Vide-Greniers de Labastide-Beauvoir

The May 1st car boot sale in Labastide-Beauvoir

Every May 1st, the Athletic Club Labastide Beauvoir (ACLB XV) organizes its big car boot sale in the village. Approximately 130 exhibitors—mainly individuals—offer furniture, clothing, toys, tableware, books, and various items from 8 am to 7 pm. This public holiday event attracts bargain hunters from the Toulouse agglomeration and the Lauragais region, who take advantage of this day off to stroll among the stalls.

Labastide-Beauvoir, a village in the Lauragais

Labastide-Beauvoir is a commune of about 1,200 inhabitants located in the Lauragais, this hilly countryside between Toulouse and Castelnaudary often nicknamed the "pays de cocagne" (land of plenty). The village, whose name evokes an old medieval fortified town, is situated on the Lauragais hillsides 25 km southeast of Toulouse. The commune retains its rural character with its sunflower fields, pink brick farms, and parish church.

A sporting and solidarity event

All profits from the car boot sale are donated to ACLB XV, the local rugby club, to fund its sports activities: equipment, team travel, rugby school, and training for young players. Rugby union (Rugby à XV) is a strong tradition in southwestern France, and the support of the local community through this type of event is essential to the club's life.

Practical and family-friendly

The car boot sale takes place outdoors in a rural setting. A refreshment stand and a catering area are usually available. Entry is free for visitors. The village is accessible from Toulouse via the D2 road through Castanet-Tolosan and Labège.