Privezac Car Boot Sale

The Privezac Car Boot Sale: Treasure Hunting and Friendliness in Northern Aveyron

Every May 8th, the village of Privezac hosts its traditional car boot sale, an event organized by the FRER association that brings together individuals and treasure hunters in a warm and family atmosphere. The car boot sale is set up in the heart of this small village in northern Aveyron, offering visitors the opportunity to stroll among the stalls while enjoying the charm of a village with preserved medieval architecture. From 8 am to 5 pm, the aisles come alive with all sorts of finds: antique tableware, books and magazines, clothes, toys, trinkets, garden tools, and second-hand furniture.

A Medieval Village Steeped in History in the Heart of Ségala

Perched at nearly 500 meters altitude on the foothills of Ségala, Privezac is a former fortified village of Rouergue whose history dates back to the Middle Ages. The village is famous for its lost castle, once considered one of the most beautiful in Rouergue, which had no less than 365 windows before being ravaged by flames. Although the castle no longer exists, the village retains its superb arcaded square, a typical architectural feature of medieval villages in Aveyron, where residents still gather on Sunday mornings. The parish church, stone alleys, and old houses complete this remarkable village heritage.

A Natural Setting Between the Causses du Quercy and the Valleys of Rouergue

The municipality of Privezac covers 1,109 hectares of rolling landscapes, including hedged pastures, chestnut woods, and small streams. Seven watercourses cross the municipal territory, including the Alzou, contributing to the ecological richness of this preserved corner of Aveyron. The municipality borders the Regional Natural Park of Causses du Quercy, offering an exceptional natural setting for hiking and nature lovers. Nearby villages such as Peyrusse-le-Roc, with its spectacular medieval remains just 10 km away, the Renaissance Château de Bournazel, and the listed village of Belcastel make this part of northern Aveyron a top heritage destination.

Finds for Every Taste

The Privezac car boot sale offers the diversity characteristic of rural Aveyron events. Private stalls are filled with tableware and kitchen items, books and comics, clothing and accessories for the whole family, toys and board games, DIY and gardening tools, antique furniture, and decorative trinkets. Savvy treasure hunters know they need to arrive early, right at opening time at 8 am, to find the best deals before the crowds. The relaxed, village atmosphere of Privezac, far from the hustle and bustle of large urban flea markets, is what makes this event so charming, where people take the time to chat and bargain.

Information for Exhibitors

Individuals wishing to exhibit at the Privezac car boot sale can register with the FRER association. Each pitch includes a 185 cm table and 3 meters of free space (2 meters deep), offered at a price of 8 euros per stand. Reservation is mandatory and must be made by phone. Exhibitor setup begins at 7 am, and presence is required until the end of the event at 5 pm. Entry is free for visitors, who can come and hunt for treasures freely throughout the day.