All Saints' Day Flea Market in Sainte-Maxime

A marathon flea market on All Saints' Day

Every year, All Saints' Day sees Sainte-Maxime's longest flea market, spreading along Promenade Aymeric Simon-Lorière from 6am to 7pm. Thirteen non-stop hours for a real Sunday marathon, attracting locals, All Saints' holidaymakers and hunters from inland Var and the Alpes-Maritimes.

Organised as part of late-season events, it offers a very popular alternative to traditional All Saints' outings, helped by usually mild weather.

What to hunt

• Adult and children's clothing (all seasons)
• Toys, books, board games, comics
• Crockery, vintage crockery, knick-knacks
• Small furniture, decor, lamps
• Vinyl, CDs, DVDs
• Tools, DIY and garden gear
• Sports gear, bikes, outdoor toys
• A few dealers and second-hand pros

An exceptional day

• 13 opening hours — rare in the Var
• Last great outdoor event of the season
• Works for early birds and night owls
• Great for second-home owners closing the season

Setting and mood

On 1 November, Promenade Simon-Lorière glows with golden light and dense but not saturated footfall. Locals reclaim their town after the summer peak. More authentic than mid-summer; restaurants and cafés stay open.