Secours Catholique Charity Brocante — Savigny-sur-Orge

Secours Catholique in Essonne: grassroots solidarity

Secours Catholique — Caritas France is one of France's largest charitable associations, present in every diocese and working daily to support people in precarious situations: food aid, housing support, administrative guidance, fighting isolation. In Essonne (91), several local sections are active from Corbeil-Essonnes to Palaiseau, including in Savigny-sur-Orge.

The Savigny-sur-Orge section runs regular programmes for families in difficulty across the Orge valley. The annual brocante is a highlight of its calendar: it generates funds for local actions and serves as a moment of community encounter and awareness.

A mixed charity brocante under the arcades

The event is held under the covered arcades of Savigny-sur-Orge, sheltered from the elements. It welcomes both private sellers clearing out their homes and professional antique dealers, creating a rich and diverse offering for visitors. Free entry reflects the association's commitment to accessibility and outreach.

Savigny-sur-Orge: a city of solidarity

With 37,000 inhabitants, Savigny-sur-Orge has always prioritised social cohesion. Its dense network of associations — including Secours Catholique, Croix-Rouge and Restos du Cœur — supports hundreds of families monthly. The RER C makes the town's solidarity infrastructure accessible to residents of neighbouring communes.

Practical info

Venue: Under the arcades, Savigny-sur-Orge (91600).

Entry: Free for visitors.

Organiser: Secours Catholique, Savigny section.

Access: RER C, Savigny-sur-Orge station.