Travel Guide: French Markets
French offers plenty of antique markets that can be once in life time experience for international tourists. However, for those who prefer fruits/veg or flowers or crafts, you can also find some interesting market events here in French. This only costs you $10 on the streets. These are the following guide for your seasonal market events all around French.
1. Nice
“Considered one of Nice’s best attractions, Marché aux Fleurs (”flower market”) on cours Saleya operates daily except Monday, when it becomes a wonderful antique and flea market. The market peaks on a Sunday, when a combination of locals and tourists flock to the red canopy stalls in search of the freshest produce, fish, meats, cheeses, gourmet items, fruit, vegetable and an array of colorful flowers.”
2. Lyon
“Another exceptional flea market is the Rhône-Alpes Brocantes market at Puces du Canal in Lyon. This Sunday morning tradition in Lyon starts very early (6am for the dedicated treasure seekers). With over 400 stalls, the market is a wonderland of antiques, bric-a-brac, used goods and 18th and 19th centuries regional furniture. The Sunday market is the largest open until 1pm but a smaller version takes place at the same site on Thursdays and Saturdays. “
3. Lille
“Lille in Northern France is home to probably the largest market in France and perhaps the biggest market sprawl in the world. For one weekend a year (in 2007 it takes place August 31 and September 1), the city hosts its famous Braderie market. The city’s proximity to Calais and train/boatloads of British tourists ensures that you’ll be competing for the bargains against avid purchasers with pounds sterling to spare.”
4. Paris
“Marché aux Puces St-Ouen de Clignancourt (Porte de Clignancourt, 18th arrondissement) is considered the largest antiques market in Europe as well as being the oldest in Paris, boasting several different market areas with more than 2000 shops spread over a nine mile radius. This market comes alive on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays. Due to the popularity of the market on weekends, it can get extremely crowded plus they often hold special events throughout the year. The other major markets may be found at Porte de Montreuil (20th arrondissement) and Porte de Vanves (14th arrondissement). “
via: Frommers
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