Nord, Pas-de-Calais, the Somme, the Aisne and the Oise… Every weekend for more than six months of the year, there’s something to delight antiques-hunters – and good deals to be had – all over Northern France.
A lively atmosphere, unique interiors finds, old books passed down through the generations and quirky old objects are all guaranteed when you visit a French flea market, with car-boot salers, bargain-hunters and antiques dealers coming together to rummage and to barter – and even to be green through passing on vintage items.
Fun fact: The French word réderie (or brocante) comes from the Picardy region of Northern France. Flea markets are veritable institutions in the region, with the first dating back as far as 1909 and more than 3,000 now taking place annually.
Enjoy your treasure hunt!
Northern France’s biggest flea markets.
Amiens, one of the biggest flea markets in Northern France, with around 2,000 stalls in April and October.
Taking over 50 streets, Amiens flea market attracts 80,000 bargain-hunters from around the world to browse and haggle for antiques, quirky homewares and more. Find out more
Auchy-les-Mines Flea Market - 7th July 2018
Get up early to grab the best bargains and the most highly coveted items at this vast event in a town surrounded by interesting sights and cities to discover.
Naours Flea Market - 8th July 2018
Strike a bargain at this popular market before exploring local history, from an old cave network to a UNESCO-listed cathedral revealed in its medieval glory.
Montreuil-sur-Mer Flea Market - 14th July 2018
Combine shopping for bargains with Bastille Day celebrations and fireworks in this atmospheric medieval town that inspired one of Victor Hugo's best-known works.
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Calais Vauxhall Flea Market - 5th and 6th August 2018
Head to Rue du Vauxhall and surrounding streets for wonderful bargains a short hop from London, and enjoy Calais’ fascinating historic sights and great eats.
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Calais Mollien Flea Market - 25th and 26th August 2018
Browse 800 stalls and discover the other historic sites and traditional crafts of the ferry port of Calais, located just a couple of hours’ drive from London.
Lille flea market in Northern France – the biggest flea market in Europe, 1st and 2nd Septembre 2018 with 10,000 exhibitors the first weekend of September
The largest flea market in all Europe lasts from early Saturday morning to late Sunday evening, giving you plenty of time to browse for that one-off bargain. Find out more
Amiens, one of the biggest flea markets in Northern France - 7th october 2018
Taking over 50 streets, Amiens flea market attracts 80,000 bargain-hunters from around the world to browse and haggle for antiques, quirky homewares and more. Find out more
