Markets, Fairs, Flea Markets & Garage Sales

Markets, fairs, flea markets and garage sales around Rochefort

During your stay in Charente-Maritime, take advantage of the many markets, fairs, flea markets, and garage sales held around Rochefort, Fouras, Port-des-Barques, and La Rochelle. These unmissable events offer the opportunity to discover local producers, regional specialties, Charente crafts, and to browse for treasures in a friendly atmosphere.

From our accommodations located in Saint-Nazaire-sur-Charente, you have easy access to the main markets in the area while enjoying the riches of the Charente coastline.

Nearby markets

The markets of Charente-Maritime are renowned for their fresh produce, seafood, seasonal vegetables, oysters, cheeses, and local specialties. An excellent way to discover the region during your vacation.

Rochefort – Avenue Charles de Gaulle

All year round: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 7am to 1pm.

Port-des-Barques – City Center

All year round: Wednesdays from 7am to 1pm.

Échillais – Place d'Uettingen

All year round: Wednesdays from 7am to 1pm.

Soubise – City center

All year round: Fridays from 9am to 1pm.

The fairs of Charente-Maritime

The fairs provide an opportunity to discover local know-how, regional producers and numerous family activities.

Rochefort – Roy-Bry Courtyard

Second Thursday of each month from 8am to 6pm.

La Rochelle Trade Fair

A major event in the department bringing together exhibitors, artisans, producers and entertainment for the whole family.

Flea markets andgarage sales

Flea markets and garage sales are very numerous in Charente-Maritime, particularly in spring and summer. They attract both collectors and bargain hunters.

Rochefort – Roy-Bry Courtyard

First Sunday of the month from 6am to 5pm.

Specialized platforms also allow users to view events organized each week throughout the department.

The nearest night markets

During the summer season, night markets bring life to the seaside resorts of Charente-Maritime. They combine gastronomy, crafts, music and a festive atmosphere.

Fouras-les-Bains – Seafront

Fridays in July and August, from 4 p.m. to midnight.

Châtelaillon-Plage – Boulevard de la République

Every Sunday in summer from 7pm to midnight.

In addition, discover the funfair in Châtelaillon-Plage .

La Rochelle – Old Port

Craft market in July and August.

La Rochelle – Les Minimes

Wednesday and Saturday evenings during the summer.

The Minimes funfair is also located nearby.

Mornac-sur-Seudre

Every Thursday evening in July and August.


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📍 Must-sees around our rentals

  • Rochefort and the Royal Rope Factory
  • Port-des-Barques and Île Madame
  • Île d'Aix and Fort Boyard
  • Île d'Oléron
  • Île de Ré
  • Fouras-les-Bains
  • Brouage
  • Châtelaillon-Plage
  • Royan and La Palmyre
  • La Rochelle

Our accommodations are ideally located in Saint-Nazaire-sur-Charente, in the heart of the Rochefort Océan destination, between beaches, heritage, nature, thermal baths and leisure activities.