Saint-Savinien Collectors' Fair

The Saint-Savinien Collectors' Fair: A Collector's Paradise

Every summer in August, Saint-Savinien-sur-Charente hosts its Collectors' Fair, a show dedicated to collectors from all walks of life. In this small, characterful town in Charente-Maritime, nestled in a bend of the Charente River, enthusiasts of old postcards, stamps, numismatics, old papers, and collectibles gather for a special time of exchange and purchases.

Saint-Savinien, a Characterful Town Along the Charente

Saint-Savinien is one of the most beautiful villages in Charente-Maritime, classified as a Petite Cité de Caractère (Small Town of Character). Its white stone houses, its river port, its medieval streets, and its quays along the Charente make it an exceptional setting. The village, located between Saintes and Saint-Jean-d'Angély, attracts many visitors each year, charmed by its architectural heritage and its peaceful atmosphere by the river.

A Fair for All Collectors

The Saint-Savinien Collectors' Fair covers a wide range of collections: old postcards featuring villages of Saintonge and beyond, French and foreign stamps, old coins, old papers and historical documents, antique books, militaria, and various collectibles. The exhibitors, often passionate collectors themselves, are always ready to share their knowledge and guide visitors in their search.

A Friendly Event in a Heritage Setting

The atmosphere of the fair is both warm and studious. Collectors exchange, compare, and negotiate in a spirit of sharing and common passion. The on-site refreshment stand allows for extended discussions between discoveries. The proximity of the river and the historic center of Saint-Savinien invites visitors to combine their visit to the fair with a stroll through the village's streets.