Rue Saint-Jean Flea Market

A flea market in the heart of the old village

The rue Saint-Jean Flea Market in Geispolsheim takes place every May 1st in one of the oldest streets of this beautiful Alsatian village. Set up around the Salle Saint-Jean, located at 1 rue de la Liberte, the event extends through the historic district, between half-timbered houses, fountains and flowered gardens that make Geispolsheim so charming. May 1st, Labor Day, is traditionally a key date for Alsatian bargain hunters who take advantage of this long weekend to visit flea markets throughout the region.

A wide selection of finds

Exhibitors offer a varied range of goods: dishware, glassware, antique trinkets, books, vinyl records, clothing, children's toys, nursery items, household linen, tools, small furniture, Alsatian folk art, souvenirs, postcards, and many curiosities. Collectors regularly find Betschdorf earthenware, kougelhopf molds, antique irons and other examples of Alsatian domestic heritage. The atmosphere is relaxed, conducive to friendly chat and gentle bargaining.

Geispolsheim, a large village in the Alsatian foothills

Geispolsheim, a commune of over 7,700 inhabitants located about ten kilometers south of Strasbourg, is known for its exceptional heritage. Its 18th-century Saint-Jean-Baptiste church, its old village classified as a Remarkable Heritage Site, and its famous Corpus Christi procession with flower carpets make it one of the jewels of Bas-Rhin. The French capital of sauerkraut, the town is surrounded by cabbage fields that supply local sauerkraut producers. This May 1st, the flea market fits perfectly with the cultural and festive identity of this large village.