Rue de Paris Flea Market (Les Chapelles-Bourbon)

A Village Flea Market in Central Brie

Les Chapelles-Bourbon is a small rural commune in central Seine-et-Marne, located a few kilometers from Fontenay-Trésigny and near the Crécy forest. Every year in spring, the village organizes its annual flea market on rue de Paris, its main artery crossing the center of the village. This event, much appreciated by residents, marks the return of sunny days and the opening of the local events season.

Rue de Paris, the Village's Main Artery

Rue de Paris is the backbone of Les Chapelles-Bourbon. It crosses the village from east to west and is the natural place for collective events. For the flea market, the street is closed to traffic and welcomes exhibitor stalls along its entire length. This classic linear layout of village flea markets encourages peaceful strolling and allows bargain hunters to methodically explore the whole offering.

An Authentic Village Atmosphere

The Les Chapelles-Bourbon flea market is a human-scale event reflecting the community spirit of small Brie villages. The exhibitors are mostly residents of the commune and neighboring villages, offering a wide range of second-hand items: clothing, books, toys, crockery, trinkets, small furniture, garden tools. The atmosphere stands out for its conviviality: everyone knows each other, people chat, share memories, and the morning of bargain hunting readily takes on the feel of a village festival.

Les Chapelles-Bourbon, a Preserved Rural Commune

Les Chapelles-Bourbon has a few hundred residents spread around its central village and hamlets. The commune enjoys a preserved agricultural and forest environment, on the edge of the Crécy state forest. Its rural heritage, with its church, old farms, and open plateau landscapes, characterizes Brie identity. This still-preserved countryside attracts more and more neo-rural dwellers and Paris-region residents seeking authenticity and quality of life.

A Territory to Discover

Bargain hunters who want to extend their visit can explore the surroundings: the Crécy forest for a walk or bike ride, Fontenay-Trésigny and its downtown shops, Rozay-en-Brie and its heritage, or the Yerres valley a little further north. Central Brie, both close to Paris and fully rural, offers many opportunities for discovery to pleasantly extend a morning of bargain hunting.

Practical Information

The Les Chapelles-Bourbon flea market takes place on Sunday May 10, 2026 on rue de Paris, in the village. Free admission for visitors. Parking nearby in the village.