Saint-Martin-des-Fontaines Monthly Flea Market

A monthly flea market, exception in Vendée

Saint-Martin-des-Fontaines is a small commune of about 400 inhabitants on the Vendée plain, between Fontenay-le-Comte, Luçon and Sainte-Hermine. Its specialty: a monthly flea market every 2nd Sunday. This recurring format, rare in Vendée (most are annual), makes the village a regular rendezvous for southern Vendée browsers.

The format works well: loyal sellers return monthly, creating a community; browsers can plan outings; stocks renew, guaranteeing finds at each edition.

What to find

• Private sellers: monthly-renewed stocks
• Clothing, toys, baby gear
• Books, comics, vinyl
• Crockery, knick-knacks, everyday objects
• Small furniture, decor
• Tools, miscellaneous

Regular browser rendezvous

The 2nd Sunday has become a key date for southern Vendée brocante lovers. Some come systematically, others occasionally, but regularity creates anticipation and loyalty. Open year-round with seasonal attendance (higher spring/autumn).

Saint-Martin-des-Fontaines, Vendée plain

Small rural commune typical of Vendée plain, between bocage and Marais Poitevin. Part of Sud Vendée Littoral community of communes.

Access

Via D137 from Luçon or D148 from Fontenay. Free parking.

Extending the visit

Fontenay-le-Comte (15 min), Luçon (15 min), Marais Poitevin (20 min, Maillezais, Damvix), Sainte-Hermine (10 min), Vendée coast (30 min).