Bargain hunting facing Mont Ventoux, on the lavender racetrack at 800 metres
Every 14 July, the Défends racecourse in Sault becomes one of the most unusual flea markets in Provence. At 800 metres above sea level, between emerging lavender fields and the slopes of Mont Ventoux, the Sault Horse-Racing Society welcomes exhibitors and bargain hunters onto the racing track. An open-air flea market with an exceptional panoramic setting, open to all on Bastille Day.
Bargain hunting in Provence, yes, but bargain hunting at 800 metres altitude facing the Giant of Provence is quite unusual. Every 14 July, the Sault Horse-Racing Society turns the Défends racecourse, along the road to Saint-Trinit, into a vast flea market field. On the racing track and its surroundings, private sellers and small professionals empty cellars, attics and sheds under the sun of the Sault plateau.
The racecourse site offers a 360° view that many events envy. To the north, Mont Ventoux displays its stony slopes, to the south, the lavender fields of the Sault plateau stretch as far as the eye can see. In July, the lavender is just beginning its purple bloom.
The event attracts exhibitors from across Vaucluse and neighbouring Alpes-de-Haute-Provence: rustic tableware, Provençal linens, antique toys, books, farming tools, rustic furniture and regional figurines.
On 14 July, Sault celebrates in family style, and the flea market sets the rhythm of a day extended around a picnic on the track, a lavender ice cream on the Esplanade or a drive through the Nesque gorges.
The Sault Racecourse flea market will take place on Tuesday 14 July 2026, from 9 am to 6 pm, on the Défends track. Organised by the Sault Horse-Racing Society, this Bastille Day event brings together private sellers and small professionals facing Mont Ventoux. Stand: €15 for 5 linear metres. Free admission. Refreshments on site.
Défends Racecourse, route de Saint-Trinit, 84390 Sault. Sault plateau, 800 metres altitude.
From Carpentras, D942 via the Nesque gorges (40 km, approx. 1h). From Apt, D943 via Saint-Saturnin-lès-Apt (35 km). Free parking around the racecourse.
9 am to 6 pm on Tuesday 14 July 2026.
Stand: €15 for 5 linear metres. Mix of private sellers and small professionals. Registration with the Sault Horse-Racing Society.
Refreshments, snacks, parking. Bring a hat and water in summer.
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Hippodrome du Défends
Route de Saint-Trinit, 84390 Sault