Vide grenier de Vézénobres

The Vide grenier de Vézénobres

At the fairground of Vézénobres, car boot sales are held several times a year, generally in March, July, August, October, and November. Organized by Jean-Pierre, these flea markets bring together individuals and professionals from 6 am to 6 pm, offering a long day of treasure hunting in the picturesque setting of this perched village in the Gard.

Participation conditions are simple and accessible: €10 for a car, €15 for a van. Food and drink are available on site for lunch between stalls.

Vézénobres, a medieval jewel of the Gard

Vézénobres is one of the most beautiful villages in the Gard, renowned for its exceptional medieval site. Perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Gardon d'Alès valley, this village, listed among the most beautiful sites in the Gard, retains its winding streets, its golden stone houses, and its medieval towers, giving it an authentic and picturesque character.

The village overlooks the Alès plain from its altitude of 180 meters, offering a remarkable panorama of the Cévennes and the Gardon. Its classified historical site attracts many visitors eager to discover this exceptional heritage. The coexistence of the medieval village and the modern car boot sale creates a striking and charming contrast.

A Calendar Spread Throughout the Year

The peculiarity of the Vézénobres car boot sale is its calendar spread over several seasons:

• March: First spring event, ideal for treasure hunters who have waited for the end of winter
• July and August: Summer editions taking advantage of local tourism and the many holidaymakers who frequent the Alès region
• October and November: Autumn editions to extend the season before the cold weather

This extended calendar attracts a varied and loyal clientele, who return several times a year to discover new finds. Exhibitors also appreciate these multiple opportunities to clear out their stock.

The Fairground, a Place Steeped in History

The fairground of Vézénobres has traditionally been the gathering place for residents for markets and fairs. This public space, a legacy of the tradition of medieval and modern fairs, now hosts car boot sales with the same hospitality it once offered to cattle and goods traders.

This continuity between the fairs of yesteryear and contemporary car boot sales is part of the long commercial history of Vézénobres, a village that was an important stop on the trade routes in Languedoc.

Practical Information

Car boot sale several times a year (March, July, August, October, November). Champ de foire, Vézénobres. Opening 6 am - closing 6 pm. Exhibitor fee: €10 car, €15 van. Food available on site. Contact: Jean-Pierre.