Vide-Greniers des Platanes

A car boot sale in the heart of the La Capelette district

The Vide-Greniers des Platanes is held every third Wednesday of the month on the Avenue des Platanes, in Marseille's 10th arrondissement. This avenue lined with century-old plane trees, which gives the event its name, offers a shaded and pleasant setting for strolling between the stalls. Around 200 exhibitors—individuals and second-hand dealers—set up along the avenue to offer a range of second-hand items at negotiable prices.

A weekday event for discerning bargain hunters

A popular feature: the Vide-Greniers des Platanes is held on a weekday, on Wednesdays, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This unusual timing attracts a different crowd than weekend flea markets: local retirees, parents with their children, workers on their day off, and experienced bargain hunters who know that the best deals are sometimes found outside traditional hours. The atmosphere is more relaxed and friendly than a large Sunday car boot sale, with more time for chatting and negotiating.

Varied finds at low prices

The stalls at Vide-Greniers des Platanes offer a diverse selection, representative of popular Marseille car boot sales:

• Clothing and accessories for the whole family
• Books, magazines, and comics
• Tableware, glassware, and kitchen utensils
• Toys and board games
• Knick-knacks and decorative items
• Small appliances and tools
• Vinyl records and collectibles

The mix of professional and private exhibitors ensures a diversity of products and prices, from small items for a few cents to more sought-after antique pieces.

The Platanes district: a village within the city

Avenue des Platanes is located in the La Capelette district, in the heart of Marseille's 10th arrondissement. This residential area retains a Provençal village atmosphere, with its local shops, cafés, and residents who know each other and meet up. The monthly car boot sale is an integral part of this neighborhood life, playing a role in social connection between the generations and communities that make up the Marseille mosaic.

Access and practical information

The Vide-Greniers des Platanes is easily accessible by public transport thanks to bus 15, Les Platanes stop. For visitors with cars, parking is available in the adjacent streets. Entry is free for visitors. It is advisable to arrive at opening time at 10 a.m. to take advantage of the best selection, as the most popular stalls quickly attract the first bargain hunters.