areas, green spaces, and cultural facilities. The car boot sale at the Château de Thouars attracts students, families, and retirees alike, in a relaxed and intergenerational atmosphere.