Verpillières Flea Market

A rural flea market in the Santerre

Verpillières is a small village of about 400 inhabitants in southeastern Somme, at the edges of the Santerre and Oise. Each spring, the town organizes its annual flea market, an expected event for local bargain hunters.

An authentic family display

Exhibitors — mainly village and neighbouring residents — offer a typical display: tableware, family clothes, toys, books, comics, vinyls, old tools, small furniture, lamps, trinkets, old papers.

Verpillières, Picardy edges

Verpillières lies at the southeastern edge of the Somme department. Its brick houses, Saint-Martin church and quiet rural bourg atmosphere compose an authentic setting.

The appeal of small flea markets

Small rural flea markets have a particular charm: artisanal organization, exhibitors know each other, prices remain accessible. It's in such events that one might dig up a Norman wardrobe at a bargain price.

Tips

Arrive early (7-9am). Park in village streets. Bring cash and patience. Explore the surroundings.