Vide-Greniers de Turenne

The Turenne Car Boot Sale: Treasure Hunting at the Foot of a Most Beautiful Village of France

Every August, Turenne-Gare hosts a large car boot sale that benefits from the exceptional setting of one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France. This annual event attracts treasure hunters and curious visitors from all over southern Corrèze and northern Lot to rummage through stalls and find unusual items. From 8 am to 6:30 pm, visitors can stroll through the aisles of this open-air flea market in a relaxed atmosphere.

Turenne, a Medieval Gem of Corrèze

Dominated by the remains of its powerful medieval fortress, the village of Turenne is one of the most remarkable sites in Corrèze. Its pale stone houses topped with lauze roofs are spread over a rocky outcrop, offering breathtaking panoramas of the surrounding valley. The viscounty of Turenne was for centuries one of the most powerful fiefs in Limousin, and the village retains exceptional architectural heritage.

A Full Day of Treasure Hunting and Heritage

The Turenne car boot sale is the perfect opportunity to combine a day of treasure hunting with a visit to this exceptional village. After browsing the flea market stalls set up in Turenne-Gare, visitors can climb up to the historic village to admire the castle towers, the private mansions, and the cobbled streets. Refreshments and food on site allow you to regain your strength between the two activities.