France is not only known for its charming range of natural landscapes and tasty cuisine, but also for its great culture of street markets. Here is a guide to some of the most diverse markets across the country. Each one has its own flavor, featuring the various ranges of local produce and specialities.
Annecy
Nestled in the serene, breath-taking blue mountains of the Alps is Annecy’s antique fair. Held on the last Saturday of every month, the Vieux Quartier market often features local antiques and vintage equipment such as skis, snowshoes, and fishing equipment: anything you might need for day-trips in the mountains.
Bordeaux
Bordering the sapphire waters of the southern Atlantic, Bordeaux’s market specializes in wine from the local region and antique furniture looking for a new home.
Normandy
La Grande Foire à Tout des Andelys market in Normandy is composed of over 800 stools and stretches over four square miles! Delve into the depths of this sprawling town and see what treasures might be unearthed.
Strasbourg
La Braderie de Strasbourg is a large market in the east of France on the German border that takes place on the last weekend of July. You can find a great variety of items for sale, but make sure you bring your haggling hat! Negotiating prices are common.
Toulouse
On the first weekend of every month, Allées Jules Guesde in Toulouse becomes full of quality market stools. But unlike the previous market in Strasbourg, this is not the place for bargain hunters and hagglers. Precious art and antiques are sold here, and quality is valued over low prices.
