Monieux Flea Market & Funfair

Monieux, a balcony over the Nesque gorges

Monieux is one of those Provençal villages you almost discover by accident. Perched on a rocky spur, dominated by a medieval tower ruin, it marks the entrance to the Nesque gorges. In this rare setting, the Festival Committee hosts each spring a funfair alongside a flea market.

A flea market in the lanes

Stalls line the streets, small square and cobbled alleys. Visitors walk among the stands at the calm pace of a village of barely 160 inhabitants. Mainly private sellers offer tableware, old linens, toys, tools, books and Provençal curios.

Funfair and village atmosphere

On 25 May, Whit Monday, the whole village celebrates. Rides for children, refreshments, a community meal.

Around, the Nesque gorges

Monieux is inseparable from the Nesque gorges, best discovered from the panoramic D942 road, with the Castelleras viewpoint and the Saint-Michel chapel clinging to the cliff.