Vide-Grenier de Saint-Martin-de-Bossenay

The Vide-Grenier de Saint-Martin-de-Bossenay

In May, the village of Saint-Martin-de-Bossenay (10235) hosts its annual car boot sale in the beautiful Voulzie valley, on the border of the Aube and Seine-et-Marne departments. This spring event is eagerly awaited by locals and bargain hunters from the region.

Saint-Martin-de-Bossenay, between Aube and Seine-et-Marne

Saint-Martin-de-Bossenay is a commune in the northwest of the Aube department, in the arrondissement of Nogent-sur-Seine. It is located in the Voulzie valley, a tributary of the Seine, on the border between Champagne auboise and Brie. This transition area between two natural regions offers varied landscapes, combining hedged farmland, cereal crops, and forests.

A Car Boot Sale at the Crossroads of Cultures

The geographical location of Saint-Martin-de-Bossenay, between Champagne and Brie, gives its car boot sale a special character. Sellers come from both the Aube and Seine-et-Marne, and the items offered reflect this cultural diversity. You can find typical pieces from the Champagne countryside and Brie: peasant furniture, farm tableware, agricultural tools, linens, and trinkets from another era.

Bargain Hunters and Families Gather

The Saint-Martin-de-Bossenay car boot sale attracts both professional bargain hunters who scour the region's markets and families looking for a pleasant day out in the countryside. The proximity of Nogent-sur-Seine and Provins draws a larger audience from these more populated areas.

Volunteers and Local Community Life

As in all villages of this size, the organization of the car boot sale relies on local volunteers. Their commitment helps keep alive this tradition of outdoor festivals and second-hand markets, which contributes to the vibrancy and appeal of the commune.

Practical Information

Entry is free for visitors. Saint-Martin-de-Bossenay is accessible from Nogent-sur-Seine and Provins. Parking is available on the outskirts of the village. Bring cash for purchases.