Vide-greniers et Soupe aux Choux — Les Estables

Car Boot Sale and Cabbage Soup in Les Estables

Les Estables, a ski resort and hiking village nestled at an altitude of 1,350 meters on the slopes of the Mézenc massif, offers a magnificent setting for its summer events. Every 2nd Sunday in August, the village center transforms into a vast open-air car boot sale, orchestrated by the ACCA (Association Communale de Chasse Agréée) of Les Estables.

A High-Altitude Car Boot Sale

The Place du Mézenc and the streets of the village center welcome exhibitors from the morning, without prior registration. Individuals and flea market enthusiasts set up their tables to offer toys, clothes, crockery, tools, and various items. The cool mountain air and the panoramic view of the volcanic peaks of Mont Mézenc and Gerbier-de-Jonc give this event a unique charm, very different from lowland flea markets.

The Tradition of Cabbage Soup

The great originality of this event lies in its beautiful conclusion: from 7 PM, at the community hall of Les Estables, the ACCA serves traditional cabbage soup. This rustic and generous dish, inherited from Auvergne culinary traditions, brings together exhibitors and visitors for a friendly meal that celebrates local flavors and the spirit of sharing. The cabbage soup is an occasion for a warm village gathering, extending the flea market day into the evening.

The ACCA, a Player in Local Life

The ACCA of Les Estables, beyond its mission of managing hunting territory, is a key player in local events. The organization of this car boot sale and cabbage soup demonstrates its deep roots in village life and its desire to unite the local community around convivial events that reflect the spirit of the Mézenc region.