Vide-Grenier de Gilette

The Gilette car boot sale

Gilette is a picturesque perched village located at the confluence of the Estéron and the Var, in the Alpes-Maritimes. Dominated by the imposing ruins of its medieval castle perched on a rocky spur, this characteristic village offers a remarkable panorama of the Var valley and the surrounding wooded hills. Its stepped alleys, old stone houses, and vaulted passageways provide an authentic setting for the annual car boot sale, which takes over the village squares and lanes.

A popular annual event for bargain hunters

The Gilette car boot sale has become a highly anticipated highlight of local life, bringing together the village inhabitants and visitors from Nice and the Var valley communes. Private exhibitors offer a wide range of second-hand items: vintage clothing, antique toys, old books, trinkets, tools, and various decorative objects. The relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere that prevails in the village lanes invites you to take your time browsing the stalls, chatting with exhibitors, and discovering unexpected finds at low prices.

Discover Gilette

The car boot sale is the ideal opportunity to discover Gilette and its remarkable heritage. The castle ruins, accessible by a steep path, offer a breathtaking view of the confluence of the Estéron and the Var. The parish church, ancient fountains, and washhouses bear witness to the daily life of yesteryear in this village in the Nice hinterland. Hikers will appreciate the marked trails that crisscross the hills covered with garrigue and olive trees, offering natural escapes in the immediate vicinity of the village.