Réaumur Brocante and Estate Sale

Réaumur brocante and estate sale

Réaumur is a small village of about 550 in the Vendée Haut-Bocage, south-east of the département. Its name is inseparable from René-Antoine Ferchault de Réaumur, 18th-century scientist who invented the graduated thermometer bearing his name and made major advances in metallurgy, entomology and zoology. The Réaumur château, where he lived, is still visible.

The 6-7 June 2026 brocante and estate sale is a special event: the "vide-maison" format means the complete contents of a property are sold — often yielding exceptional finds. This edition is notably at Prieuré Saint-Pierre, 2 rue du Prieuré, with possibly a second site at 15 rue de l'Adret.

What is an estate sale?

An "estate sale" empties a house or property entirely, furniture and objects included. Unlike a standard flea market, you discover the story of a family or place through its objects. Prices are often tighter than professional brocantes and items can be exceptional: old furniture, linen, crockery, books, decor, tools, farming gear...

What to find

• Antique and country furniture
• Crockery, porcelain, glassware
• Old and embroidered linen
• Books, documents, engravings
• Decor and trinkets
• Old tools and farming gear
• Clothes, accessories, textiles

A singular heritage

Réaumur deserves a visit for its medieval castle, Saint-Denis church, Prieuré Saint-Pierre (brocante venue), and hiking paths in the Haut-Bocage. Near Pouzauges (a "Petite Cité de Caractère"), Puy du Fou and La Châtaigneraie — an interesting Vendée bocage weekend stop.

Tips

Come early Saturday for choice; suitable vehicle for furniture; cash for small negotiations; return Sunday for possible last-minute drops.

Nearby

Pouzauges (10 min, Petite Cité de Caractère); Montournais; Mont Mercure; Puy du Fou 20 min; La Châtaigneraie 15 min.