Spring flea market at Fontenay-le-Comte
The Plaine des Sports André Forens in Fontenay-le-Comte hosts a big May flea market gathering bargain-hunters, private exhibitors and south-Vendée visitors. In this Art and History town, gateway to Marais Poitevin, one of the most awaited spring community rendezvous.
Fontenay-le-Comte, south-Vendée subprefecture classified City of Art and History, regularly hosts community events at the Plaine des Sports André Forens. This versatile space on the city outskirts offers ideal setting: vast parking, room for dozens or hundreds of exhibitors, easy access, comfortable outdoor conditions.
Spring flea market 31 May 2026 benefits from fair weather and residents' urge to sort post-winter. Attracts exhibitors from Fontenay and nearby (Benet, Maillezais, L'Orbrie, Vix), varied public: families, enthusiasts, regional tourists.
One of Vendée's finest cities, 14,000-inhabitant subprefecture. Former Bas-Poitou capital. Exceptional architectural heritage: Renaissance and 18th-century mansions, Notre-Dame church with flamboyant spire, Quatre Tias fountain, Château de Terre-Neuve (visitable), ramparts. River Vendée (naming the department) crosses the city.
North gateway to Marais Poitevin (Venise Verte). Nature lovers reach Damvix, Maillezais or Saint-Pierre Abbey in under 20 min: canals, punts, wetland classified Grand Site de France.
Old town, Château de Terre-Neuve, Notre-Dame, Quatre Tias fountain. Marais Poitevin and Maillezais Abbey 15 min. Niort (Deux-Sèvres) 45 min. La Rochelle 1h.
On main aggregators and Fontenay community agenda. Plaine des Sports' vast setting makes comfortable experience for exhibitors and visitors.
Plaine des Sports André Forens flea market in Fontenay-le-Comte on Sunday 31 May 2026. Big spring rendezvous in this City of Art and History, north gateway to Marais Poitevin. Vast outdoor setting, free entry.
Plaine des Sports André Forens, Fontenay-le-Comte (85200).
Sunday 31 May 2026.
Usually 7am to 6pm.
Free.
Advance booking. Rate per metre TBC.
A83 Fontenay-le-Comte exit. D148, D949. Big free car park at Plaine des Sports.
Refreshments and quick food on site. Historic centre cafés and restaurants.
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Plaine des Sports André Forens
Plaine des Sports André Forens, 85200 Fontenay-le-Comte