When the summer heat has cooled down and the air is crisp, then it can only mean one thing: autumn has arrived!
For flea market and antiques enthusiasts in Europe this is a reason to rejoice, as many of the big flea markets and antique fairs across Europe take place from September to December. Particularly in France, autumn is the season of the braderie – huge flea market events that take over entire cities, such as the hugely popular Braderie de Lille.
Autumn is a fantastic time of year to go flea market shopping, particularly since most merchants have taken advantage of the summer to renew their stock and find new gems to sell.
From the United Kingdom to Italy, with a few stops in France, Belgium, Germany and Switzerland, we picked and ranked from #13 to #1 our favorite autumn flea markets around Europe which will be taking place between 23rd September and 22nd December 2019.
#13 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: Auer Dult (Germany)
Hosting over 300 stalls, Auer Dult flea market is one of the largest jumble sales in Munich, and a unique place which you can search for rarities and curiosities from the old days. The Auer Dult welcomes 300,000 visitors in the course of the year, and is nowadays considered to be one of the largest crockery market in Europe.
Auer Dult Munich © Lukas Barth
With so much to choose from at the Auer Dult, it is obvious why visitors come again and again during the 9-day long fair. It is the only way to make sure you have had a good look at all the antiques and curios available! Visitors will find rare books, haberdashery goods, crockery, silverware, glassware, kitchen utensils, vintage design furniture, traditional German beer mugs, old prints, household items, ornaments, toys, stamps, coins, war memorabilia and so much more. Of course, traditional Bavarian Lederhosen and lady’s dirndl can also be found here.
Where: Mariahilfpl. München, 81541 Germany
Next dates: Saturday, October 19, 2019 – Sunday, October 27, 2019 (three times a year)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/auer-dult/
#12 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: Grande Brocante de la Place Viarme (France)
For antique hunters, strolling down rue Jean-Jaurès and seeing its many bric-à-brac shops, antique stores and art galleries is a must. However, none of those compare to its flea market on Place Viarme, the emblematic site in Nantes’ city centre.
Brocante de la place Viarme © presseocean.fr
Held over three days in early May and on the last weekend of September or early October, the Grande Brocante de la Place Viarme gathers more than 160 professionals antique traders selling a large variety of antique merchandises and vintage garments, ranging from antique furniture, to quirky nauticalia, crockery, china, silverware, laces, embroidery, postcards, dishes, paintings, jewelery, old books, vintage glassware, porcelain, antique coffeemakers, antique toys, vinyls, trinkets, pedestal tables, chairs, sofas, as well as local Quimper ceramics and much, much more.
Where: Place Viarme 44036 Nantes, France
Next dates: Friday, October 4, 2019 – Sunday, October 6, 2019 (twice a year in Spring and Autumn)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/brocante-place-viarme/
#11 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: Foire à la Brocante des Quinconces (France)
A traditional appointment in Bordeaux, the Foire à la Brocante des Quinconces gathers over 180 000 flea market enthusiasts, seasoned collectors or just curious passersby from around the region, who try to find the gem or just want to enjoy from a day out with their family.
Brocante des Quinconces © Zagreusfm Flickr
The Foire à la Brocante des Quinconces has so much to offer! Hosting over 200 exhibitors selling a all kind of furniture and objects, ranging from junk, antique, furniture and books to jewelery, china, silverware, crystal glassworks, and a wide selection of classic and unusual collectible, the Foire à la Brocante des Quinconces appeals to the widest range of potential buyers.
Where: Place des Quinconces, Bordeaux, 33000 France
Next dates: Friday, November 22, 2019 – Monday, December 8, 2019 (twice a year)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/foire-a-la-brocante-des-quinconces/
#10 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: Fête de la Brocante Le Landeron (Switzerland)
Once a year over the last weekend in September, the tiny village of Le Landeron in Switzerland transforms into the country’s largest antiques’ flea market, the Fête de la Brocante Le Landeron. Since it is a rather special, annual event, it attracts sellers and shoppers from all over the world. Over 300 antique dealers make the journey to Le Landeron to sell their wares at this amazing festival, and over 100,000 people attend the three-day event.
Fête de la Brocante Le Landeron
With both traders and buyers preparing year-round for this event, the Fête de la Brocante Le Landeron is obviously the pinnacle of antique collections in Switzerland. The types of items that can be found at the Fête de la Brocante Le Landeron are incredibly wide ranging and it is not just antiques for sale. Every kind of household item from random knick-knacks to furniture is for sale, alongside quality vintage goods.
Where: Le Landeron, 2525 Switzerland
Next dates: Friday, September 27, 2019 – Sunday, September 29, 2019 (once a year)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/fete-de-la-brocante-le-landeron/
#9 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: Brocante de Durtal (France)
One of the last outdoor antique fair of this scale and quality in western France. The Brocante de Durtal gathers around 450 flea market exhibitors and 20,000 bargain hunters from nearby regions. Spreading along the walls of the city’s castle, Durtal flea market fair is famous for the freshness, abundance, and quality of its merchandise.
Brocante de Durtal
The Rendez-vous international de la Curiosité et de la Brocante de Durtal is one of the last outdoor antiques fair of this scale and quality in western France, and one of the few remaining in the country. Bargain hunters come as far as Spain, Italy, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, the UK, the US and even Japan to attend this event, and try their luck at bringing home something unique.
Where: Brocante de Durtal, Rue de l’Echelle, Durtal, 49430 France
Next dates: Sunday, September 15, 2019 (once a year)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/brocante-de-durtal/
#8 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: Foire de Chatou (France)
The Foire de Chatou Antiques Fair near Paris, is one of the most important antiques and collectibles fair in France. An institution on its own, the Foire de Chatou Antiques Fair brings together twice a year in October and March, more than 700 dealers from all over the country and welcomes 35,000 visitors over 12 days.
Foire de Chatou © SNCAO-GA
Formerly known as the Foire à la Brocante et aux Jambons (Flea market and Hams Fair), the Foire de Chatou Antiques Fair also highlights French gastronomy. Dozens of farmers from around France offer a rich gastronomic journey too all visitors: while pig and deli remain in the spotlight, other traditional French products, such as oysters, foie gras and wine can be enjoyed on site.
Where: Foire de Chatou, Mail des Impressionnistes, Chatou, 78400 France
Next dates: Friday, September 27, 2019 – Sunday, October 6, 2019 (twice a year)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/foire-de-chatou-chatou-antiques-fair/
#7 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: I Grandi mercati di Cherasco (Italy)
The Grandi mercati di Cherasco is a huge antiques market, with more than 600 vendors attending and selling their wares over 5km of sidewalk, and 25,000 visitors. This antique market owes its fame and fortune to the enchanting setting: a beautifully preserved historic town center full of art, culture and respect for the past, which makes a perfect setting for an antique market.
I Grandi mercati di Cherasco © Wim Haze on flickr
As well as the main antique and collectables market at the Grandi mercati di Cherasco, there are also specialized fairs and additional themed markets that accompany it and add to the charm and splendor of this event. Themes range from antique furniture, and vintage home decor, to ceramic and glass art, retro furniture from the 60s to the 90s, toy and modeling, book and paper, and artistic crafts.
Where: Grandi mercati di Cherasco, Cherasco, 12062 Italy
Next Dates: Sunday, October 13, 2019 + Sunday, December 8, 2019 (3 times a year)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/grandi-mercati-di-cherasco/
#6 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: La Braderie de Houilles (France)
Set to take place on the first Sunday of October, the Braderie de Houilles is a major flea market fair gathering around 2,000 exhibitors and 300,000 visitors over 6 miles of sidewalks.
Braderie de Houilles © Urban Visit Paris
There are tons of second-hand items on sale at the Braderie de Houilles, but there are also many stalls filled with random stuff including old kitchen appliances, clothes, shoes, furniture, blankets, mobile phones accessories, second-hand toys, and more. However, those willing to rummage through piles of junk and knockoff products, might be able to find some real steals like antique home decor, mid-century modern furniture, genuine china, silverware, and linen.
Where: Braderie de Houilles, Houilles, 78800 France
Next dates: Sunday, October 6, 2019 (once a year)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/braderie-de-houilles/
#5 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: Ciney Puces et Salon des Antiquaires (Belgium)
Twice a year around March and October, the town of Ciney hosts, over three days, one of the largest flea market and antique fairs in Belgium with over 700 exhibitors from Belgium, France, Germany, Holland or even Italy and 15,000 visitors.
Ciney Puces et Salon des Antiquaires
If you plan to attend Ciney Puces et Salon des Antiquaires we strongly advise you to show up on the first day of the fair, as by the end of the day, most of the best stuff will be gone. Also, the “unpacking at the back of the truck”, the fair’s highlight, exclusively occurs on the first day of the fair.
Where: Ciney Expo, Rue du Marché Couvert 3, Ciney, 5590 Belgium
Next dates: Friday, October 11, 2019 – Sunday, October 13, 2019 (twice a year)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/ciney-puces-et-salon-des-antiquaires
#4 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: Ardingly International Antiques & Collectors Fair (UK)
The Ardingly International Antiques and Collectors Fair has a reputation as one of the UK’s antique fairs where quality European decorative items can be found. Up to 1,700 stalls selling thousands of goods – from fine antique furniture to delicate ceramics – can be found here.
Ardingly International Antiques Fair
With its convenient links to the capital, Ardingly International Antiques and Collectors Fair is a truly cosmopolitan antique event. Because it is located only one hour away from London, 12 miles from Gatwick and only 90 minutes from Dover, this fair is a hot spot for local and national dealers and buyers who regularly attend the largest IACF event in the south of England.
Where: South of England Showground, Ardingly, West Sussex RH17 6TL United Kingdom
Next dates: Tuesday, November 5, 2019 – Wednesday, November 6, 2019 (once a month)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/ardingly-international-antiques-and-collectors-fair
#3 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: Bruges Zandfeesten (Belgium)
Considered one of Flanders’ largest antiques and second-hand market, the Bruges Zandfeesten attracts hundreds of vendors, and thousand of bargain-hunters from far and wide. The overall venue spreads over a couple of miles, from Het Zand, to Beursplein and the adjacent Koning Albertpark.
Visitors flock to Zandfeesten Brugge
Keep in mind that, if you want to grab a bargain or two, you’d better set your alarm clock early, as the Bruges Zandfeesten attracts droves of visitors. Walk the entire length of the fair and you will have clocked five kilometers without even noticing.
Where: Het Zand, Brugge, 8000 Belgium
Next dates: Sunday, September 22, 2019 (three times a year)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/brugge-zandfeesten/
#2 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: Peterborough Festival of Antiques (UK)
Held at the East of England Showground twice a year towards the end of March and early in October, the Peterborough Festival of Antiques opened in 1999 and now attracts more than 1,700 stallholders and over 15,000 visitors from all over the world to each event.
Peterborough Festival of Antiques market
The show features a spectacular array of antiques and collectables for sale within four permanent buildings, a variety of trade marquees and several acres of outdoor pitches. In the Main Arena, items such as jewellery, china, stamps, militaria, linen and toys, in fact anything old and collectable are all on display.
Where: The East of England Showground, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire PE2 6XE United Kingdom
Next dates: Friday, September 27, 2019 – Saturday, September 28, 2019 (twice a year)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/peterborough-festival-of-antiques/
#1 Autumn Flea Markets in Europe: La Réderie d’Amiens (France)
Held twice a year in April and in October, La Réderie d’Amiens is the third largest event of its kind in France after La Grande Braderie de Lille and La Braderie du Canal Saint-Martin. Over 2,000 casual traders, car booters, and locals from all over France – 700 of which are professional antique dealers – exhibit their wares along 8 miles of streets in Amiens’ town center.
La Réderie d’Amiens
The Réderie d’Amiens is also a well attended event, as it welcomes between 80,000 and 100,000 visitors. In fact, the Réderie is such a big deal, that all hotels in the city are fully booked out a week before the event!
Where: Rue des Jacobins, Amiens, 80000 France
Next dates: Sunday, October 6, 2019 (once a year)
Read the full review on fleamapket: https://www.fleamapket.com/listing/rederie-damiens
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