Saint-Jean-de-Marsacq Car Boot Sale

The Saint-Jean-de-Marsacq Car Boot Sale

Saint-Jean-de-Marsacq, a rural commune in the Landes region located between Dax and Bayonne on the left bank of the Adour, organizes a car boot sale every summer at the Salle Fernand Secheer. This human-sized event brings together about thirty exhibitors in an authentic village setting.

A Village Car Boot Sale

The Saint-Jean-de-Marsacq car boot sale is one of those small local events that make the charm of rural life in the Landes. Exhibitors set up in the multi-purpose hall and adjacent outdoor areas, offering an eclectic choice of second-hand items: clothing, tableware, books, toys, trinkets, and small furniture. The atmosphere is family-friendly, and interactions between sellers and buyers are good-natured.

Saint-Jean-de-Marsacq, Village on the Adour

Saint-Jean-de-Marsacq is a commune of about 600 inhabitants nestled in the hills on the left bank of the Adour. The village benefits from a green and hilly environment, typical of the Landes foothills of the Pyrenees. Its proximity to Dax and the Atlantic coast makes it a sought-after place to live, away from the hustle and bustle of seaside resorts while remaining easily accessible.

Local Community Life

The car boot sale contributes to the animation of this small village where community life plays an important role in maintaining social ties. Volunteers ensure the organization and reception of exhibitors and visitors, creating a moment of conviviality appreciated by all residents and neighbors from surrounding communes.

To Discover in the Area

Saint-Jean-de-Marsacq is ideally located to combine the car boot sale with a visit to the local heritage. The neighboring communes of Josse, Saubrigues, and Oeyregave offer beautiful walks in the Landes countryside. The proximity of Dax also allows for extending the day with a visit to the spa town and its hot springs. For treasure hunters, other flea markets often take place on the same weekend in nearby villages, allowing for a complete brocante circuit.