Vide-Greniers de Siran

The April car boot sale in the village of Siran

Every year in April, the village of Siran (15150) hosts its spring car boot sale. Private sellers set up their stalls in the village streets, offering a varied range of second-hand items: trinkets, crockery, clothes, toys, books, tools, and various curiosities. This early-season event kicks off the calendar of Cantal flea markets and attracts bargain hunters eager to rediscover the pleasure of outdoor treasure hunting.

Siran, between the Cère gorges and the Accordion Museum

Siran is a village in the Châtaigneraie cantalienne, located 30 kilometers from Aurillac. The town is crossed by the spectacular Cère gorges, which are one of the prime hiking spots in the Massif Central, notably the GR 652 and the Via Arverna. Siran also houses an Accordion Museum, which preserves a prestigious collection of popular musical instruments, a testament to a living musical tradition in Cantal.

Remarkable natural and industrial heritage

Siran's history is marked by the presence of glassworks that produced art objects on the slopes of the gorges, an industry that ceased in the 19th century. This artisanal and industrial past gives the village a special heritage interest. The 461 inhabitants (Siranais and Siranaises) keep the memory of this past alive while animating their community through events like the car boot sale.

A spring gathering in Châtaigneraie

The April car boot sale in Siran marks the return of good weather in the Châtaigneraie cantalienne. Visitors take advantage of this day to rediscover the charm of this Cantal village, with its traditional stone houses, peaceful alleys, and panoramic views of the surrounding valleys. The village and warm atmosphere make this car boot sale a cherished event for everyone.